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Rubha nam Plèac

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha nam Plèac

Hamarsaigh From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Hamarsaigh Credit: Hugh Venables

Rubha nam Plèac is a rugged headland located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. This coastal feature juts out into the North Sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of water beyond.

The headland is characterized by its rocky cliffs and grassy slopes, which provide a habitat for a variety of seabirds and other wildlife. Visitors to Rubha nam Plèac can often spot seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes nesting on the cliffs, as well as seals and dolphins swimming in the waters below.

The headland is a popular spot for hiking and birdwatching, with several walking trails leading visitors along the coast and up to the summit of the headland. From the top, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and sea, making it a perfect spot for taking in the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Overall, Rubha nam Plèac is a picturesque and tranquil coastal feature that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its rugged beauty and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Rubha nam Plèac Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.595434/-7.1092053 or Grid Reference NF9467. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hamarsaigh From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Hamarsaigh
From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Glas Eilean Mòr From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Glas Eilean Mòr
From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Madadh Mòr Madadh Mòr means 'big dog (or wolf)' and the name is applied to this rock just outside Loch nam Madadh (Loch Maddy), whose name means 'loch of the dogs'. Its counterpart Madadh Beag, the 'small dog', is on the north of the loch. Clearly different from the prevailing Lewisian gneiss, it is in fact part of the Little Minch Sill complex. It is igneous in origin, formed between 23 and 66 million years ago and quite young by comparison with the 3000-million-year-old gneiss!
Madadh Mòr
Madadh Mòr means 'big dog (or wolf)' and the name is applied to this rock just outside Loch nam Madadh (Loch Maddy), whose name means 'loch of the dogs'. Its counterpart Madadh Beag, the 'small dog', is on the north of the loch. Clearly different from the prevailing Lewisian gneiss, it is in fact part of the Little Minch Sill complex. It is igneous in origin, formed between 23 and 66 million years ago and quite young by comparison with the 3000-million-year-old gneiss!
Madadh Beag to the Sou'east of Rubha an Fhigheadair The ferry out of Loch Maddy seems further north from the planned track than normal. There's a strong southerly wind blowing and the Minch looks so exciting.
Madadh Beag to the Sou'east of Rubha an Fhigheadair
The ferry out of Loch Maddy seems further north from the planned track than normal. There's a strong southerly wind blowing and the Minch looks so exciting.
An Glais-eilean Meadhonach Mind your navigation in these waters! Can you imagine sailing into Loch Maddy on foggy days prior to the advent of radar, radio beacons, and sonar?
An Glais-eilean Meadhonach
Mind your navigation in these waters! Can you imagine sailing into Loch Maddy on foggy days prior to the advent of radar, radio beacons, and sonar?
Hunched against a strong southerly - that's Madadh Beag What a sanctuary for fishes these rocks provide! Cast a line near here for the coalfish (Saith or coley) the Pollack (Lythe) and the Wrasse.
Hunched against a strong southerly - that's Madadh Beag
What a sanctuary for fishes these rocks provide! Cast a line near here for the coalfish (Saith or coley) the Pollack (Lythe) and the Wrasse.
Madadh Beag With the rocky slopes of Rubha na h-Aoir beyond. Seen from the ferry for Uig.
Madadh Beag
With the rocky slopes of Rubha na h-Aoir beyond. Seen from the ferry for Uig.
Lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair With Madadh Beag in the near distance.
Lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair
With Madadh Beag in the near distance.
Madadh Beag and Rubha na h-Aoir Looking from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry.
Madadh Beag and Rubha na h-Aoir
Looking from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry.
Beacon on Ruigh Liath With Fathoire behind, to the right.
Beacon on Ruigh Liath
With Fathoire behind, to the right.
Fathoire - the eastern end A small island in Loch nam Madadh.
Fathoire - the eastern end
A small island in Loch nam Madadh.
Glas Eilean Mòr Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. The lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair is just visible on the headland beyond.
Glas Eilean Mòr
Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. The lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair is just visible on the headland beyond.
Glas Eilean Mòr Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. Beyond is the headland of Rubha an Fhigheadair
Glas Eilean Mòr
Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. Beyond is the headland of Rubha an Fhigheadair
Rubha Mhic ille-mhalaidh Headland seen off the port side of the MV Hebrides as she slows on the approach to Lochmaddy. If a certain on line translation service is correct, this is 'Son in-law's headland'. There's a navigation light on the rocks to the right of centre with solar panels visible.
Rubha Mhic ille-mhalaidh
Headland seen off the port side of the MV Hebrides as she slows on the approach to Lochmaddy. If a certain on line translation service is correct, this is 'Son in-law's headland'. There's a navigation light on the rocks to the right of centre with solar panels visible.
Madadh Mor from the ferry The sea stack of Madadh Mor from the MV Hebrides as she steams towards Lochmaddy. I'm sure the captain was kind enough to edge into this square to enable a 'geograph' to be taken.
Madadh Mor from the ferry
The sea stack of Madadh Mor from the MV Hebrides as she steams towards Lochmaddy. I'm sure the captain was kind enough to edge into this square to enable a 'geograph' to be taken.
North Lee trig. This is the lower north summit of Li a'Tuath/North Lee. A very good view point for Loch nam Madadh. The higher southern summit can be seen along with Eabhal, the highest hill on North Uist.
North Lee trig.
This is the lower north summit of Li a'Tuath/North Lee. A very good view point for Loch nam Madadh. The higher southern summit can be seen along with Eabhal, the highest hill on North Uist.
Loch Maddy The islet of Faihore in Lochmaddy viewed from the car ferry from Uig approaching Lochmaddy
Loch Maddy
The islet of Faihore in Lochmaddy viewed from the car ferry from Uig approaching Lochmaddy
Madadh Mór Off Aird nam Madadh.
Madadh Mór
Off Aird nam Madadh.
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Rubha nam Plèac is located at Grid Ref: NF9467 (Lat: 57.595434, Lng: -7.1092053)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///throw.trade.daffodils. Near Lochmaddy, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Àird nam Madadh Acarsaid nam Madadh Rubha nam Plèac Bàgh Chlann Nèill Rubha Mhic-ille-mhalaidh

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Located within 500m of 57.595434,-7.1092053
Seamark Light Character: Fl
Seamark Light Colour: red
Seamark Light Height: 7
Seamark Light Period: 4
Seamark Light Range: 5
Seamark Light Reference: A 3996.6
Seamark Light Sequence: 0.3+(3.7)
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 57.59605/-7.1126
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Seamark Light Character: Fl
Seamark Light Colour: green
Seamark Light Group: 2
Seamark Light Height: 9
Seamark Light Period: 4
Seamark Light Range: 5
Seamark Light Reference: A 3996.4
Seamark Name: Glas Eilean Mòr
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 57.5991833/-7.1115833
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