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The map below shows the Harbour area of Stonehaven where the Fireball ceremony takes place. Each year safety barriers are erected down either side of the High street, from the cannon at the west, to the slipway into the harbour at the east. These barriers can cause congestion later on in the evening so it is worth while getting a good spot around about 11:15 pm on the night. Best spots have been said to be at the lighting up area at Keith place, and at the "Y" split in the road between King street and High street. At the end of the procession the fireballs are thrown into the sea at the harbour slipway, this is worth seeing but can be awkward to get to at the end of the procession as it can be very busy. There are many little back streets around this area which can allow you good access to different parts of the procession, so don't be afraid to explore these earlier on in the evening. The "boardwalk" pathway along the beach front is not recommended as it will take you into a very congested area where there is little to see during the procession except the throwing of the balls into the sea.
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