A'Chorpaich

Settlement in Argyllshire

Scotland

A'Chorpaich

Grassy slopes above Achaphubuil — Grassy slopes above Achaphubuil Credit: Steven Brown

A'Chorpaich is a small village located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast, it is nestled between the picturesque Loch Fyne and the rolling hills of the Scottish Highlands. With a population of approximately 500 residents, A'Chorpaich offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, attracting visitors from far and wide. The surrounding landscape is dominated by lush greenery, with dense forests and meandering rivers. The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a wide range of activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.

A'Chorpaich boasts a rich history, with evidence of human occupation dating back thousands of years. The village is home to several ancient ruins, including standing stones and burial mounds, which provide a glimpse into its past. Additionally, there are a number of traditional Scottish cottages and buildings that add to the village's charm and character.

Although A'Chorpaich is a small village, it offers a few amenities for both residents and visitors. There is a local pub where one can enjoy a pint of locally brewed ale and engage in friendly conversation with the locals. Additionally, a small grocery store provides essential supplies for those living in the area.

Overall, A'Chorpaich is a hidden gem in Argyllshire, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Its stunning natural surroundings and rich cultural heritage make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking an authentic Scottish experience.

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A'Chorpaich Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.843976/-5.124708 or Grid Reference NN0976. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grassy slopes above Achaphubuil

Grassy slopes above Achaphubuil

Entrance to Ferguson Transport and Shipping Corpach Logistics Hub

Entrance to Ferguson Transport and Shipping Corpach Logistics Hub

A830 at Corpach

A830 at Corpach

View from mast track to Camusnagaul

View from mast track to Camusnagaul

Restricted Access Sign on track to Camusnagaul

Restricted Access Sign on track to Camusnagaul

Sea lock at Corpach Vessels waiting for lock gate to be repaired to pass up Caledonian Canal.

Sea lock at Corpach

Vessels waiting for lock gate to be repaired to pass up Caledonian Canal.

Corpach Lock

Corpach Lock

Cattle grid on a forestry road above Annat

Cattle grid on a forestry road above Annat

Forestry plantation on Corpach Hill

Forestry plantation on Corpach Hill

Derelict water infrastructure near Corpach A lot of pump work is still in place but appears to be long disused. There is a small hydro station a short distance downstream.

Derelict water infrastructure near Corpach

A lot of pump work is still in place but appears to be long disused. There is a small hydro station a short distance downstream.

MV Dayspring - 'The Corpach Wreck' The MV Dayspring has sat on the Kilmallie shoreline since it was washed ashore in a storm in December 2011.

The story of MV Dayspring <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.obantimes.co.uk/2019/06/07/one-man-and-a-boat-the-story-of-mv-dayspring/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.obantimes.co.uk/2019/06/07/one-man-and-a-boat-the-story-of-mv-dayspring/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

MV Dayspring - 'The Corpach Wreck'

The MV Dayspring has sat on the Kilmallie shoreline since it was washed ashore in a storm in December 2011. The story of MV Dayspring Link

Raibeart MacAoidh

Ducks beside the Caledonian Canal at Corpach

Ducks beside the Caledonian Canal at Corpach

Lighthouse and landing stage at the entrance to the Caledonian Canal

Lighthouse and landing stage at the entrance to the Caledonian Canal

MV Dayspring - 'The Corpach Wreck' The MV Dayspring has sat on the Kilmallie shoreline since it was washed ashore in a storm in December 2011.

The story of MV Dayspring <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.obantimes.co.uk/2019/06/07/one-man-and-a-boat-the-story-of-mv-dayspring/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.obantimes.co.uk/2019/06/07/one-man-and-a-boat-the-story-of-mv-dayspring/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

MV Dayspring - 'The Corpach Wreck'

The MV Dayspring has sat on the Kilmallie shoreline since it was washed ashore in a storm in December 2011. The story of MV Dayspring Link

Raibeart MacAoidh

Looking down the weir

Looking down the weir

Loch Linnhe shoreline A point where the stream issuing from the weir enters the loch.

Loch Linnhe shoreline

A point where the stream issuing from the weir enters the loch.

