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Àird Innis

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Àird Innis

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

Àird Innis is a stunning coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that extends into the North Atlantic Ocean, forming a prominent point along the rugged coastline. This picturesque spot is known for its breathtaking natural beauty and rich history.

The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that provide stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. The cliffs are composed of rugged rocks, which have been shaped over centuries by the relentless crashing of the waves. These dramatic cliffs serve as a nesting site for various seabirds, adding to the area's charm and biodiversity.

Àird Innis is also known for its historical significance. It was once a strategic point for defense, with remnants of ancient fortifications still visible today. These historical structures provide a glimpse into the area's past and attract visitors interested in Scottish history.

Access to Àird Innis is relatively easy, with a well-maintained coastal path that leads to the headland. This path allows visitors to explore the rugged coastline, taking in the breathtaking scenery and enjoying the fresh sea breeze. The area is also popular among hikers and nature enthusiasts, who can take advantage of the numerous walking trails that wind through the surrounding countryside.

Overall, Àird Innis is a captivating coastal feature that offers a combination of stunning natural beauty and historical significance. Whether one is seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventure in nature, this headland is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Àird Innis Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.652362/-7.1593864 or Grid Reference NF9274. 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.
Open Moorland Looking towards houses at Braigh Chalasaigh.
Open Moorland
Looking towards houses at Braigh Chalasaigh.
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)
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.
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.
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
Loch Dheoir
Loch Dheoir
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Àird Innis is located at Grid Ref: NF9274 (Lat: 57.652362, Lng: -7.1593864)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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