Artafallie

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Artafallie

Stubble A field of stubble next to the A9, which runs in the trees on the far side.
Stubble Credit: John Allan

Artafallie is a small rural village located in the county of Ross-shire, in the Highlands region of Scotland. Situated approximately 20 miles northwest of Inverness, the village is nestled amidst picturesque landscapes and rolling hills, providing its residents with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

With a population of around 150 people, Artafallie offers a close-knit community atmosphere where neighbors know each other and a strong sense of community pride is evident. The village boasts a charming mix of traditional stone-built houses and cottages, reflecting its rich historical heritage.

Artafallie is surrounded by fertile farmland, and agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy. The village is known for its sheep farming, with many residents involved in raising and tending to flocks. Additionally, the village benefits from the nearby forests, which provide opportunities for timber production and forestry-related activities.

While Artafallie is primarily a residential area, it offers limited amenities to its residents. A small local shop provides essential groceries and supplies, and there is also a community hall that serves as a gathering place for social events and activities. The village lacks its own school, with children typically attending nearby schools in larger towns or villages.

For those seeking outdoor recreational pursuits, Artafallie is ideally situated. The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring nature. Additionally, the nearby coastline provides access to beautiful sandy beaches and water-based activities.

Overall, Artafallie is a tranquil and scenic village, offering residents a peaceful rural lifestyle, a strong sense of community, and easy access to the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Artafallie Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.510092/-4.305138 or Grid Reference NH6249. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stubble A field of stubble next to the A9, which runs in the trees on the far side.
Stubble
A field of stubble next to the A9, which runs in the trees on the far side.
Glachbeg Croft Glachbeg Croft is an education centre that is part of a six hectare croft on the Black Isle. It offers community events, training for adults with special needs and programmes around farming, the countryside and environmental education. Note the turf roof.
Glachbeg Croft
Glachbeg Croft is an education centre that is part of a six hectare croft on the Black Isle. It offers community events, training for adults with special needs and programmes around farming, the countryside and environmental education. Note the turf roof.
Waiting to be fed Sheep waiting for the arrival of the shepherd on Ashley Farm on the Black Isle.
Waiting to be fed
Sheep waiting for the arrival of the shepherd on Ashley Farm on the Black Isle.
Near Glachbeg, on a frosty morning.
Near Glachbeg, on a frosty morning.
Frosty corner, Glachbeg
Frosty corner, Glachbeg
Forestry track through Gallowhill Wood This track ends abruptly, but enterprising walkers have created a way to link up with another forestry track to create a circular walk from Arpafeelie to Redcastle.
Forestry track through Gallowhill Wood
This track ends abruptly, but enterprising walkers have created a way to link up with another forestry track to create a circular walk from Arpafeelie to Redcastle.
Road junction and marked cycle routes near Allangrange
Road junction and marked cycle routes near Allangrange
Track into woods near Allangrange
Track into woods near Allangrange
Road junction near Arpafeelie A good 'B' road from North Kessock to Tore gives the impression that the nearby parallel A9(T) may have surplanted it. This junction leads to Allangrange and the Black Isle Brewery.
Road junction near Arpafeelie
A good 'B' road from North Kessock to Tore gives the impression that the nearby parallel A9(T) may have surplanted it. This junction leads to Allangrange and the Black Isle Brewery.
Farm outbuildings near Allanglachwood These buildings have seen better days and by the quality of the grass outside them I feel they are seldom used
Farm outbuildings near Allanglachwood
These buildings have seen better days and by the quality of the grass outside them I feel they are seldom used
The Scottish Episcopal Church, Arpafeelie
The Scottish Episcopal Church, Arpafeelie
Barns in a field The larger of the two buildings is the right shape and size to have at one time have been a dwelling, though it looks like it has never had a chimney.
Barns in a field
The larger of the two buildings is the right shape and size to have at one time have been a dwelling, though it looks like it has never had a chimney.
Track entrance Gated entrance to a short track into a Forestry Commission plantation.
Track entrance
Gated entrance to a short track into a Forestry Commission plantation.
Tricky junction The main road is the A9 heading towards Inverness. The junction on the left is to an unclassified road. The signpost names Allangrange. The junction is typical of many on the A9 in the Inverness area. The road is a dual carriageway (not a motorway). The national speed limit of 70mph for cars applies. There is a cable-type central safety barrier, and no hard shoulder. Traffic leaving the A9 for Allengrange in the direction shown have a short deceleration lane, but traffic joining the A9 heading for Inverness has to pull out directly onto the main road. Even more dangerously, vehicles may cross the Inverness-bound carriageway - traffic coming from the Inverness direction has a short deceleration lane, and then has to wait for a gap to 'nip across', while vehicles may also turn right having exited the Allengrange turning, though there is no waiting room in the centre of the carriageways for vehicles longer than a car.
Tricky junction
The main road is the A9 heading towards Inverness. The junction on the left is to an unclassified road. The signpost names Allangrange. The junction is typical of many on the A9 in the Inverness area. The road is a dual carriageway (not a motorway). The national speed limit of 70mph for cars applies. There is a cable-type central safety barrier, and no hard shoulder. Traffic leaving the A9 for Allengrange in the direction shown have a short deceleration lane, but traffic joining the A9 heading for Inverness has to pull out directly onto the main road. Even more dangerously, vehicles may cross the Inverness-bound carriageway - traffic coming from the Inverness direction has a short deceleration lane, and then has to wait for a gap to 'nip across', while vehicles may also turn right having exited the Allengrange turning, though there is no waiting room in the centre of the carriageways for vehicles longer than a car.
Wheelie bin gathering This is at the junction of the road to Arpafeelie and the A9. It looks like residents have to bring their bins here to get them emptied. The blue ones are for recyclable materials, and the black and green are for waste for landfill. The wooden shelter is presumably a bus shelter, though there is no bus stop sign.
Wheelie bin gathering
This is at the junction of the road to Arpafeelie and the A9. It looks like residents have to bring their bins here to get them emptied. The blue ones are for recyclable materials, and the black and green are for waste for landfill. The wooden shelter is presumably a bus shelter, though there is no bus stop sign.
Grazing land South of the A9, viewed from close to Teandore Farm.
Grazing land
South of the A9, viewed from close to Teandore Farm.
St John's Church, Arpafeelie West facing side of the church. This side faces the un-surfaced road which serves the village. The entrance to the church is through the black gates beyond the building.
St John's Church, Arpafeelie
West facing side of the church. This side faces the un-surfaced road which serves the village. The entrance to the church is through the black gates beyond the building.
St John's Church, Arpafeelie - churchyard gates An unusual feature of the church is that the bell rope (actually a chain) hangs outside of the building - it is visible in this picture. I just managed to resist the temptation to pull it.
St John's Church, Arpafeelie - churchyard gates
An unusual feature of the church is that the bell rope (actually a chain) hangs outside of the building - it is visible in this picture. I just managed to resist the temptation to pull it.
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Artafallie is located at Grid Ref: NH6249 (Lat: 57.510092, Lng: -4.305138)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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