The Corpach Shipwreck This is the rusting hulk of a fishing vessel that has been here since 2011 after being stranded by a huge storm.

The Corpach Shipwreck

This is the rusting hulk of a fishing vessel that has been here since 2011 after being stranded by a huge storm.

MV Dayspring - 'The Corpach Shipwreck' The MV Dayspring has sat on the Kilmallie shoreline since it was washed ashore in a storm in December 2011.

MV Dayspring - 'The Corpach Shipwreck'

The MV Dayspring has sat on the Kilmallie shoreline since it was washed ashore in a storm in December 2011.

Raibeart MacAoidh

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A'Chorpaich is located at Grid Ref: NN0976 (Lat: 56.843976, Lng: -5.124708)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

Also known as: Corpach

What 3 Words

///corded.urge.customers. Near Fort William, Highland

Nearby Locations

Breun Chamas A'Chorpaich Corpach Eilean a' Bhealaidh Eilean na Creiche

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.843976,-5.124708

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 56.8415684/-5.1232556

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 56.8418169/-5.1219082

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 56.8418274/-5.1214602

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 56.8416915/-5.1195462

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 56.8414604/-5.1186941

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 56.8412587/-5.1183235

Corpach

Public Transport: stop_position

Railway: stop

Ref: 1

Train: yes

Lat/Long: 56.8427419/-5.1219672

Corpach

Is In: Highland, Scotland, UK

Name Gd: A’ Chorpaich

Place: village

Wikidata: Q2409970

Wikipedia: en:Corpach

Lat/Long: 56.8439036/-5.1242572

Crossing Barrier: half

Railway: level_crossing

Lat/Long: 56.8427842/-5.12308

Monument to Colonel John Cameron

Historic: monument

Lat/Long: 56.8440808/-5.1320617

Co-op Food

Addr City: Corpach

Addr Postcode: PH33 7JG

Addr Street: Road to the Isles

Brand: Co-op Food

Brand Wikidata: Q3277439

Brand Wikipedia: en:Co-op Food

Operator: The Co-operative Group

Operator Wikidata: Q117202

Shop: convenience

Website: https://www.coop.co.uk/store-finder/PH33-7JG/royal-bank-buildings

Lat/Long: 56.843751/-5.1240519

Restaurant

Tradewinds

Lat/Long: 56.8437628/-5.1243791

Pub

Corpach Hotel

Lat/Long: 56.8437261/-5.1255191

Treasures of the Earth

Tourism: attraction

Lat/Long: 56.8441558/-5.1257749

Recycling

Lat/Long: 56.8433446/-5.122935

Toilets

Lat/Long: 56.8433964/-5.1220428

Bus Stop

Hotel

Naptan AtcoCode: 670010206

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Hotel

Naptan Indicator: o/s Corpach Hotel

Naptan Landmark: Corpach Hotel

Naptan NaptanCode: 45326972

Naptan Street: A830

Naptan Verified: no

Shelter: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 56.8438237/-5.1262153

Bus Stop

Museum

Bench: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 670010207

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan CommonName: Museum

Naptan Indicator: o/s Treasures of the Earth Museum

Naptan Landmark: Treasures of the Earth Museum

Naptan NaptanCode: 45326973

Naptan Street: A830

Naptan Verified: no

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 56.8439404/-5.1258642

Bus Stop

Farrow Drive

Bench: yes

Bin: no

Lit: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700713968

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan CommonName: Farrow Drive

Naptan Indicator: at Farrow Drive

Naptan Landmark: Farrow Drive

Naptan NaptanCode: 45329243

Naptan Street: A830

Naptan Verified: no

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Tactile Paving: no

Lat/Long: 56.8435471/-5.1316681

Bus Stop

Co-op

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700713970

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan CommonName: Co-op

Naptan Indicator: opp Co-op

Naptan Landmark: Co-op

Naptan NaptanCode: 45329245

Naptan Street: A830

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 56.8439463/-5.1241916

Bus Stop

Co-op

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700713970A

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Co-op

Naptan Indicator: o/s Co-op

Naptan Landmark: Co-op

Naptan NaptanCode: 45329693

Naptan Street: A830

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 56.8438195/-5.1242302

Bus Stop

Kilmallie Hall

Bench: no

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700713971

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Kilmallie Hall

Naptan Indicator: o/s Kilmallie Hall

Naptan Landmark: Kilmallie Hall

Naptan NaptanCode: 45329246

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: FRTWLM

Naptan Street: A830

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Source: naptan_import

Tactile Paving: no

Lat/Long: 56.8438291/-5.1224103

Bus Stop

Hillview Drive

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700713972A

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan CommonName: Hillview Drive

