Àird-Dhubh

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Àird-Dhubh

Row of Cottages Ardban
Row of Cottages Ardban Credit: Tom Richardson

Àird-Dhubh is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the western coast, it is primarily known for its stunning headland and point that overlook the North Atlantic Ocean. The name Àird-Dhubh translates to "black promontory" in English, which may refer to the dark cliffs that dominate the landscape.

The headland of Àird-Dhubh is characterized by its rugged and dramatic cliffs, which stand tall against the crashing waves below. These cliffs provide a majestic backdrop to the surrounding area and offer stunning panoramic views of the ocean. The point extends further out into the sea, forming a natural barrier against the relentless tides.

The coastal area surrounding Àird-Dhubh is rich in biodiversity, with a diverse range of plant and animal species calling it home. Seabirds such as gannets, puffins, and guillemots can often be spotted nesting on the cliffs, adding to the allure of the location. The waters around Àird-Dhubh are also known for their abundance of marine life, including seals and dolphins.

Visitors to Àird-Dhubh can enjoy various outdoor activities, such as hiking along the cliff-top paths, bird watching, and photography. The area offers a tranquil and picturesque setting, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Overall, Àird-Dhubh in Ross-shire is a captivating coastal feature renowned for its striking headland, breathtaking cliffs, and diverse wildlife.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Àird-Dhubh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.397843/-5.8177954 or Grid Reference NG7040. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Row of Cottages Ardban
Row of Cottages Ardban
Houses at Ardban
Houses at Ardban
Coastline near Ardban, Ross and Cromarty Looking towards the Isle of Raasay.
Coastline near Ardban, Ross and Cromarty
Looking towards the Isle of Raasay.
Rock shelter, Ardban, Ross and Cromarty Historic Environment Scotland describes a rock shelter as, "the area beneath a natural overhang at the base of a cliff or crag. This may have been used for occupation, burial, etc".  This shelter was recorded during the Scotland's First Settlers Project: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/157931/ardban" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/157931/ardban">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>.
Rock shelter, Ardban, Ross and Cromarty
Historic Environment Scotland describes a rock shelter as, "the area beneath a natural overhang at the base of a cliff or crag. This may have been used for occupation, burial, etc". This shelter was recorded during the Scotland's First Settlers Project: LinkExternal link.
Ardban Two isolated houses on the coast with no road access. The only way to get to these houses is by boat or a well defined footpath from the Ard Dubh road. I presume they are used as holiday lets today. Grassland around houses grazed by sheep. Nearby beach in foreground of photo made up of shells.
Ardban
Two isolated houses on the coast with no road access. The only way to get to these houses is by boat or a well defined footpath from the Ard Dubh road. I presume they are used as holiday lets today. Grassland around houses grazed by sheep. Nearby beach in foreground of photo made up of shells.
Eilean na Ba (Island of the Cattle) The smaller island on the left. Managed to land on this when I canoed up the coast later on. No cattle spotted on it but seals, wild otters & many seabirds featured on the trip.
Eilean na Ba (Island of the Cattle)
The smaller island on the left. Managed to land on this when I canoed up the coast later on. No cattle spotted on it but seals, wild otters & many seabirds featured on the trip.
Shore at Ardban
Shore at Ardban
Low tide at An Ruadh-eilean
Low tide at An Ruadh-eilean
Beach at An Ruadh-eilean
Beach at An Ruadh-eilean
View of Ardban
View of Ardban
Rocks north of Ardban The headland of Ardban is exposed at low tide.  The mountains of Skye are shrouded in mist in the distance.
Rocks north of Ardban
The headland of Ardban is exposed at low tide. The mountains of Skye are shrouded in mist in the distance.
Damp grazing north of Toscaig The hill behind marks the western edge of a vast area of lochan-strewn moorland which stretches towards the Bealach na Ba road.
Damp grazing north of Toscaig
The hill behind marks the western edge of a vast area of lochan-strewn moorland which stretches towards the Bealach na Ba road.
Triangulation pillar, Carn Donnachaidh, Ross and Cromarty Looking towards Skye.

The pillar is the cylindrical "Vanessa" type.
Triangulation pillar, Carn Donnachaidh, Ross and Cromarty
Looking towards Skye. The pillar is the cylindrical "Vanessa" type.
Rock shelter, Coille Ghillidh, Ross and Cromarty Historic Environment Scotland describes a rock shelter as, "the area beneath a natural overhang at the base of a cliff or crag. This may have been used for occupation, burial, etc". This shelter was recorded during the Scotland's First Settlers Project: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/317869/coilliegillie" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/317869/coilliegillie">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>.
Rock shelter, Coille Ghillidh, Ross and Cromarty
Historic Environment Scotland describes a rock shelter as, "the area beneath a natural overhang at the base of a cliff or crag. This may have been used for occupation, burial, etc". This shelter was recorded during the Scotland's First Settlers Project: LinkExternal link.
Marshy area, Toscaig
Marshy area, Toscaig
Distinctive rocky re-entrant
Distinctive rocky re-entrant
Poll Domhain Well off the beaten track.
Poll Domhain
Well off the beaten track.
Track to Ardban The settlement of Ardban is approx. a kilometre southwest.
Track to Ardban
The settlement of Ardban is approx. a kilometre southwest.
Show me another place!

Àird-Dhubh is located at Grid Ref: NG7040 (Lat: 57.397843, Lng: -5.8177954)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///drifters.surveyed.encodes. Near Kyleakin, Highland

Related Wikis

Culduie

Culduie (Scottish Gaelic: Cùil Duibh) is a small hamlet, located on the southwest corner on Applecross peninsula, which is south of Applecross Village...

Camusterrach

Camusterrach (Scottish Gaelic: Camas Tearach) is a remote hamlet, situated on the west coast of Scotland, on the Applecross peninsula, in Strathcarron...

Camusteel

Camusteel (Scottish Gaelic: Camas Teile) is a remote crofting and former fishing village in the Applecross peninsula, located less than 1 mile directly...

Toscaig

Toscaig (Scottish Gaelic: Toghsgaig) is a small, remote village, at the southern end of the Applecross peninsula, in Wester Ross in the Highlands of Scotland...

Applecross

Applecross (Scottish Gaelic: A' Chomraich) is a peninsula north-west of Kyle of Lochalsh in the council area of Highland, Scotland. The name Applecross...

Applecross Bay

Applecross Bay is large remote tidal coastal embayment, located next to the small fishing village of Applecross and is on the west coast of the Applecross...

Crowlin Islands

The Crowlin Islands (Scottish Gaelic: Na h-Eileanan Cròlainneach) are a group of uninhabited islands in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. They lie between...

Bealach na Bà

Bealach na Bà (pronounced [bjaLəx na baː]) is a winding single track road through the mountains of the Applecross peninsula, in Wester Ross in the Scottish...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.397843,-5.8177954
Barrier: cattle_grid
Created By: Merkaartor 0.13
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.3968263/-5.8153187
Leisure: slipway
Seamark Information: by car
Seamark Small Craft Facility Category: slipway
Seamark Type: small_craft_facility
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.3978697/-5.8133408
Ard Dhubh
Created By: Merkaartor 0.13
Place: hamlet
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.4000981/-5.8192562
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.4000866/-5.8195182
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3996616/-5.8191021
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3991074/-5.8184185
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3984924/-5.8176838
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3977291/-5.8169693
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3967924/-5.8161062
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3961423/-5.815472
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3954106/-5.8148348
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3948055/-5.8142594
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.3939937/-5.8134737
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Àird-Dhubh?

Leave your review of Àird-Dhubh below (or comments, questions and feedback).