Uiginish Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Uiginish Point

War Memorial and Duirinish Stone at Dunvegan Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Uiginish Point is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated on the northwest coast of the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, which juts out into the Atlantic Ocean. This headland, also known as a point, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts.

The geography of Uiginish Point is characterized by rocky cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea. These cliffs, which reach heights of up to 100 meters, provide a stunning backdrop to the rugged coastline. The area is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including seabirds, seals, and occasionally dolphins.

Visitors to Uiginish Point can enjoy a variety of activities. The headland offers several walking trails that meander along the cliff edge, providing panoramic views of the ocean and nearby islands. It is also a fantastic spot for birdwatching, with numerous species of seabirds nesting in the area.

In addition to its natural beauty, Uiginish Point has historical significance. The ruins of an Iron Age fort can be found on the headland, serving as a reminder of the area's ancient past. The fort offers a glimpse into the lives of the people who once inhabited this remote corner of Scotland.

Overall, Uiginish Point is a must-visit destination for those seeking natural beauty, tranquility, and a touch of history. Its stunning cliffs, diverse wildlife, and historical landmarks make it a truly unique coastal feature in Inverness-shire.

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Uiginish Point Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.445724/-6.6079899 or Grid Reference NG2348. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

War Memorial and Duirinish Stone at Dunvegan

Sandy Gerrard

Loch Dunvegan

A view across the sea loch from Colbost on a June evening. Dunvegan Castle in NG2449 is prominent on the eastern shore.

Tiger

Looking along the coast towards Dunvegan Castle, Skye, 1988

Nigel Thompson

Ruined Blackhouse Settlement

Sandy Gerrard

Dunvegan Castle/Caisteal DhÃ¹n Bheagain

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Sandy Gerrard

Loch from Dunvegan Castle

The castle provides opportunities for trips to see seals.

David M Clark

A sunny day view of a ruined shieling amidst a sea of bracken

Mick Garratt

TrÃ igh Bheag, the 'little beach' that hides its sands

Mick Garratt

Dun Totaig â a mass of tumbled stone and an invasion of bracken

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Mick Garratt

Looking down on Dunvegan from Druim na Creige

Mick Garratt

A850 at Dunvegan

Mick Garratt

Drochaid Peigi Siosalaiche (1)

Peggy Chisholm's Bridge carries the B884 Glendale road over the Brunigill Burn near its outflow into Loch Erghallan, just south of the township of Skinidin (Sgianaidin). In the early 20th century Peggy lived in a house near the bridge, of which no traces remain. The parapets have frequently had to be rebuilt following impacts by vehicles on the narrow road. The Ordnance Survey Name Books of 1876-8 record Brunigill as the name "applied to a house one Storey high thatched and in ordinary repair Situated about ½ mile to the South-east of Skinidin Property of McLeod of Mcleod"; this may have been Peggy's home. Alexander Forbes in his 1923 work on the place names of Skye derives the name from the Norse "Brunnr" indicating a ravine. This image shows the downstream side of the bridge. For the view from upstream see NG2247 : Drochaid Peigi Siosalaiche (2).

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Drochaid Peigi Siosalaiche (2)

Peggy Chisholm's Bridge carries the B884 Glendale road over the Brunigill Burn near its outflow into Loch Erghallan, just south of the township of Skinidin (Sgianaidin). In the early 20th century Peggy lived in a house near the bridge, of which no traces remain. The parapets have frequently had to be rebuilt following impacts by vehicles on the narrow road. The Ordnance Survey Name Books of 1876-8 record Brunigill as the name "applied to a house one Storey high thatched and in ordinary repair Situated about ½ mile to the South-east of Skinidin Property of McLeod of Mcleod"; this may have been Peggy's home. Alexander Forbes in his 1923 work on the place names of Skye derives the name from the Norse "Brunnr" indicating a ravine. This image shows the view from upstream. For downstream side of the bridge see NG2247 : Drochaid Peigi Siosalaiche (1).

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Highland Cattle at Loch Dunvegan

Taken from the Claigan road North of Dunvegan Castle. View over blooming meadows to Fiadhairt peninsula with the open Loch beyond. Across Loch Dunvegan lie the hamlets Uig, Borreraig and Galtrigill with Ben Skriaig and Biod an Athair rising behind them.

Hilmar Ilgenfritz

Dam across Loch Suardal

Constructed of stone and earth infill, just north of Dunvegan Castle/Caisteal Dhun Bhegan.

M J Richardson

Reeds in Loch Suardal

Looking south at the part of the loch below the dam, and what is presumably the lower dam, marked on the map at the normal tide line, can be seen at the narrow point.

M J Richardson

Reeds by Loch Suardal

A large patch abounding with warblers and other bird song, on the lower side of the dam. Macleod's Table North/Healabhal Mhòr is the peak in cloud in the distance.

M J Richardson

Rainbow over Fiadhairt

A low afternoon rainbow is seen over Fiadhairt across Loch Dunvegan from Colbost. The islands in the foreground are the Eilean Glas and Eilean Dubh Beag.

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Uiginish Point is located at Grid Ref: NG2348 (Lat: 57.445724, Lng: -6.6079899)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands