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Gob Bhreinish

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

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Gob Bhreinish

Footbridge on the Hebridean Way Sturdy footbridge on the Hebridean Way west of Langass Lodge
Footbridge on the Hebridean Way Credit: Alan Pickup

Gob Bhreinish, also known as Gob Vreinish, is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is classified as a headland and point, jutting out into the North Atlantic Ocean. The name "Gob Bhreinish" is derived from the Scottish Gaelic language and translates to "head of the hill."

Situated on the western coast of Scotland, Gob Bhreinish offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the vast ocean beyond. The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise steeply from the sea, providing a dramatic backdrop to the landscape. These cliffs are composed of various rock formations, including sandstone and granite, adding to the geological diversity of the area.

The headland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including seabirds such as puffins, gannets, and fulmars, which nest on the cliffs. Visitors to Gob Bhreinish may also catch a glimpse of seals and dolphins swimming in the waters below. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Gob Bhreinish is easily accessible by foot, with several hiking trails leading to its summit. These paths offer stunning panoramic views of the coastline and the neighboring islands, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers. The headland also provides an ideal vantage point for observing the sunset over the ocean, creating a truly magical experience.

Overall, Gob Bhreinish is a captivating coastal feature, offering both natural beauty and recreational opportunities for visitors to Inverness-shire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.558719/-7.2663913 or Grid Reference NF8564. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footbridge on the Hebridean Way Sturdy footbridge on the Hebridean Way west of Langass Lodge
Footbridge on the Hebridean Way
Sturdy footbridge on the Hebridean Way west of Langass Lodge
Hebridean Way View SE from the Hebridean Way west of Langass Lodge. In the distance is the distinctive shape of Eabhal.
Hebridean Way
View SE from the Hebridean Way west of Langass Lodge. In the distance is the distinctive shape of Eabhal.
Pobull Fhinn Stone Circle by Loch Langais The dilapidated sign calls the area the Langass Stone Circle. The hill Eaval is in the distance.
Pobull Fhinn Stone Circle by Loch Langais
The dilapidated sign calls the area the Langass Stone Circle. The hill Eaval is in the distance.
Barpa Langass chambered cairn This is a Neolithic chambered cairn. It diameter is about 22 metres by 5.5 metres high, and is around 5,000 years old. Unfortunately there has been a recent collapse and entry (although possible) is no longer approved.
Barpa Langass chambered cairn
This is a Neolithic chambered cairn. It diameter is about 22 metres by 5.5 metres high, and is around 5,000 years old. Unfortunately there has been a recent collapse and entry (although possible) is no longer approved.
The A867 Notice the remains of the old single-track road on the right.
The A867
Notice the remains of the old single-track road on the right.
Entrance to Barpa Langass in 1986 No restrictions on access to the chambered cairn in 1986 - so a return trip recently greatly disappointed as access to the interior is barred. In 1986 I remember no car park or "Interpretation Board" except the small board beside the entrance. According to the Canmore website Barpa Langass, 3rd millennium bc The tumulus of some eminent warrior, or perhaps of a Neolithic tribe, this is one of the best survivals of a barpa or massive chambered cairn of the passage-grave type. Prominent on the hillside, the circular mound of stones conceals the only known intact megalithic chamber in the Western Isles.
Entrance to Barpa Langass in 1986
No restrictions on access to the chambered cairn in 1986 - so a return trip recently greatly disappointed as access to the interior is barred. In 1986 I remember no car park or "Interpretation Board" except the small board beside the entrance. According to the Canmore website Barpa Langass, 3rd millennium bc The tumulus of some eminent warrior, or perhaps of a Neolithic tribe, this is one of the best survivals of a barpa or massive chambered cairn of the passage-grave type. Prominent on the hillside, the circular mound of stones conceals the only known intact megalithic chamber in the Western Isles.
Langass Stone Circle Some of the two dozen surviving stones of the circle known as the People of Fingal above Loch Langais. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1341929">NF8465 : Pobull Fhinn</a> shows the identical view 23 years later. Gone is the information board that sat so well on the horizontal slab. The board states the place as Langass Stone Circle after giving the name in Gaelic. Pobull Fhinn is also mentioned. Eaval is the hill in the far distance.
Langass Stone Circle
Some of the two dozen surviving stones of the circle known as the People of Fingal above Loch Langais. NF8465 : Pobull Fhinn shows the identical view 23 years later. Gone is the information board that sat so well on the horizontal slab. The board states the place as Langass Stone Circle after giving the name in Gaelic. Pobull Fhinn is also mentioned. Eaval is the hill in the far distance.
The North Uist dual carriageway? The view is from the old road across the island with the new road to the left. Single track has been abandoned in favour of a well engineered double width road which leads from Lochmaddy to Clachan before normal service is resumed.
The North Uist dual carriageway?
The view is from the old road across the island with the new road to the left. Single track has been abandoned in favour of a well engineered double width road which leads from Lochmaddy to Clachan before normal service is resumed.
The work of a craftsman A very neatly cut area of peat. Note the string for a straight line and the square cut peat 'bricks'. All the work of someone who likes a job well done - maybe a 'geograph' contributor?
The work of a craftsman
A very neatly cut area of peat. Note the string for a straight line and the square cut peat 'bricks'. All the work of someone who likes a job well done - maybe a 'geograph' contributor?
Loch na Moracha One of the many irregularly shaped lochs that cover much of the interior of North Uist, which seems to be more water than land.
Loch na Moracha
One of the many irregularly shaped lochs that cover much of the interior of North Uist, which seems to be more water than land.
Wheelbarrow parking area Wheelbarrows on the thin strip of ground between the old and new roads across North Uist. This is an area much used for peat cutting - thus the turf 'bricks' in the foreground.
Wheelbarrow parking area
Wheelbarrows on the thin strip of ground between the old and new roads across North Uist. This is an area much used for peat cutting - thus the turf 'bricks' in the foreground.
Statue of Hercules in Langass Wood Hercules, a grizzly bear, gained international stardom when going missing for 24 days after escaping while filming a television commercial on Benbecula in 1980. He was found on North Uist. He died in 2001 aged 25 and a statue was erected in his memory.
Statue of Hercules in Langass Wood
Hercules, a grizzly bear, gained international stardom when going missing for 24 days after escaping while filming a television commercial on Benbecula in 1980. He was found on North Uist. He died in 2001 aged 25 and a statue was erected in his memory.
Loch Glen Na Feannag shieling and chambered cairn The shieling is built on the edge of a much earlier chambered cairn. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10251/north-uist-loch-glen-na-feannag" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10251/north-uist-loch-glen-na-feannag">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>
Loch Glen Na Feannag shieling and chambered cairn
The shieling is built on the edge of a much earlier chambered cairn. LinkExternal link
Loch Glen Na Feannag chambered cairn A close up view of the large slabs forming the chamber. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10251/north-uist-loch-glen-na-feannag" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10251/north-uist-loch-glen-na-feannag">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>
Loch Glen Na Feannag chambered cairn
A close up view of the large slabs forming the chamber. LinkExternal link
Ruined Boat House on the North West Edge of Loch Langais
Ruined Boat House on the North West Edge of Loch Langais
Pobull Fhinn stone circle Stone circle unusually erected on an artificial terrace. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10237/north-uist-ben-langass-pobull-fhinn" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10237/north-uist-ben-langass-pobull-fhinn">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>
Pobull Fhinn stone circle
Stone circle unusually erected on an artificial terrace. LinkExternal link
Trig Point Beinn Langais Lovely evening, not a midge in sight.
Trig Point Beinn Langais
Lovely evening, not a midge in sight.
Hercules the Grizzly Bear Statue While filming for a Kleenex television commercial on Benbecula on 20 August 1980, Hercules escaped and went missing for 24 days. Search parties looked for Hercules for three days before calling off the search. On 13 September, a crofter spotted Hercules swimming; he was shot with a tranquilliser dart, netted, and flown back to his handler The story quickly made Hercules a celebrity around the world.
Hercules the Grizzly Bear Statue
While filming for a Kleenex television commercial on Benbecula on 20 August 1980, Hercules escaped and went missing for 24 days. Search parties looked for Hercules for three days before calling off the search. On 13 September, a crofter spotted Hercules swimming; he was shot with a tranquilliser dart, netted, and flown back to his handler The story quickly made Hercules a celebrity around the world.
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Gob Bhreinish is located at Grid Ref: NF8564 (Lat: 57.558719, Lng: -7.2663913)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///relieves.stubbed.grapes. Near Lochmaddy, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Loch Langais Gob Bhreinish Eilean nan Caorach

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