Rubh' an Losaid

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubh' an Losaid

Inside Am Bothan Bunkhouse, Leverburgh
Inside Am Bothan Bunkhouse, Leverburgh Credit: Phil Thirkell

Rubh' an Losaid is a prominent headland located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated along the picturesque coastline, this coastal feature offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the North Sea. The name "Rubh' an Losaid" translates to "Point of the Ferry" in Gaelic, hinting at its historical significance as a crossing point for travelers.

The headland is characterized by its rugged terrain and towering cliffs that jut out into the sea. These cliffs provide a natural vantage point for visitors to admire the stunning beauty of the area, with uninterrupted panoramas of the ocean and the distant horizon. The headland is also home to a variety of seabirds, including gannets and puffins, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Access to Rubh' an Losaid is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading up to the headland. The path winds its way through rolling hills and offers glimpses of the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this coastal ecosystem. Visitors can expect to encounter heather, wildflowers, and grasses as they explore the area.

Rubh' an Losaid is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, photography, and simply enjoying the beauty of nature. Its proximity to nearby villages and towns provides visitors with convenient access to amenities such as accommodations, restaurants, and shops. Whether exploring the headland's rugged cliffs or simply taking in the breathtaking views, Rubh' an Losaid is a must-visit destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Inverness-shire.

