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Aird Mòr

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Aird Mòr

Peaty pool by the roadside Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peaty pool by the roadside Credit: Gordon Hatton

Aird Mòr is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, forming a point that offers stunning views of the surrounding area. Aird Mòr is situated on the western coast of Inverness-shire, near the village of Arisaig.

The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs that drop sharply into the sea, creating an impressive and dramatic landscape. These cliffs are composed of ancient rock formations, showcasing layers of sedimentary rocks that have been shaped and molded by the forces of nature over millions of years.

Aird Mòr is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers due to its breathtaking scenery and diverse wildlife. The headland is home to a variety of bird species, including seabirds such as gannets and puffins, which nest in the cliffs during breeding season. Visitors may also spot seals, dolphins, and occasionally even whales swimming in the waters off the coast.

The area surrounding Aird Mòr is rich in historical and cultural significance. There are remnants of ancient settlements and structures, including Iron Age forts and burial sites, which provide insights into the region's past. Additionally, the headland offers panoramic views of the nearby islands, including the Small Isles and Skye, adding to the charm and allure of Aird Mòr.

Overall, Aird Mòr is a captivating coastal feature in Inverness-shire, boasting impressive cliffs, diverse wildlife, and a rich historical heritage. It remains a must-visit destination for those seeking a true taste of Scotland's natural beauty.

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Aird Mòr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.658912/-7.1692832 or Grid Reference NF9174. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Peaty pool by the roadside Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peaty pool by the roadside
Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peat stacks at Stolie Moorland dropping gently to a tidal channel, with Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Peat stacks at Stolie
Moorland dropping gently to a tidal channel, with Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Tidal channels and mud flats Having squeezed into a corner of this square, further progress across the tidal mud flats would appear to be a foolish move. The unnamed islet some 150m away is, according to the OS map, surrounded by sand. In reality it appears to be a rather sicky mud.
Tidal channels and mud flats
Having squeezed into a corner of this square, further progress across the tidal mud flats would appear to be a foolish move. The unnamed islet some 150m away is, according to the OS map, surrounded by sand. In reality it appears to be a rather sicky mud.
A maze of muddy channels Looking east from the Rubha Dubh promontory across a maze of muddy channels, exposed rocks and little islands.
A maze of muddy channels
Looking east from the Rubha Dubh promontory across a maze of muddy channels, exposed rocks and little islands.
Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.
Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh
There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh
Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh
Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Peat Bank By the Lochportain road.
Peat Bank
By the Lochportain road.
Loch Dheoir From the Lochportain road.
Loch Dheoir
From the Lochportain road.
Loch Dheoir In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Loch Dheoir
In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Electricity Pole Crossing the soggy peat, as seen at the forefront of the photograph
Electricity Pole
Crossing the soggy peat, as seen at the forefront of the photograph
Loch Dheoir In the distance are Li a Tuath (North Less), Li a Deas (South Lee) and Eabhal (Eaval), all in the south-east of North Uist.
Loch Dheoir
In the distance are Li a Tuath (North Less), Li a Deas (South Lee) and Eabhal (Eaval), all in the south-east of North Uist.
Loch Dubh na Moine Taken from the east slopes of Beinn Mhor. What was presumably an old enclosure boundary leads down to the loch.
Loch Dubh na Moine
Taken from the east slopes of Beinn Mhor. What was presumably an old enclosure boundary leads down to the loch.
South-east slopes of Beinn Mhor, North Uist
South-east slopes of Beinn Mhor, North Uist
A corner of Loch Dheoir Loch Dheoir has an intricate shoreline with many tiny bays and inlets. Looking towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
A corner of Loch Dheoir
Loch Dheoir has an intricate shoreline with many tiny bays and inlets. Looking towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Cnoc Mor Thormaid What appears to be a very overgrown cairn on the small hillock of Cnoc Mor Thormaid. I wonder if it's of any antiquarian interest - there is any amount of neolithic monuments in the wider area.
Cnoc Mor Thormaid
What appears to be a very overgrown cairn on the small hillock of Cnoc Mor Thormaid. I wonder if it's of any antiquarian interest - there is any amount of neolithic monuments in the wider area.
Pool on Aird Thanais This headland is very boggy underfoot - not pleasant walking at all. The views surrounding it make up for this.
Pool on Aird Thanais
This headland is very boggy underfoot - not pleasant walking at all. The views surrounding it make up for this.
Low tide at Loch Hurabhaig Beinn Mhor in the background
Low tide at Loch Hurabhaig
Beinn Mhor in the background
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Aird Mòr is located at Grid Ref: NF9174 (Lat: 57.658912, Lng: -7.1692832)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///waddle.ballpoint.vets. Near Lochmaddy, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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