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The Machars

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Wigtownshire

Scotland

The Machars

Ewe and triplets? Beside Laigh Glenling.
Ewe and triplets? Credit: Russel Wills

The Machars is a prominent coastal feature located in Wigtownshire, Scotland. It is a peninsula that juts out into the Irish Sea, forming a distinctive headland along the southwestern coast of the country. The Machars is known for its rugged coastline, dramatic cliffs, and stunning views of the surrounding sea.

The area is characterized by its diverse ecosystem, with a variety of habitats including rocky shores, sandy beaches, and grassy cliffs. The Machars is home to a wide range of flora and fauna, including seabirds, marine mammals, and rare plant species.

The headland is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Visitors can explore the rugged coastline, discover hidden coves, and enjoy panoramic views of the sea. The Machars is also a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, further highlighting its importance as a unique and valuable coastal feature.

Overall, The Machars is a stunning and diverse headland that showcases the natural beauty of Scotland's coastline. Its rugged terrain, rich biodiversity, and scenic views make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers.

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The Machars Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.837928/-4.5765037 or Grid Reference NX3452. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ewe and triplets? Beside Laigh Glenling.
Ewe and triplets?
Beside Laigh Glenling.
Junction for Mochrum and Port William In the Machars.
Junction for Mochrum and Port William
In the Machars.
Clear felled forest Near Culmalzie.
Clear felled forest
Near Culmalzie.
Approaching Culmalzie In The Machars.
Approaching Culmalzie
In The Machars.
By the lane that leads to Crailloch
By the lane that leads to Crailloch
Cancelled Benchmark A cancelled Ordnance Survey cut mark in a wall near Airriequhillart Farm.
Cancelled Benchmark
A cancelled Ordnance Survey cut mark in a wall near Airriequhillart Farm.
Power Line Across the fields near Airriequhillart Farm.
Power Line
Across the fields near Airriequhillart Farm.
Former World War 2 Observation Tower Connected with the wartime practice bombing range on nearby Flow of Airriequhillart.
Former World War 2 Observation Tower
Connected with the wartime practice bombing range on nearby Flow of Airriequhillart.
Airriequhillart View across this rough grazing land to a fire break in the forest.
Airriequhillart
View across this rough grazing land to a fire break in the forest.
Airriequhillart View across to the Flow of Airriequhillart on the horizon.
Airriequhillart
View across to the Flow of Airriequhillart on the horizon.
Mochrum Telephone Exchange This rural telephone exchange can be found at the side of the B7005.
Mochrum Telephone Exchange
This rural telephone exchange can be found at the side of the B7005.
Sheepfold This stone sheepfold is on rough grazing land due south of Mochrum Telephone Exchange. The line of a stane wall from the exchange takes you to this point.
Sheepfold
This stone sheepfold is on rough grazing land due south of Mochrum Telephone Exchange. The line of a stane wall from the exchange takes you to this point.
Airriequhillart Farm View past this sheepfold marked on OS Mapping to the farm.
Airriequhillart Farm
View past this sheepfold marked on OS Mapping to the farm.
Stane Wall and Tree The stane wall to the left runs north west in this direction and ends at the Mochrum Telephone Exchange by the B7005. The land to the right was being used to graze sheep when I visited. Left of centre on the horizon is a stane sheepfold <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2695133">NX3552 : Airriequhillart Farm</a>.
Stane Wall and Tree
The stane wall to the left runs north west in this direction and ends at the Mochrum Telephone Exchange by the B7005. The land to the right was being used to graze sheep when I visited. Left of centre on the horizon is a stane sheepfold NX3552 : Airriequhillart Farm.
Airriequhillart OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is north towards the B7005 with Airriequhillart Forest on the horizon.
Airriequhillart
OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is north towards the B7005 with Airriequhillart Forest on the horizon.
Airriequhillart OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is east through Airriequhillart Forest in the direction of Airlies Farm.
Airriequhillart
OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is east through Airriequhillart Forest in the direction of Airlies Farm.
Something Old, Something New OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is south towards Gunion Hill and the Flow of Airriequhillart which has the oldest trees in the forest. Moving closer to the camera recently planted trees can be seen as well as very young saplings still protected from the elements and wildlife.
Something Old, Something New
OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is south towards Gunion Hill and the Flow of Airriequhillart which has the oldest trees in the forest. Moving closer to the camera recently planted trees can be seen as well as very young saplings still protected from the elements and wildlife.
Airriequhillart OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is west towards the Flow of Airriequhillart.
Airriequhillart
OS Mapping suggests this shot is taken from the forest with no clear picture in any direction. As is clear, the forest has been harvested and I'm standing on the top of the remains of a large tree on a rocky outcrop which was the best vantage point. The view here is west towards the Flow of Airriequhillart.
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The Machars is located at Grid Ref: NX3452 (Lat: 54.837928, Lng: -4.5765037)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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