Crùlabhig

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Crùlabhig

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge. — Great Bernera bridges Credit: Catherine Morgan

Crùlabhig is a remote and picturesque village located in the Ross-shire region of the Scottish Highlands. Situated on the western coast of Scotland, it offers breathtaking views of the rugged landscape and the vast Atlantic Ocean. The village is nestled amidst rolling hills, with stunning cliffs that provide a dramatic backdrop to the area.

With a population of around 200 residents, Crùlabhig is known for its close-knit and welcoming community. The village is surrounded by unspoiled natural beauty, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.

Crùlabhig is home to a few charming cottages and traditional stone buildings, which add to its rustic charm. The village also boasts a small but well-stocked general store, where visitors can purchase essential supplies. Despite its remote location, Crùlabhig is well-connected to nearby towns and cities via a reliable road network.

The area surrounding Crùlabhig is rich in history, with ancient ruins and archaeological sites scattered throughout the region. Additionally, the village is within easy reach of several notable landmarks, such as the iconic Eilean Donan Castle and the stunning Isle of Skye.

In summary, Crùlabhig is a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands, offering visitors a chance to experience the raw beauty of nature and the warm hospitality of a tight-knit community.

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Crùlabhig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.197884/-6.8102169 or Grid Reference NB1733. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Bernera bridges

The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.

Catherine Morgan

"The Bridge Across the Atlantic"

Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Bernera Bridge

Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh

Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Lewisian Gneiss

Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world. Link

Colin Smith

Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge

Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.

Colin Smith

Cleitir Stone Circle

Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.

Colin Smith

Telephone Box at Crulabhig

Probably it's only the sheep that get calls here?

Jo and Steve Turner

Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Standing stones by Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house

This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.

Chris Downer

Crulivig: the telephone box

Pictured during heavy rain, this phone box has Hebridean doors, to keep the wind at bay.

Chris Downer

Crulivig: postbox № HS2 91

This postbox stands on the opposite side of the road to NB1733 : Crulivig: the telephone box. It is emptied each morning except Sunday at a quarter to nine.

Chris Downer

Great Bernera Road Bridge

Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit). I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.

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