Àird Iarsiadair

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Àird Iarsiadair

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge. — Great Bernera bridges Credit: Catherine Morgan

Àird Iarsiadair is a picturesque coastal headland located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the western coast of the Scottish Highlands, it is known for its breathtaking natural beauty and dramatic cliffs that overlook the North Atlantic Ocean.

The headland is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep slopes covered in lush green vegetation. It is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts who are drawn to its stunning coastal views and diverse wildlife. The cliffs provide a nesting ground for seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

At the tip of Àird Iarsiadair, there is a prominent rocky outcrop that juts out into the sea, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding coastline. This point is a popular spot for visitors to take in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and the Atlantic Ocean. On clear days, it is possible to see the Outer Hebrides in the distance.

The headland also has historical significance, with evidence of ancient settlements and a Neolithic burial site in the vicinity. Archaeological research has revealed artifacts from different periods, providing valuable insights into the region's past.

Overall, Àird Iarsiadair is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the raw beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Its stunning cliffs, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a true Scottish coastal experience.

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Àird Iarsiadair Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.201797/-6.8368353 or Grid Reference NB1533. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Bernera bridges

The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.

Catherine Morgan

Postbox at Crulivig

HS2 91. Royal Mail list this box as 'Crulivig'.

David Bremner

Postbox on Great Bernera

HS2 88. Royal Mail list this box as 'Shore'.

David Bremner

"The Bridge Across the Atlantic"

Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Bernera Bridge

Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh

Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Lewisian Gneiss

Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world. Link

Colin Smith

Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge

Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.

Colin Smith

Cleitir Stone Circle

Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.

Colin Smith

Telephone Box at Crulabhig

Probably it's only the sheep that get calls here?

Jo and Steve Turner

Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Standing stones by Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house

This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.

Chris Downer

Crulivig: the telephone box

Pictured during heavy rain, this phone box has Hebridean doors, to keep the wind at bay.

Chris Downer

Crulivig: postbox № HS2 91

This postbox stands on the opposite side of the road to NB1733 : Crulivig: the telephone box. It is emptied each morning except Sunday at a quarter to nine.

Chris Downer

Great Bernera Road Bridge

Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit). I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.

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