Sròn Ardhasaig

Landscape Feature in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Sròn Ardhasaig

Long abandoned whaling station at Bunavoneader Viewed from across the water, with the bulk of Mònan rising beyond.

Whaling Station, 1904 Gaunt remains of a long-defunct industry, with a lone, tapering red brick chimney rising from the foundations of the boiling house/desiccator. Little else but the carcass ramp survives. Founded by Norwegian Karl Herlofsen, the factory was acquired by Lever Bros in 1922 when the market was declining, but was abandoned by them in 1929, a financial failure. Leverhulme never pursued his bizarre notion of turning whale meat into tinned sausages for Africans. The whaling station finally closed in 1951.

Taken from &quot;Western Seaboard: An Illustrated Architectural Guide&quot;, by Mary Miers, 2008. Published by the Rutland Press. — Long abandoned whaling station at Bunavoneader Credit: Richard Dorrell

Sròn Ardhasaig is a prominent landscape feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a distinctive hill that rises to an elevation of approximately 300 meters above sea level. The hill is situated in a rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside.

The terrain of Sròn Ardhasaig is characterized by its steep slopes and rocky outcrops. Its summit offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby lochs and mountains. The hill is covered in a variety of vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered trees.

The geological composition of Sròn Ardhasaig consists mainly of metamorphic rocks, such as gneiss and schist, which have been shaped by millions of years of geological processes. These rocks give the hill its rugged and distinctive appearance.

The hill is also known for its rich biodiversity. It is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species. The hill provides a habitat for these species, as well as offering opportunities for recreational activities such as hiking and birdwatching.

The local community has recognized the importance of preserving the natural beauty and ecological significance of Sròn Ardhasaig. Efforts have been made to protect the hill and its surrounding environment from development and other forms of disruption. As a result, Sròn Ardhasaig remains a pristine landscape feature that attracts visitors from near and far who are seeking to experience the beauty and tranquility of the Scottish Highlands.

Show me another place!

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

Sròn Ardhasaig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.923053/-6.8400776 or Grid Reference NB1302. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Long abandoned whaling station at Bunavoneader

Viewed from across the water, with the bulk of Mònan rising beyond. Whaling Station, 1904 Gaunt remains of a long-defunct industry, with a lone, tapering red brick chimney rising from the foundations of the boiling house/desiccator. Little else but the carcass ramp survives. Founded by Norwegian Karl Herlofsen, the factory was acquired by Lever Bros in 1922 when the market was declining, but was abandoned by them in 1929, a financial failure. Leverhulme never pursued his bizarre notion of turning whale meat into tinned sausages for Africans. The whaling station finally closed in 1951. Taken from "Western Seaboard: An Illustrated Architectural Guide", by Mary Miers, 2008. Published by the Rutland Press.

Richard Dorrell

Hydro-electric Power Station at Bun Abhainn Eadarra

The nearby whaling station is visible in the background.

Sandy Gerrard

Abhainn Eadarra after heavy rain

Sandy Gerrard

Ceann an Ora

A row of modern houses dwarfed by Sròn a' Sgaoth rising above.

Anne Burgess

By Ãird Asaig

Looking towards Beinn Dhubh which is swathed in a rainstorm.

John Lucas

Skirting Ãird Bun Abhainn Eadarra

Beside Loch Bun Abhainn Eadarra.

John Lucas

Road junction at Ãird Asaig/Ardhasaig

The appropriately named 'Roadside Cottage' on the right, with Mulla bho Dheas partially obscured by cloud.

John Lucas

A view towards Ãird Asaig/Ardhasaig

Looking across Loch Bun Abhainn Eadarra.

John Lucas

Glacial erratic by the B887

The road to Hushinish from Tarbert.

M J Richardson

Looking east from Ãird Bun Abhainn Eadarra

With Sgaoth Iosal beyond and Loch Bun Abhainn Eadarra below to the right.

M J Richardson

The A859 on Harris

Looking north to the bridges [old and new] over Abhainn Ceann an Ora and, on the left, the entrance to a quarry.

M J Richardson

The cliffs of Geodhan Dubh

The northern aspect of Gillaval Dubh, seen from the A859 looking south.

M J Richardson

Loch Bun Abhainn Eadarra

Looking southwest from above Gob an Sgurr to Beinn Dubh.

M J Richardson

Rough grazing at Bun Abhainn Eadarra

With electricity transmission poles; these seem to be replacements for those seen in Google Earth imagery of 2009.

M J Richardson

Houses at Bun Abhainn Eadarra

On a rough hillside. The road is the B887, ending at Huisinis.

M J Richardson

Remains of whaling station at Bun Abhainn Eadarra

Apart from the chimney, not much now remains of the whaling station on Loch Bun Abhainn Eadarra, near Ardhasaig.

M J Richardson

Old whaling station remains

At Bun Abhainn Eadarra; little remains apart from the chimney NB1303 : Remains of whaling station at Bun Abhainn Eadarra and concrete bases of buildings.

M J Richardson

The B887 at Loch Bun Abhainn Eadarra

Looking north, to the road end at Huisinis, about 20km further on. The hill is possibly Uisgneabhal Mòr, west of the main North Harris summit of An Cliseam.

M J Richardson

Show me another place!

Sròn Ardhasaig is located at Grid Ref: NB1302 (Lat: 57.923053, Lng: -6.8400776)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands