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Rubh' Aird-mhicheil

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubh' Aird-mhicheil

Flotsam on the beach near Ormacleit
Flotsam on the beach near Ormacleit Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Rubh' Aird-mhicheil is a prominent headland located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated along the rugged coastline, this coastal feature offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the North Sea. The headland is characterized by its steep cliffs, rocky outcrops, and grassy slopes, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

At the tip of Rubh' Aird-mhicheil, there is a small lighthouse that has been guiding ships along the coast for many years. The lighthouse adds to the picturesque scenery of the headland and serves as a reminder of the area's maritime history.

Visitors to Rubh' Aird-mhicheil can enjoy walking along the coastal paths, taking in the fresh sea air, and spotting a variety of seabirds that nest in the cliffs. The headland is also a great spot for whale and dolphin watching, as these marine mammals can often be seen swimming in the waters off the coast.

Overall, Rubh' Aird-mhicheil is a beautiful and peaceful coastal feature that offers a glimpse into the natural beauty of the Scottish coastline. It is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Inverness-shire region.

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Rubh' Aird-mhicheil Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.273542/-7.4265821 or Grid Reference NF7333. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flotsam on the beach near Ormacleit
Flotsam on the beach near Ormacleit
Caisteal Ormacleit <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/9897/south-uist-ormiclate-ormaclett-castle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/9897/south-uist-ormiclate-ormaclett-castle">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>
Caisteal Ormacleit
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Otter on the beach at Ormacleit
Otter on the beach at Ormacleit
Sea protection wall near Staoinebrig
Sea protection wall near Staoinebrig
Loch Altabrug Houses at Staoinebrig in the distance.
Loch Altabrug
Houses at Staoinebrig in the distance.
Loch Altabrug in the distance
Loch Altabrug in the distance
Houses at Staoinebrig (Stoneybridge) Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Houses at Staoinebrig (Stoneybridge)
Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Ruin at Staoinebrig (Stoneybridge) Loch Olaidh an Iar in the distance.
Ruin at Staoinebrig (Stoneybridge)
Loch Olaidh an Iar in the distance.
Cattle grid near Loch Olaidh an Iar Loch Olaidh an Iar in the distance.
Cattle grid near Loch Olaidh an Iar
Loch Olaidh an Iar in the distance.
Approaching Caisteal Ormacleit
Approaching Caisteal Ormacleit
The shore looking out to a scarcely visible Eilean Bheirean
The shore looking out to a scarcely visible Eilean Bheirean
Neolithic site Benbecula? Although it doesn't show up too well on the photograph, there was a circle of stones, about 2-3 metres in diameter on top of a low mound. Loch na Curraidh is the water in the background.
Neolithic site Benbecula?
Although it doesn't show up too well on the photograph, there was a circle of stones, about 2-3 metres in diameter on top of a low mound. Loch na Curraidh is the water in the background.
Standing Stone near Stoneybridge at dusk The standing stone was reached as the furthest point on an evening stroll from the Gatiff Hostel at Howmore.
Standing Stone near Stoneybridge at dusk
The standing stone was reached as the furthest point on an evening stroll from the Gatiff Hostel at Howmore.
Machair near Loch a' Mhòil
Machair near Loch a' Mhòil
Loch Altabrug The three peaks of South Uist seen across Loch Altabrug
Loch Altabrug
The three peaks of South Uist seen across Loch Altabrug
Crois Chnoca Breaca standing stone The stone stands on the top of a small mound. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/9899/south-uist-stoneybridge-crois-chnoca-breaca" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/9899/south-uist-stoneybridge-crois-chnoca-breaca">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>
Crois Chnoca Breaca standing stone
The stone stands on the top of a small mound. LinkExternal link
Loch Altabrug (part thereof) Enough lochs to choose from up there - this was the view from outside the cottage
Loch Altabrug (part thereof)
Enough lochs to choose from up there - this was the view from outside the cottage
Ormacleit Castle The castle straddles the grid line, but two thirds of it is in this square.
Ormacleit Castle
The castle straddles the grid line, but two thirds of it is in this square.
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Rubh' Aird-mhicheil is located at Grid Ref: NF7333 (Lat: 57.273542, Lng: -7.4265821)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 57.273542,-7.4265821
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Lat/Long: 57.27337/-7.4252775
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