Àird na Mòine

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Àird na Mòine

Dun in Loch an DÃ¹nain Relatively well preserved dun close to the main road <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4092/lewis-loch-an-duin" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4092/lewis-loch-an-duin">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Dun in Loch an DÃ¹nain Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Àird na Mòine is a coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a prominent headland that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, forming a distinct point along the coast. The name Àird na Mòine translates to "Point of the Moss" in English.

This headland is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with cliffs rising steeply from the sea below. The coastline surrounding Àird na Mòine is known for its dramatic beauty, attracting nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. The headland offers breathtaking views of the surrounding ocean, making it a popular spot for visitors to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Scottish coastline.

The vegetation on Àird na Mòine consists of hardy grasses and mosses, which thrive in the coastal environment. The area is also home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, gannets, and guillemots, which nest along the cliffs.

Àird na Mòine provides excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching. There are several walking trails that lead along the headland, allowing visitors to explore the rugged coastal landscape and observe the diverse wildlife that inhabits the area.

Overall, Àird na Mòine is a stunning coastal feature in Ross-shire, offering visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of the Scottish coastline.

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Àird na Mòine Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.252332/-6.8076408 or Grid Reference NB1839. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dun in Loch an DÃ¹nain

Relatively well preserved dun close to the main road Link

Sandy Gerrard

Doune Carloway, Loch an DÃ¹in and the coast

View to the west from NB1941 : Broch at Doune Carloway past Loch an Dùin and the edge of the village, towards the coast.

David Dixon

View from Dun Carloway Broch - Loch an DÃ¹in

Looking south from NB1941 : Broch at Doune Carloway.

David Dixon

Doune Braes Hotel

David Dixon

Loch an DÃ¹nain

David Dixon

Isle of Lewis, Loch an DÃ¹nain

David Dixon

View towards Tolsta Chaolais

David Dixon

Lazy beds below Cnoc Buaile Fang, Isle of Lewis

Claire Pegrum

Dun Charlabhaigh

David Brown

Loch a' Bhaile

Loch a' Bhaile & Tolastadh a' Chaolais beyond.

Vanhercke Christiaan

Tolstachaolais: the post office

While many post offices have a buzzer which sounds as the door opens, the postmistress here is alerted to the arrival of customers by the loud bark of the dog tethered to the outside wall.

Chris Downer

Tolstachaolais: Loch aâ Bhaile

Looking down this loch from its northern end, with the main part of the village visible far right.

Chris Downer

Islands in Loch a' Bhaile

Viewed from the loop road into Tolastadh a' Chaolais from the A858, the main [only] road from Barabhas.

M J Richardson

DÃ¹n in Loch an DÃ¹nain

One of many such small forts in the Hebrides, about 2000 years old and often on islands in lochans. This one is by the road [A858] between Dùn Chàrlabhaigh and Siadar. Apparently the climate was milder in those days, and I'm glad for them - it was cold, wet and windy when I was there in late-May.

M J Richardson