Rubha Bhalairiop

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha Bhalairiop

Road north from Roghadal Sue crouches to get some foreground in her arty photo looking out to sea, while I capture the scene for Geograph. — Road north from Roghadal Credit: Richard Dorrell

Rubha Bhalairiop is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that extends out into the North Atlantic Ocean, forming a distinctive point on the coastline. With its rugged cliffs and stunning panoramic views, Rubha Bhalairiop is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The headland is characterized by its rocky terrain and dramatic cliffs that rise steeply from the sea. These cliffs, which reach heights of up to 150 meters, provide a nesting site for various seabird species, including guillemots, razorbills, and fulmars. Birdwatchers often flock to Rubha Bhalairiop to witness these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat.

In addition to its rich birdlife, Rubha Bhalairiop offers breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape. From the headland, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the North Atlantic Ocean, the nearby islands of Skye and Raasay, and the distant peaks of the Scottish Highlands. These views are particularly stunning during sunrise and sunset, when the cliffs are bathed in golden light.

Access to Rubha Bhalairiop is relatively easy, with a well-maintained path leading from the nearby village of Staffin. The headland is also part of a larger coastal walking route, which allows visitors to explore the area further. Along the path, there are interpretive signs providing information about the local wildlife and geology.

Overall, Rubha Bhalairiop is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the natural beauty of Inverness-shire. Whether it's birdwatching, hiking, or simply immersing oneself in the stunning scenery, a visit to this headland is sure to leave a lasting impression on any visitor.

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Rubha Bhalairiop Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.740245/-6.9428509 or Grid Reference NG0583. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road north from Roghadal

Sue crouches to get some foreground in her arty photo looking out to sea, while I capture the scene for Geograph.

Richard Dorrell

Roghadal harbour

The house on the right was built in 1781, and become an hotel at least as early as the 1920s. The building is currently undergoing significant restoration.

Richard Dorrell

Roghadal harbour

An odd little loop of single track road provides vehicle access from two directions.

Richard Dorrell

Roghadal

Looking north west over the wall of the churchyard.

Richard Dorrell

Derelict building, Roghadal

The building is Category B listed. There is a staircase on the front to a first floor door, while access to the ground floor is from the rear. Most recently in use for storage or as a byre, the presence of chimneys suggest that at least part of the building may at one time have been residential. See also: NG0483 : Derelict House at Roghadal.

Richard Dorrell

Roghadal

St Clement's Church stands prominently above the small settlement. View looking north west from the end of the minor road which runs the length of the east coast of Harris.

Richard Dorrell

Rodel Harbour, Harris, 1989

Nigel Thompson

Looking south towards Rodel, Harris, 1989

Nigel Thompson

Roghadal Harbour

Ralph Greig

Near Lingarabay

One of the great pleasures of a visit to Harris is driving the road along the east coast, with its vistas of impossibly rocky land.

Anne Burgess

The Bays Road

This narrow road with passing places twists and winds along the east coast of Harris between Roghadal and Tairbeart. The scar on the hill ahead is the anorthosite quarry above Lingerbay. A proposal to develop a super-quarry here led to protracted planning wrangles until it was finally turned down in 2004. See Link

for details. Anorthosite is a rock composed mainly of plagioclase feldspar with other minerals, and it appears very white. Much of the Moon is composed of anorthosite.