Naptan Indicator: opp Hillview Drive

Naptan Landmark: Bus Shelter

Naptan NaptanCode: 45329694

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: FRTWLM

Naptan Street: A830

Naptan Verified: no

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 56.8443573/-5.117107

Leisure: picnic_table

Lat/Long: 56.8418935/-5.1229192

Leisure: picnic_table

Lat/Long: 56.8417542/-5.1228964

Waste Basket

Lat/Long: 56.841731/-5.1230014

Bench

Backrest: yes

Seats: 3

Lat/Long: 56.8417216/-5.1229842

Bench

Backrest: yes

Seats: 3

Lat/Long: 56.8419169/-5.1217277

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 56.843398/-5.1279339

Seamark Light 1 Character: Iso

Seamark Light 1 Colour: green

Seamark Light 1 Height: 6

Seamark Light 1 Period: 4

Seamark Light 1 Range: 5

Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 310

Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 287

Seamark Light 2 Character: Iso

Seamark Light 2 Colour: white

Seamark Light 2 Height: 6

Seamark Light 2 Period: 4

Seamark Light 2 Range: 5

Seamark Light 2 Sector End: 335

Seamark Light 2 Sector Start: 310

Seamark Light 3 Character: Iso

Seamark Light 3 Colour: red

Seamark Light 3 Height: 6

Seamark Light 3 Period: 4

Seamark Light 3 Range: 5

Seamark Light 3 Sector End: 30

Seamark Light 3 Sector Start: 335

Seamark Light Reference: A 4140

Seamark Type: light_minor

Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.

Lat/Long: 56.8419588/-5.1240708

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 12:00

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: pillar

Ref: PH33 30

Royal Cypher: scottish_crown

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 56.8438047/-5.1245733

Telephone

Booth: KX100

Covered: booth

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 56.8438053/-5.1245096

Seamark Type: buoy_lateral

Lat/Long: 56.8400383/-5.1232338

Corpach

Name Gd: A' Chorpaich

Naptan AtcoCode: 9100CORPACH

Network: National Rail

Network Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/cpa/

Network Wikidata: Q26334

Operator: ScotRail

Operator Website: https://www.scotrail.co.uk/plan-your-journey/stations-and-facilities/cpa

Operator Wikidata: Q18356161

Postal Code: PH33 7LS

Public Transport: station

Railway: station

Ref Crs: CPA

Source: NPE

Train: yes

Wheelchair: limited

Wikidata: Q2534881

Wikipedia: en:Corpach railway station

Lat/Long: 56.8427664/-5.1221182

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.8458579/-5.1178399

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.8459621/-5.1195055

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.846031/-5.1212677

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.846163/-5.1235074

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.8463273/-5.1255271

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.8464359/-5.1269513

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.8466178/-5.1290783

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 56.8468847/-5.1300614

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 56.8432857/-5.1166557

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 56.8434213/-5.1176615

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 56.8426945/-5.1225673

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 56.8439905/-5.1272088

Railway: level_crossing

Lat/Long: 56.8431768/-5.1324854

Crossing Barrier: no

Railway: crossing

Lat/Long: 56.8428834/-5.1257065

Entrance: main

Lat/Long: 56.8439249/-5.1173826

Description Es: Vistas desde el canal al Ben Nevis

Tourism: viewpoint

Lat/Long: 56.8419001/-5.1208156

Corpach Basin

Waterway: dock

Lat/Long: 56.8422154/-5.1214697

Man Made: lighthouse

Lat/Long: 56.841982/-5.1240109

Leisure: slipway

Lat/Long: 56.8423046/-5.1239609

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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