Loch Roisgeil

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

Scotland

Loch Roisgeil

Water Works at the lochside Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches — Water Works at the lochside Credit: Ralph Greig

Loch Roisgeil is a picturesque freshwater loch located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated in the northern part of the country, it is nestled amidst the stunning landscape of the Scottish Highlands. The loch is known for its tranquil and serene atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Covering an area of approximately 150 acres, Loch Roisgeil is surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, providing a breathtaking backdrop to its crystal-clear waters. The loch is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of waterfowl, fish, and aquatic plants.

The loch is also an important habitat for numerous bird species, serving as a nesting ground and a stopover point during migration. It provides a valuable feeding area for birds such as the common sandpiper, tufted duck, and great crested grebe.

For visitors seeking recreational activities, Loch Roisgeil offers excellent opportunities for fishing. Anglers can try their luck at catching brown trout, which are abundant in the loch. The tranquil surroundings make it an ideal spot for a peaceful day of fishing.

In addition to its natural beauty, Loch Roisgeil is steeped in history and folklore. Local legends tell tales of mythical creatures inhabiting the depths of the loch, adding an air of mystery and intrigue to the already enchanting location.

Overall, Loch Roisgeil is a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature's beauty. Its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and rich history make it a must-visit destination for any nature enthusiast or history buff.

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Loch Roisgeil Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.154514/-6.4357337 or Grid Reference NB3926. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Water Works at the lochside

Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

Ralph Greig

Loch Grimshader

Ordnance survey maps show two Loch Grimshaders! One is the sea loch as shown on NB3925; the second is this small freshwater loch in the village of Grimshader. It seems likely that the ordnance survey got it wrong many years ago when it first named the sea loch as Loch Grimshader. Its name was originally Loch Hurnavay. This freshwater loch has a small island in it. Although I have found no archaeological reference to it, I suspect that the island is possibly a crannog, as it has a sunken overgrown interior within a ring of large stones and boulders. The loch is good for brown trout and eels. The village, Grimshader, takes its name from the Norse, and means Grim's summer pasture.

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Grimshader's 'Peat Road'

This track is used by local crofters to reach their flocks grazing on the open moorland, and by some villagers who cut peat for fuel.

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Peat Cuttings, Bog Cotton and Water Tower

The peat cuttings just right of centre in this photograph were, until recently, worked by Torcuil MacRath (Torquil MacRae), a Gaelic poet and author of some distinction who died late in 2006. A wonderful character and a good neighbour, it was our privilege and pleasure to count him as a friend during the few years my family and I have lived here. I now work these peat cuttings myself. While much of the UK has suffered a wet spring and summer in 2007, the weather on the Isle of Lewis has been relatively dry. Perhaps this accounts for the fine crop of bog cotton seen on the moorland this year. On the horizon is a water tower, no longer used.

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Wrecked car at end of the peat road

This car graces the far end of Grimshaders peat road. Although the tyres appear in good order, it is probable that the vehicle would fail its MoT on other counts.

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Loch Beinn Bhreac

This loch is unusual in that no streams run into it, and no (surface) streams run out of it, as it is drained by an underground stream running through the peat. It is not believed to contain any fish.

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Loch Orasaigh

Freshwater loch set in rough moorland south of Stornoway. The hills of Harris are on the skyline.

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Loch Orasaigh from Druim Linuisg

Freshwater loch set in heather moorland. Three wind turbines and the waterworks buildings bring a bit of human life to the scene.

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Arnish Moor: Loch Orasaigh in silhouette

The evening sunlight reflects off the surface of Loch Orasaigh as we look across the northern side of Eilean Mòr, the island in the middle of the loch.

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Boats at Loch Griomsiadair

Fishing boats drawn up behind Buaile Mhor near the crofting settlement of Ranais, Isle of Lewis

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Waterworks by Loch Orasaigh

I assume this to be a waterworks or water pumping station on the shore of Loch Orasaigh.

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Loch Orasaigh and Eilean Mor

Loch Orasaigh and Eilean Mor (Big Island). The mountains of Harris are on the horizon.

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Unclassified road to Grimshader

At Roisgeil house this unclassified road leading to the village of Grimshader splits from the B897. The houses at the north-westernmost end of Grimshader (marked on the map as Ceann Hurnavay) can be seen in the distance (in NB3926), and to their left, on the skyline, is an obsolete watertower (in NB4026).

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