Aird a Bhaile Mhòire

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Aird a Bhaile Mhòire

Loch Caroy Today, there is just the slightest dusting of snow on the distant Cuillin Hills. — Loch Caroy Credit: Richard Dorrell

Aird a Bhaile Mhòire is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is commonly referred to as a headland or point due to its geographical structure. Situated on the western coast of Scotland, Aird a Bhaile Mhòire offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the North Atlantic Ocean.

The headland is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, making it a distinctive landmark in the area. It is composed of ancient rock formations that have been shaped by millions of years of erosion from the crashing waves of the ocean. These formations create a dramatic and picturesque scenery that attracts both locals and tourists alike.

The area is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and occasionally dolphins, which can be spotted in the waters surrounding the headland. This makes Aird a Bhaile Mhòire a popular destination for birdwatching and nature enthusiasts.

Access to Aird a Bhaile Mhòire is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading visitors to the headland. The path offers stunning panoramic views of the coastline and the nearby town of Inverness. Additionally, there are several benches strategically placed along the way, providing visitors with the opportunity to rest and fully appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Aird a Bhaile Mhòire is a captivating coastal feature in Inverness-shire that showcases the raw power of nature and offers visitors a unique and memorable experience.

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Aird a Bhaile Mhòire Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.376246/-6.5156155 or Grid Reference NG2840. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch Caroy

Today, there is just the slightest dusting of snow on the distant Cuillin Hills.

Richard Dorrell

Sheep resting above Crossnish Point

A nearby sign warns to 'beware of the bull', but the only livestock here today are these placid-looking sheep. The water is Lach Caroy. The distant Cuillin hills are almost completely obscured by smoke rising from the annual muir burn, when dead grasses and heather are burned off to encourage fresh new growth.

Richard Dorrell

Long-gone buildings

Lumps in the grass are all that now remain of what were once at least two buildings and a wall. Much of the Harlosh peninsula is still valuable grazing land, and still in use as such, though not as many people are working the land today as was the case in the past. There are ruins everywhere, some dating back many hundreds of years.

Richard Dorrell

Road towards Harlosh

This seldom-used road runs through grazing land, and follows the western shore of Loch Caroy.

Richard Dorrell

Feorlig Farm

The farmhouse (largely hidden by the trees on the left) was built about eight years ago after the former house, on the same site, was destroyed by fire.

Richard Dorrell

Rear of Harlosh House

Originally built as a residential property, the house has been a school and a youth hostel before becoming an hotel. This view shows something of the ugly flat-roofed rear extension. The building has now stood empty for several years, and although the roof still looks to be sound, it must be suffering from damp internally. View from the road: NG2941 : Former hotel, Balmore.

Richard Dorrell

Extending a cottage

My personal view is that it is far preferable to restore and if necessary, extend an existing property rather than build a new one. Here, the owner is well on the way to completing a large extension on this cottage in Dunanellerich. The entrance in the foreground leads to what I believe is a new building plot.

Richard Dorrell

Modern houses in Dunanellerich

These properties have an extensive view to the west over the mouth of Loch Vatten. The log pile in the foreground will have been delivered from a nearby forest. Much work later, the logs will have been sliced by chain-saw, and then split into smaller chunks suitable for burning on a stove. There's enough timber there to keep a stove going for several winters.

Richard Dorrell

Cottage and Loch Vatten

Not a lot has changed since I last photographed here in November 2009. See: NG2842 : Cottage and Loch Vatten.

Richard Dorrell

Young trees, Altavaid

By Harlosh, Skye.

Richard Webb

Harlois / Harlosh

Bus stop where the loop road bears left. Mid afternoon and it really was this dull.

Richard Webb

Camus BÃ n, Harlois

On Loch Vatten.

Richard Webb

Grazings, Ardmore

The end of the peninsula, with Harlosh Island beyond.

Richard Webb

Harlois to Feorlaig road

The loop road on the east side of the peninsula. The mapped hotel, Harlosh House is now a private dwelling.

Richard Webb

Building remains, Crossnish Point

Unusually, the Highland Historic Environment Record has no entry for the ruins at Crossnish Point, and yet there are remains of at least eight buildings here, probably dating from two different periods. This image shows what appear to be the older remains, as very few of the stones which once formed the walls are now visible. There were three structures in this group, all approximately the same size, and about the right shape and size to have been dwellings.

Richard Dorrell

Ruins at Crossnish Point

Unusually, the Highland Historic Environment Record has no entry for the ruins at Crossnish Point, and yet there are remains of at least eight buildings here, probably dating from two different periods. This image attempts to show part of three rectangular building footprints - all about the same size, and the right shape and size to have been dwellings - though they are unusually close to each other. There are two smaller squarer footprints in the group. Same ruins, different angle: NG2941 : Ruins at Crossnish Point.

Richard Dorrell

Ruins at Crossnish Point

Unusually, the Highland Historic Environment Record has no entry for the ruins at Crossnish Point, and yet there are remains of at least eight buildings here, probably dating from two different periods. This image looks west over footprints of part of the group of five structures, three of which are the right shape and size to have been dwellings. Same ruins, different angle: NG2941 : Ruins at Crossnish Point.

Richard Dorrell

Looking over Crossnish Point

A view from the Harlosh loop road, with Loch Caroy in the foreground and the Cuillin Hills on the horizon. A similar view, taken at a different time of year, has been submitted by John Allan: NG2941 : Shoreline at Crossnish.

Richard Dorrell

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Aird a Bhaile Mhòire is located at Grid Ref: NG2840 (Lat: 57.376246, Lng: -6.5156155)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands