Rubha-Buidhe

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha-Buidhe

Ocean on the west side of the causeway to North Uist Credit: Gordon Brown

Rubha-Buidhe is a headland located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The headland is characterized by rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The name Rubha-Buidhe translates to "yellow point" in Gaelic, a reference to the sandy beaches and golden cliffs that can be found along the coastline. The headland offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby islands of Skye and Eigg.

The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and otters. Visitors to Rubha-Buidhe may also spot dolphins and whales in the waters off the coast. The headland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, due to its unique geological features and diverse ecosystem.

Access to Rubha-Buidhe is primarily by foot, with several hiking trails leading to the headland from nearby villages. The area is also popular for birdwatching, fishing, and photography. Overall, Rubha-Buidhe is a picturesque coastal feature that offers visitors a glimpse of Scotland's natural beauty and wildlife.

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Rubha-Buidhe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.500204/-7.2575035 or Grid Reference NF8557. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ocean on the west side of the causeway to North Uist

Gordon Brown

NCN780 on Grimsay

Looking east, Loch an Fhaing on the left and Eaval, North Uist, in the distance.

M J Richardson

Signpost on Grimsay

The house beyond the end of Loch an Fhaing is marked as a Post Office on the map, but the may not be up to date information.

M J Richardson

Bus stop and post box on Grimsay

At the road-end of a loop that leaves the main road [A865].

M J Richardson

House on Grimsay

Looking across Bog Cotton from the A865.

M J Richardson

Gearraidh Dubh

Looking over the shore near Gearraidh Dubh towards Eabhal.

Richard Sutcliffe

Loch na Faoileag on Grimsay

One of many small islets on Loch na Faoileag on the Isle of Grimsay

G Kilpatrick

Loch na Faoileag Shoreline

A view along the shoreline to north west finger on Loch na Faoileag (Isle of Grimsay) .Taken on the opposite bank from the roadside.

G Kilpatrick

Near Gearraidh Dubh

Richard Sutcliffe

Gairbh-eilean

Mick Garratt

Eilean an t-Seagail

Seating located at a parking spot just off the A865 near Baile Glas on Benbecula.

Steve Houldsworth

Thatch at Cladach Chairinis

David Purchase

The summit region of Grimsay

Grimsay is a low island between North Uist and Benbecula. It is difficult to be certain of its highest point, but this eminence, 25m or so above Mean Sea Level, is a good contender.

David Purchase

Road on Eilean na h-Airigh

Leaving the causeway from Benbecula and heading for Grimsay and North Uist. Eaval / Eabhal is the North Uist mountain in the distance. Link

Colin Smith

Baile Glas, Grimsay

Hamlet on the causewayed road between Benbecula and North Uist. Link

Colin Smith

Sand Flats at Grimsay

Tidal flats between Grimsay (foreground) and North Uist (background). Eaval / Eabhal is the distinctive mountain.

Colin Smith

Sandy inlet on the coast of Grimsay

One of a maze of inlets and channels around Grimsay. This view is interesting as there are remains of old field walls [possibly iron age/centre picture] visible in the sand, indicating a lower sea level at some time. Cloud capped Eabhal rises in the distance.

Gordon Hatton

Grimsay: the post office

The island has had a post office since 2 May 1880 and its current location is in a room of the subpostmistress's house, visible here at the end of her long track driveway. The familiar oval sign stands at the end of the drive. The post office is open for business from 9am, until 12 noon on Mondays and Tuesdays and for an hour longer on Wednesdays.

Chris Downer

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Rubha-Buidhe is located at Grid Ref: NF8557 (Lat: 57.500204, Lng: -7.2575035)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands