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Loch an Fheoir

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Ross-shire

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Loch an Fheoir

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.
Great Bernera bridges Credit: Catherine Morgan

Loch an Fheoir is a picturesque freshwater loch located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the stunning Highland landscape, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and visitors seeking tranquility.

Covering an area of approximately 10 hectares, Loch an Fheoir is a relatively small body of water. It is situated at an elevation of around 200 meters above sea level, giving it a certain charm and sense of serenity. The loch is surrounded by rolling hills and dense vegetation, providing a stunning backdrop for its crystal-clear waters.

The loch is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. The surrounding marshes and wetlands provide a perfect habitat for a variety of bird species, such as ducks, herons, and geese. Birdwatchers can often spot these feathered creatures gracefully gliding across the water's surface or nesting in the surrounding vegetation.

The loch offers fishing opportunities for angling enthusiasts, with brown trout being the primary catch. Fishing permits are available, allowing visitors to enjoy a relaxing day by the water while trying their luck at catching these prized fish.

For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, Loch an Fheoir is a great spot for picnicking or simply taking a peaceful stroll along its shores. The tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking scenery make it an ideal spot for unwinding and reconnecting with nature.

Overall, Loch an Fheoir is a hidden gem in Ross-shire, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities. Whether you are an avid angler, a birdwatching enthusiast, or simply seeking a serene escape, this loch is sure to captivate your senses and leave you with lasting memories.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.217241/-6.8045387 or Grid Reference NB1735. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.
Great Bernera bridges
The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.
Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.
Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha
Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost
One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost
Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
"The Bridge Across the Atlantic" Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
"The Bridge Across the Atlantic"
Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge. LinkExternal link
Bernera Bridge Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Bernera Bridge
Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh
Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge. LinkExternal link
Lewisian Gneiss Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Lewisian Gneiss
Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world. LinkExternal link
Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.
Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge
Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.
Cleitir Stone Circle Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.
Cleitir Stone Circle
Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.
View towards Circebost Pier
View towards Circebost Pier
Bernera Bridge
Bernera Bridge
Standing stones by Bernera Bridge
Standing stones by Bernera Bridge
Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.
Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house
This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.
Great Bernera Road Bridge Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit). I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.
Great Bernera Road Bridge
Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit). I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.
Callanish X
Callanish X
Great Bernera Road Bridge The road south hugged the shore in 1975. Now it blasts straight ahead.
Great Bernera Road Bridge
The road south hugged the shore in 1975. Now it blasts straight ahead.
Standing Stones look over Sruth Iarsiadar The name in this case means the current at Iarsiadar. It's a narrow tidal channel between Great Bernera and the rest of Lewis.
Standing Stones look over Sruth Iarsiadar
The name in this case means the current at Iarsiadar. It's a narrow tidal channel between Great Bernera and the rest of Lewis.
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Loch an Fheoir is located at Grid Ref: NB1735 (Lat: 58.217241, Lng: -6.8045387)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///silence.ditching.loitering. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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