Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn

A865 on the edge of Loch an Daill Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn is a picturesque coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The name Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn translates to "Point of the Sharp Rocks in the Surf," which accurately describes the rugged and rocky nature of this headland. The cliffs of Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn are composed of ancient Lewisian gneiss, a type of metamorphic rock that is over a billion years old. These cliffs provide a dramatic backdrop to the crashing waves and are a haven for various seabirds, including gulls, fulmars, and kittiwakes.

The headland itself is accessible via a narrow footpath that winds its way through heather-covered moorland. Hikers and nature enthusiasts are drawn to Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn for its stunning panoramic views of the ocean and the nearby coastal landscape. On a clear day, it is even possible to see the distant mountains of the Isle of Skye.

The area surrounding the headland is rich in flora and fauna, with wildflowers blooming in the summer months and seals often spotted basking on the nearby rocks. The coastal waters are also home to a diverse array of marine life, including dolphins and porpoises.

Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn is a place of natural beauty and tranquility, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the rugged and untamed Scottish coastline. Whether exploring the cliffs, observing the wildlife, or simply taking in the stunning views, this headland is a must-visit destination for those seeking a true Scottish coastal experience.

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Rubha Sgeir na Biorlinn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.401772/-7.3149585 or Grid Reference NF8047. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A865 on the edge of Loch an Daill

Sandy Gerrard

Loch an Daill

Sandy Gerrard

Croftland and loch at Aird Mhor, Iochdar, South Uist

Loch an Dall is in the middle ground.

Douglas Nelson

The Co-operative store, Creagorry (Benbecula)

A good sized shop. Just don't ask when the newspapers come in; it's usually mid-afternoon!

Gordon Brown

Boat in an hotel yard

In the car park of the Isle of Benbecula Hotel at Creagorry/Creag Ghoraidh.

M J Richardson

Salt marsh at Creagorry/Creag Ghoraidh

Directly across the road [A865] from the Creagorry Hotel.

M J Richardson

Traditional cottage, North Uist

I note that Greg Morss referred to this as an inhabited cottage back in 2007, but now it looks distinctly uninhabited, unless the occupants enjoy fresh air through the roof.

Gordon Hatton

Turbine trouble?

Engineers working on a wind turbine at Carnan.

Gordon Hatton

Loch an Daill

Just south of the causeway between Benbecula and South Uist.

John Lucas

Houses by Loch an Daill

Beside the A865 road, South Uist.

John Lucas

Eileanan Stafa

Toby Speight

The causeway to South Uist from Benbecula

Gordon Brown

Ruins at Grosavagh

It can be difficult to tell in the Outer Hebrides, but this is salt water (you can see the tide marks).

Gordon Brown

Coast at Grosavagh

Looking over to houses at Griomasaigh.

Gordon Brown

New house at Grosavagh

Beyond is the stretch of sea separating South Uist (here) from the next island up the chain, Benbecula.

Gordon Brown

Ruined croft house, 5-6 Hacklet (Hacleit), in 1995

Looking northeast across upper Loch Chearabhaigh (a sea loch) towards the scattered township of Kilerivagh. According to local information from Mary Harman in 2018, the house is still there with the mid gable with chimney standing, but the roof is entirely gone. The windows are still clear, and the winnowing hole in the barn at the left hand side of the picture is still there. The telegraph pole behind the house, being redundant is no longer there. The building probably dates from the 19th century and is Category B listed [Link

]. It also appears on the Buildings at Risk Register [Link

Richard Sutcliffe

Northern end of the South Ford causeway

The causeway and short bridge was officially opened in November 1982 during a howling gale. The causeway replaced an 82 span bridge which opened in 1942, but which was in a poor state of repair by the end of the 1970s.

Gordon Hatton