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Mòine a' Ghuail

Downs, Moorland in Argyllshire

Scotland

Mòine a' Ghuail

Ardailly Mill and miller's cottage At the far end of a long and winding track on the Isle of Gigha stands Ardailly Mill. It's in an idyllic spot on Gigha's remote west shore, looking out to the neighbouring islands of Islay and Jura. In this photograph it is seen with building works under way, transforming the old millers cottage into someone's dream house.....
Ardailly Mill and miller's cottage Credit: David Hoult

Mòine a' Ghuail is a peat bog located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is situated in a remote and wild landscape, characterized by rolling hills, heather-covered moorland, and scattered patches of woodland. The bog is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including rare bird species such as the golden eagle and red grouse.

The peat bog itself is composed of layers of decomposed plant material that have accumulated over thousands of years. The bog provides an important habitat for a range of plant species, including sphagnum moss, bog cotton, and heather. These plants play a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of the ecosystem.

Mòine a' Ghuail is also an important carbon sink, storing large amounts of carbon that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. Peatlands like Mòine a' Ghuail are vital for combating climate change and preserving biodiversity.

Visitors to Mòine a' Ghuail can enjoy walking and hiking through the rugged landscape, taking in the breathtaking views and observing the diverse flora and fauna that call this unique environment home.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.67661/-5.7716129 or Grid Reference NR6249. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ardailly Mill and miller's cottage At the far end of a long and winding track on the Isle of Gigha stands Ardailly Mill. It's in an idyllic spot on Gigha's remote west shore, looking out to the neighbouring islands of Islay and Jura. In this photograph it is seen with building works under way, transforming the old millers cottage into someone's dream house.....
Ardailly Mill and miller's cottage
At the far end of a long and winding track on the Isle of Gigha stands Ardailly Mill. It's in an idyllic spot on Gigha's remote west shore, looking out to the neighbouring islands of Islay and Jura. In this photograph it is seen with building works under way, transforming the old millers cottage into someone's dream house.....
Mill Loch from the slopes of Creag Bhan, Gigha
Mill Loch from the slopes of Creag Bhan, Gigha
Upper Lochs, Gigha
Upper Lochs, Gigha
Ruins of St Cathan's Church Ardminish
Ruins of St Cathan's Church Ardminish
Cottage of Tigh nan Cudainnean
Cottage of Tigh nan Cudainnean
Jetty at Port nan Each
Jetty at Port nan Each
Portan Craro Gigha
Portan Craro Gigha
Coast at Carraig Mhic-an-Leister Paps of Jura in the distance
Coast at Carraig Mhic-an-Leister
Paps of Jura in the distance
Refuelling facilities on Gigha With a rather tropical appearance with the Cordyline palms [not really palms, but related to Asparagus] by the pumps, at the Post Office on the island.
Refuelling facilities on Gigha
With a rather tropical appearance with the Cordyline palms [not really palms, but related to Asparagus] by the pumps, at the Post Office on the island.
Achamore House, Gigha A Scottish baronial-style mansion built in 1884 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/38541/gigha-achamore-estate-achamore-house" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/38541/gigha-achamore-estate-achamore-house">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>.
Achamore House, Gigha
A Scottish baronial-style mansion built in 1884 LinkExternal link.
Gigha Village Hall Adjacent to the car park for Achamore House.
Gigha Village Hall
Adjacent to the car park for Achamore House.
Ardminish Stores and Post Office The commercial centre of the Isle of Gigha.
Ardminish Stores and Post Office
The commercial centre of the Isle of Gigha.
Mast and telephone building, Gigha Behind the Post Office and store at Ardminish.
Mast and telephone building, Gigha
Behind the Post Office and store at Ardminish.
Houses on Gigha Almost at the centre of the island, at Achadh na h-Atha.
Houses on Gigha
Almost at the centre of the island, at Achadh na h-Atha.
House at North Ardminish Built between 2005 and 2011 [deduced from Google Earth imagery].
House at North Ardminish
Built between 2005 and 2011 [deduced from Google Earth imagery].
Gigha Gallery Craft workshop, art gallery, tea room, and offices of the Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust at Ardminish
Gigha Gallery
Craft workshop, art gallery, tea room, and offices of the Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust at Ardminish
Gunnera and Primula at Achamore Gardens The gardens are a highlight of the Island of Gigha - plenty of rambling paths and a delightful informality.
Gunnera and Primula at Achamore Gardens
The gardens are a highlight of the Island of Gigha - plenty of rambling paths and a delightful informality.
The pond at Achamore Marginal primulas and irises, with emergent Potamogeton flowers, and lilies on the far side.
The pond at Achamore
Marginal primulas and irises, with emergent Potamogeton flowers, and lilies on the far side.
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Mòine a' Ghuail is located at Grid Ref: NR6249 (Lat: 55.67661, Lng: -5.7716129)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///clash.swells.bleaching. Near Craighouse, Argyll & Bute

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Meall a'Ghlamaidh
Corbett: no
Ele: 79
Graham: no
Marilyn: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.6787643/-5.7677153
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