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Àird Mhic Caoilt

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Àird Mhic Caoilt

Road to Vallay This must be one of the longest fords in Britain.
Road to Vallay Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Àird Mhic Caoilt is a prominent headland located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated on the northwestern coast of the country, overlooking the waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise steeply from the sea, providing stunning views of the surrounding coastline.

The name Àird Mhic Caoilt translates to "MacKay's Point" in English, and is thought to have been named after a local clan that once inhabited the area. The headland is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who come to explore the rugged terrain and enjoy the breathtaking views of the ocean.

In addition to its natural beauty, Àird Mhic Caoilt is also home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds and marine mammals. Visitors may catch a glimpse of seals basking on the rocks or seabirds soaring overhead.

Overall, Àird Mhic Caoilt is a picturesque and tranquil coastal feature that offers visitors a chance to experience the wild and rugged beauty of the Scottish coastline.

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Àird Mhic Caoilt Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.655548/-7.3942909 or Grid Reference NF7875. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road to Vallay This must be one of the longest fords in Britain.
Road to Vallay
This must be one of the longest fords in Britain.
Machair Leathann This is perhaps one of the most boring pictures I've submitted, I only wish there was some way of adding the tremendous amount of bird calls you could hear, here on the Machair
Machair Leathann
This is perhaps one of the most boring pictures I've submitted, I only wish there was some way of adding the tremendous amount of bird calls you could hear, here on the Machair
Erskine Beveridge's house on Bhalaigh The abandoned house of the historian Erskine Beveridge.
Erskine Beveridge's house on Bhalaigh
The abandoned house of the historian Erskine Beveridge.
Traigh Bhalaigh The island of Vallay (Bhalaigh), is only accessible by foot at low tide. It is situated on the North of North Uist. The island itself has standing stones and remnants of ancient settlements and the crumbling ruins of Vallay House. This, once grand, building and several outhouses was owned by Erskine Beveridge, who contributed greatly to the archaeology of North Uist and wrote a weighty book on the subject.
Traigh Bhalaigh
The island of Vallay (Bhalaigh), is only accessible by foot at low tide. It is situated on the North of North Uist. The island itself has standing stones and remnants of ancient settlements and the crumbling ruins of Vallay House. This, once grand, building and several outhouses was owned by Erskine Beveridge, who contributed greatly to the archaeology of North Uist and wrote a weighty book on the subject.
Grazing Land at Malacleit Overlooking Tráigh Balaigh.
Grazing Land at Malacleit
Overlooking Tráigh Balaigh.
Tràigh Bhalaigh Known also as Vallay Strand
Tràigh Bhalaigh
Known also as Vallay Strand
Machair Looking towards Tràigh Bhàlaigh.
Machair
Looking towards Tràigh Bhàlaigh.
Traigh Bhalaigh [Vallay Beach] Looking across the sands at low tide towards the island of Vallay.
Traigh Bhalaigh [Vallay Beach]
Looking across the sands at low tide towards the island of Vallay.
Teampull Orain The surf scattered ruin of Teampull Orain on Isle Oronsay
Teampull Orain
The surf scattered ruin of Teampull Orain on Isle Oronsay
Aird Mhic Caoilt Peninsula extending into the incredible vastness of Vallay Strand.
Aird Mhic Caoilt
Peninsula extending into the incredible vastness of Vallay Strand.
Bhalaigh House Bhalaigh viewed across Traigh Bhalaigh. This vast expanse of sand dries to such an extent that at low tide cars can drive across to the island.
Bhalaigh House
Bhalaigh viewed across Traigh Bhalaigh. This vast expanse of sand dries to such an extent that at low tide cars can drive across to the island.
Camas na Criche, Bhalaigh Dunes backing onto the white expanse of Camas na Criche.
Camas na Criche, Bhalaigh
Dunes backing onto the white expanse of Camas na Criche.
Bagh nan Craobhag Discarded lobster pot, of which there were many along this coast.
Bagh nan Craobhag
Discarded lobster pot, of which there were many along this coast.
Bagh na Craobhag Blue waters surround this island. The shores held many nesting oystercatchers.
Bagh na Craobhag
Blue waters surround this island. The shores held many nesting oystercatchers.
Remains of Teampull Orain The outline is still clearly visible when you are on the ground.
Remains of Teampull Orain
The outline is still clearly visible when you are on the ground.
Remains of Teampull Orain Still some height visible in the walls.
Remains of Teampull Orain
Still some height visible in the walls.
Thrift on Orasaigh A versatile plant that can be found at sea level as well as the heights of the Cairngorm plateau.
Thrift on Orasaigh
A versatile plant that can be found at sea level as well as the heights of the Cairngorm plateau.
Beach on Orasaigh Clouds building but still no rain fell. North Uist has had one day of rain in six weeks.
Beach on Orasaigh
Clouds building but still no rain fell. North Uist has had one day of rain in six weeks.
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Àird Mhic Caoilt is located at Grid Ref: NF7875 (Lat: 57.655548, Lng: -7.3942909)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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