Àird Oscaro

Landscape Feature in Ross-shire

Scotland

Àird Oscaro

Roineval [Ròineabhal] Via A859 and Slèiteachal Mhòr with Jonathan de Ferranti, Jim Bloomer and Mat Webster. A conspicuous and locally steep summit plus no paths at all. Summit shelter contains remains of trig point.


Name: Roineval [Ròineabhal]
Hill number: 1576
Height: 281m / 922ft
Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
Class: Ma
Grid ref: NB 23300 21211
Summit feature: shelter on rock
Drop: 203m
Col: 78m  NB230200
Roineval [Ròineabhal] Credit: Rude Health

Àird Oscaro is a prominent landscape feature located in the region of Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated near the village of Aultbea, it encompasses a wide expanse of rugged terrain, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby Loch Ewe.

The area is characterized by its undulating hills and valleys, providing a diverse range of habitats for a variety of flora and fauna. Tall grasses, heather, and mosses cover the slopes, while scattered rocky outcrops add to the picturesque scenery. The landscape is largely untouched by human activity, with only a few scattered farmsteads dotting the area.

At the heart of Àird Oscaro lies a small, tranquil loch, fringed by reeds and surrounded by lush vegetation. The loch serves as a vital water source for the local wildlife, attracting an array of bird species, including ducks, swans, and herons. Otters can also be spotted playing in the water, adding to the area's natural charm.

The landscape offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the rugged beauty of Àird Oscaro at their own pace. These trails take hikers through steep slopes, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and lochs. The area is particularly popular among outdoor enthusiasts, who come to experience the tranquility and unspoiled nature of the Scottish Highlands.

Àird Oscaro is a captivating landscape feature that showcases the raw beauty of the Scottish Highlands. With its diverse habitats, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking views, it provides a unique and memorable experience for those who venture into its wilderness.

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Àird Oscaro Images

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Roineval [Ròineabhal] Via A859 and Slèiteachal Mhòr with Jonathan de Ferranti, Jim Bloomer and Mat Webster. A conspicuous and locally steep summit plus no paths at all. Summit shelter contains remains of trig point.


Name: Roineval [Ròineabhal]
Hill number: 1576
Height: 281m / 922ft
Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
Class: Ma
Grid ref: NB 23300 21211
Summit feature: shelter on rock
Drop: 203m
Col: 78m  NB230200
Roineval [Ròineabhal]
Via A859 and Slèiteachal Mhòr with Jonathan de Ferranti, Jim Bloomer and Mat Webster. A conspicuous and locally steep summit plus no paths at all. Summit shelter contains remains of trig point. Name: Roineval [Ròineabhal] Hill number: 1576 Height: 281m / 922ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: NB 23300 21211 Summit feature: shelter on rock Drop: 203m Col: 78m NB230200
Ròinebhal from the southeast Viewed from the Pairc Deer Raiders Cairn. With the ubiquitous electricity transmission pole and wires.
Ròinebhal from the southeast
Viewed from the Pairc Deer Raiders Cairn. With the ubiquitous electricity transmission pole and wires.
Slèiteachal Mhòr Western Cairn The true summit of Slèiteachal Mhòr summit is at least 1.5m higher than west summit 520m WSW at NB 20830 18651 but we had to walk across just to make sure with Jim Bloomer, Mat Webster and Jonathan de Ferranti.
Slèiteachal Mhòr Western Cairn
The true summit of Slèiteachal Mhòr summit is at least 1.5m higher than west summit 520m WSW at NB 20830 18651 but we had to walk across just to make sure with Jim Bloomer, Mat Webster and Jonathan de Ferranti.
Slèiteachal Mhòr Access from A859 with Jonathan de Ferranti, Jim Bloomer and Mat Webster. Summit cairn to SW is lower than boulder on long rock, visited both with Jim's Abney level.

Name: Slèiteachal Mhòr
Hill number: 1580
Height: 248m / 814ft
Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
Class: Ma
Grid ref: NB 21332 18784
Summit feature: boulder on long rock
Drop: 163m
Col: 85m  NB200173
Slèiteachal Mhòr
Access from A859 with Jonathan de Ferranti, Jim Bloomer and Mat Webster. Summit cairn to SW is lower than boulder on long rock, visited both with Jim's Abney level. Name: Slèiteachal Mhòr Hill number: 1580 Height: 248m / 814ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: NB 21332 18784 Summit feature: boulder on long rock Drop: 163m Col: 85m NB200173
Burn flowing into Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis Shortly to the south of this point, the Allt Gil Oscaro and the Allt Gleann Oscaro merge to form the combined burn which flows into the loch.
Burn flowing into Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis
Shortly to the south of this point, the Allt Gil Oscaro and the Allt Gleann Oscaro merge to form the combined burn which flows into the loch.
View across Loch Langabhat from Tairead Thioram, Isle of Lewis Although the map shows Tairead Thioram to be an island, it is possible to walk across to it when the level of the loch is low.
View across Loch Langabhat from Tairead Thioram, Isle of Lewis
Although the map shows Tairead Thioram to be an island, it is possible to walk across to it when the level of the loch is low.
Boat by Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis The boat is pulled up well away from the shore and hasn't been used for some time.
Boat by Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis
The boat is pulled up well away from the shore and hasn't been used for some time.
Enclosure footings, Airigh Sgre, Isle of Lewis This structure lies within a shieling area.  It is too small to have been a shieling hut and may have been a cotan (calf pen).
Enclosure footings, Airigh Sgre, Isle of Lewis
This structure lies within a shieling area. It is too small to have been a shieling hut and may have been a cotan (calf pen).
Causeway between islands in Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis A parish boundary runs through the causeway.  The left half is in the parish of Lochs and the right half is in Uig.
Causeway between islands in Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis
A parish boundary runs through the causeway. The left half is in the parish of Lochs and the right half is in Uig.
Boathouse by Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis The boathouse can be seen from at distance at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/898427">NB2220 : Soval Boathouse</a>.
Boathouse by Loch Langabhat, Isle of Lewis
The boathouse can be seen from at distance at NB2220 : Soval Boathouse.
Shieling hut, Sulannan, Isle of Lewis Looking towards Loch Langabhat.
Shieling hut, Sulannan, Isle of Lewis
Looking towards Loch Langabhat.
Moorland pool, Orchleit, Isle of Lewis Looking towards Beinn a' Charnain.
Moorland pool, Orchleit, Isle of Lewis
Looking towards Beinn a' Charnain.
View from Heastabhal, Isle of Lewis The unnamed lochan below lies within the grid square.
View from Heastabhal, Isle of Lewis
The unnamed lochan below lies within the grid square.
Rock on the north western slopes of Heastabhal, Isle of Lewis Looking towards Loch Langabhat.
Rock on the north western slopes of Heastabhal, Isle of Lewis
Looking towards Loch Langabhat.
Shieling mounds, Gèarraidh Oscaro, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Gèarraidh Oscaro (then called Gearraidh Oscaroth) as, "A number of shealings (sic) which are built of peat sods and stones, some of which are in ruins.  There is a portion of arable or green pasture attached to these shealings".
Shieling mounds, Gèarraidh Oscaro, Isle of Lewis
The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Gèarraidh Oscaro (then called Gearraidh Oscaroth) as, "A number of shealings (sic) which are built of peat sods and stones, some of which are in ruins. There is a portion of arable or green pasture attached to these shealings".
Soval Boathouse This area of Loch Langavat is known as the Soval basin, in the centre of the picture on the shore is the Soval boathouse, the hill in the background is Roinabhal.
Soval Boathouse
This area of Loch Langavat is known as the Soval basin, in the centre of the picture on the shore is the Soval boathouse, the hill in the background is Roinabhal.
Sunrise on Loch Langavat Early morning sunrise on Loch Langavat, the prominent hill on the right is Roinabhal.
Sunrise on Loch Langavat
Early morning sunrise on Loch Langavat, the prominent hill on the right is Roinabhal.
Roineabhal Roineabhal stands at 281m, it stands alone in this area and can be seen from miles around. This is the view of the summit from the northern slopes.
Roineabhal
Roineabhal stands at 281m, it stands alone in this area and can be seen from miles around. This is the view of the summit from the northern slopes.
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Àird Oscaro is located at Grid Ref: NB2120 (Lat: 58.085204, Lng: -6.723119)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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