Sròn Hostarie

Landscape Feature in Argyllshire

Scotland

Sròn Hostarie

View over Loch Tuath
View over Loch Tuath Credit: Steven Brown

Sròn Hostarie is a prominent landscape feature located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is a stunning peninsula that stretches out into the ocean, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and nearby islands. The peninsula is characterized by its rugged and dramatic cliffs, which are composed of ancient rocks that have been shaped by erosion over thousands of years.

The cliffs of Sròn Hostarie are known for their sheer height, reaching up to 200 meters in some areas. These towering cliffs provide a nesting site for various seabirds, including gannets, puffins, and guillemots. The sight and sounds of these birds create a truly immersive and awe-inspiring experience for visitors.

In addition to its cliffs, Sròn Hostarie boasts a diverse range of habitats, including heather moorland, grassy slopes, and rocky outcrops. This variety of habitats supports a rich and unique array of plant and animal species. Visitors may encounter rare wildflowers, such as orchids and primroses, as well as a variety of butterflies and insects.

The peninsula is also home to a number of archaeological sites, including ancient standing stones and burial cairns. These remnants of the past add an extra layer of intrigue and historical significance to the area.

Access to Sròn Hostarie is facilitated by a network of walking trails, which allow visitors to explore the peninsula's natural beauty at their own pace. Whether hiking along the clifftops or strolling through the heathland, a visit to Sròn Hostarie is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who experiences its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity.

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Sròn Hostarie Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.530913/-6.2508599 or Grid Reference NM3845. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View over Loch Tuath
View over Loch Tuath
Allt Burg Looking down the valley of the Allt Burg towards Loch Tuath. On the far side lie the islands of Ulva (to the left) and Gometra. It is just possible to make out the entrance to the narrow channel between the two.
Allt Burg
Looking down the valley of the Allt Burg towards Loch Tuath. On the far side lie the islands of Ulva (to the left) and Gometra. It is just possible to make out the entrance to the narrow channel between the two.
Cairn by the B8073 This cairn marks the highest point of the B8073 road as it crosses the neck of the peninsula separating Calgary Bay and Loch Tuath. Out to sea can be seen Eilean Dioghlum <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NM3442">NM3442</a> with Staffa <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NM3235">NM3235</a> beyond.
Cairn by the B8073
This cairn marks the highest point of the B8073 road as it crosses the neck of the peninsula separating Calgary Bay and Loch Tuath. Out to sea can be seen Eilean Dioghlum NM3442 with Staffa NM3235 beyond.
Coast road approaching Tostary The B8073 coast road round the north-west corner of Mull drops steeply down towards Loch Tuath. Ben More <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NM5233">NM5233</a>, the highest point on Mull, can be seen dimly in the distance.
Coast road approaching Tostary
The B8073 coast road round the north-west corner of Mull drops steeply down towards Loch Tuath. Ben More NM5233, the highest point on Mull, can be seen dimly in the distance.
Kilninian Schoolhouse At one time there were small primary schools scattered all over the island. Most have now closed and been converted to other uses, such as this one which is now a self-catering holiday cottage.
Kilninian Schoolhouse
At one time there were small primary schools scattered all over the island. Most have now closed and been converted to other uses, such as this one which is now a self-catering holiday cottage.
Kilninian kirk Dates from 1755
Kilninian kirk
Dates from 1755
Loch Tuath and Ben More. The road from Calgary Bay to Kilninian overlooking Loch Tuath, the Sound of Ulva and Ben More in the distance.
Loch Tuath and Ben More.
The road from Calgary Bay to Kilninian overlooking Loch Tuath, the Sound of Ulva and Ben More in the distance.
Kilninian church Modest little church on a historic site with grave slabs of the medieval period.
Kilninian church
Modest little church on a historic site with grave slabs of the medieval period.
Coastline at Kilninian Looking eastwards along the shores of Loch Tuath towards snow covered Ben More.
Coastline at Kilninian
Looking eastwards along the shores of Loch Tuath towards snow covered Ben More.
Burg As well as currently inhabited buildings, there are numerous ruins here.
Burg
As well as currently inhabited buildings, there are numerous ruins here.
Old boundary, Burg There are many ruins and old dykes at Burg. Beyond this field is a vast expanse of wild moorland.
Old boundary, Burg
There are many ruins and old dykes at Burg. Beyond this field is a vast expanse of wild moorland.
Field, Burg Improved grazing amongst much moorland.
Field, Burg
Improved grazing amongst much moorland.
Ruins, Burg Some of the numerous ruins on a fertile area of hillside.
Ruins, Burg
Some of the numerous ruins on a fertile area of hillside.
Cairn above Burg Top of the pass over Treshnish - view towards Ben More.
Cairn above Burg
Top of the pass over Treshnish - view towards Ben More.
Pass, Treshnish Highest point of the road over Treshnish between Kilninian and Calgary.
Pass, Treshnish
Highest point of the road over Treshnish between Kilninian and Calgary.
B8073 at Kilninian
B8073 at Kilninian
Old Kilninian Schoolhouse Kilninian Schoolhouse is now a holiday home.
Old Kilninian Schoolhouse
Kilninian Schoolhouse is now a holiday home.
Sharp bend in the B8073
Sharp bend in the B8073
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Sròn Hostarie is located at Grid Ref: NM3845 (Lat: 56.530913, Lng: -6.2508599)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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