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Rubh' an Losaid Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.769326/-7.0294341 or Grid Reference NG0186. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inside Am Bothan Bunkhouse, Leverburgh
Inside Am Bothan Bunkhouse, Leverburgh
Leverburgh Ferry Terminal Entrance A sign at the entrance to the Leverburgh Ferry Terminal
Leverburgh Ferry Terminal Entrance
A sign at the entrance to the Leverburgh Ferry Terminal
Leverburgh Ferry Terminal Leverburgh Ferry Terminal, Isle of Harris while Caledonian MacBrayne's Motor Vessel 'Loch Portain' loading up for departure
Leverburgh Ferry Terminal
Leverburgh Ferry Terminal, Isle of Harris while Caledonian MacBrayne's Motor Vessel 'Loch Portain' loading up for departure
Reflections The house at the head of Bàgh Chàirminis (Carminish Bay) is reflected in the mirror-like water.
Reflections
The house at the head of Bàgh Chàirminis (Carminish Bay) is reflected in the mirror-like water.
Field Access It may be that the end of the access road here is sometimes used to pen livestock.
Field Access
It may be that the end of the access road here is sometimes used to pen livestock.
Old Lazybeds The parallel lines in this field are the remains of lazybeds. These are raised beds which are separated by ditches to assist in draining the land. They can be found all over the Hebrides, but few are still in regular cultivation.
Old Lazybeds
The parallel lines in this field are the remains of lazybeds. These are raised beds which are separated by ditches to assist in draining the land. They can be found all over the Hebrides, but few are still in regular cultivation.
Near Càirminis I think the nearest island is Eilean Chàirminis (Carminish Island).
Near Càirminis
I think the nearest island is Eilean Chàirminis (Carminish Island).
MV 'Lochportain' approaching Leverburgh MV 'Lochportain' operates the shuttle ferry between Leverburgh in Harris and Berneray.
MV 'Lochportain' approaching Leverburgh
MV 'Lochportain' operates the shuttle ferry between Leverburgh in Harris and Berneray.
Docking at Leverburgh MV 'Lochportain' has just completed the crossing of the Sound of Harris from Berneray.
Docking at Leverburgh
MV 'Lochportain' has just completed the crossing of the Sound of Harris from Berneray.
Leverburgh Pier This is the pier used by various commercial enterprises, a short distance from the ferry pier.
Leverburgh Pier
This is the pier used by various commercial enterprises, a short distance from the ferry pier.
Rubh' an Losaid The small headland north of Leverburgh Harbour.
Rubh' an Losaid
The small headland north of Leverburgh Harbour.
Sgeir Mhic Coma The closest skerries are Sgeir Mhic Coma, and Sgeir an Arbhair is a little further away, and to the right.
Sgeir Mhic Coma
The closest skerries are Sgeir Mhic Coma, and Sgeir an Arbhair is a little further away, and to the right.
Eilean a' Charnain The islet with the green-and-white striped beacon is just outside this grid square.
Eilean a' Charnain
The islet with the green-and-white striped beacon is just outside this grid square.
Dubh Sgeir This small skerry with its red-and-black striped beacon is also popular with seabirds.
Dubh Sgeir
This small skerry with its red-and-black striped beacon is also popular with seabirds.
M V 'Lochportain' The stern of MV 'Lochportain', looking back towards Harris.
M V 'Lochportain'
The stern of MV 'Lochportain', looking back towards Harris.
Approaching Leverburgh The ferry is almost abreast of a long jetty that shelters the harbour at Leverburgh.
Approaching Leverburgh
The ferry is almost abreast of a long jetty that shelters the harbour at Leverburgh.
Boats at Anchor Boats just off Rubh' an Losaid at Leverburgh.
Boats at Anchor
Boats just off Rubh' an Losaid at Leverburgh.
A Kirk in Leverburgh This is the Church of Scotland, looking very smart and with a large car park in front.
A Kirk in Leverburgh
This is the Church of Scotland, looking very smart and with a large car park in front.
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Rubh' an Losaid is located at Grid Ref: NG0186 (Lat: 57.769326, Lng: -7.0294341)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.769326,-7.0294341
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: zebra
Lat/Long: 57.7670838/-7.0241723
Ferry Terminal
Lat/Long: 57.7666359/-7.0250608
Bus Stop
Leverburgh
Bench: no
Bin: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 6010731719
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Leverburgh
Naptan Indicator: Pier
Naptan Landmark: Pier
Naptan NaptanCode: 94723623
Naptan Street: Pier
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 57.7670918/-7.0240014
Barrier: cattle_grid
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.7671574/-7.0230632
Charging Station
Capacity: 2
Fee: no
Operator: evolt
Postal Code: HS5 3UA
Socket Type2: 2
Socket Type2 Output: 22 kW
Lat/Long: 57.7670092/-7.0258719
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 57.7670868/-7.0239538
Toilets
Access: yes
Changing Table: yes
Fee: no
Toilets Disposal: flush
Unisex: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 57.7670504/-7.0239399
Leisure: slipway
Seamark Small Craft Facility Category: slipway
Seamark Type: small_craft_facility
Lat/Long: 57.7668832/-7.0266916
Leisure: slipway
Seamark Small Craft Facility Category: slipway
Seamark Type: small_craft_facility
Lat/Long: 57.766816/-7.0264274
Recycling
Recycling Glass: yes
Recycling Type: container
Lat/Long: 57.7674591/-7.0237465
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 57.7672745/-7.0247537
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 57.7672452/-7.0247054
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 57.766836/-7.02411
Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 57.7670786/-7.0239267
Recycling
Recycling Cans: yes
Recycling Paper: yes
Recycling Plastic Bottles: yes
Recycling Type: container
Lat/Long: 57.7674863/-7.0237747
Bicycle: yes
Description: Hebridean Way - Pointing NW, Scarista (Sgarasta) 6.5m. Pointing SW - Ferry Terminal
Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 57.7674437/-7.0233674
Shelter
Lat/Long: 57.7672766/-7.0251725
Man Made: crane
Lat/Long: 57.7666177/-7.0269262
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 57.7668546/-7.0241301
Access: customers
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 57.7668401/-7.0240206
Seamark Light Category: rear
Seamark Light Character: Oc
Seamark Light Height: 12
Seamark Light Period: 3
Seamark Light Range: 4
Seamark Name: Leverburg Ldg Lts
Seamark Type: landmark
Lat/Long: 57.7708615/-7.0339188
Seamark Light Category: front
Seamark Light Character: Q
Seamark Light Height: 10
Seamark Light Range: 4
Seamark Name: Leverburg Ldg Lts
Seamark Type: landmark
Lat/Long: 57.7704438/-7.0341226
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 57.7676039/-7.0233904
Man Made: lighthouse
Lat/Long: 57.7694632/-7.031783
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 57.7674674/-7.0248047
Operator: RNLI
Seamark Mooring Category: buoy
Seamark Mooring Colour: orange
Seamark Type: mooring
Lat/Long: 57.7668811/-7.02562
Stella and Humfrey Berkeley
Water Rescue
Emergency: water_rescue
Lifeboat: offshore
Lifeboat Class: RNLI Shannon
Operator: Royal National Lifeboat Institution
Operator Short: RNLI
Ref: 13-25
Seamark Name: Stella and Humfrey Berkeley
Seamark Radio Station Category: ais
Seamark Radio Station Mmsi: 235113733
Seamark Rescue Station Category: lifeboat_on_mooring
Seamark Type: rescue_station
Website: https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/leverburgh-lifeboat-station/leverburgh-lifeboat
Lat/Long: 57.7669119/-7.025502
Operator: RNLI
Seamark Mooring Category: buoy
Seamark Mooring Colour: orange
Seamark Type: mooring
Lat/Long: 57.7669662/-7.0253531
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.7669595/-7.0233371
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7677258/-7.0241979
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7675584/-7.0246284
Street Lamp
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Lamp Type: electric
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Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
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Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
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Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
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Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.766871/-7.0243414
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7667258/-7.0246298
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7671851/-7.0243723
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7673038/-7.0245118
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7673925/-7.0246123
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7670642/-7.0256115
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.7669211/-7.0263075
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Lat/Long: 57.766944/-7.0260245
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