Oban Rare Breeds Park (closed)

Downs, Moorland in Argyllshire

Scotland

Oban Rare Breeds Park (closed)

Dun Neil, Glen Lonan
Dun Neil, Glen Lonan Credit: Peter Bond

Oban Rare Breeds Park was a popular tourist attraction located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the scenic Downs and Moorland, the park offered visitors a unique opportunity to interact with and learn about various rare breeds of animals. Sadly, the park is currently closed.

Covering a significant area, the park was home to a diverse range of animals, including rare species of farm animals, wildlife, and birds. Visitors could witness and engage with these animals up close, making it an educational and entertaining experience for people of all ages.

The park's main focus was on conservation and the preservation of rare and endangered species. It served as a sanctuary for these breeds, providing them with a safe and natural habitat. The knowledgeable staff at the park were passionate about their work and offered guided tours and educational sessions to raise awareness about the importance of biodiversity and animal welfare.

Aside from the animal exhibits, Oban Rare Breeds Park boasted stunning natural landscapes. Visitors could explore the surrounding Downs and Moorland, taking in breathtaking views and immersing themselves in the tranquility of the Scottish countryside.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Oban Rare Breeds Park is no longer open to the public. However, the park's legacy lives on as a testament to the importance of conservation and the preservation of rare breeds in Scotland's natural environment.

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Oban Rare Breeds Park (closed) Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.413365/-5.4294277 or Grid Reference NM8829. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dun Neil, Glen Lonan
Dun Neil, Glen Lonan
Dun Neil, Glen Lonan
Dun Neil, Glen Lonan
Dun-Neil house, Glen Lonan
Dun-Neil house, Glen Lonan
Grazing near Dun-neil farm Slightly higher than the drained marshes beyond. The head of Loch Nell is visible in the distance.
Grazing near Dun-neil farm
Slightly higher than the drained marshes beyond. The head of Loch Nell is visible in the distance.
Dun Neil
Dun Neil
Rough grazing, Glen Lonan The conifer dominated upper glen has been left and much of the glen nearer Oban is open land.
Rough grazing, Glen Lonan
The conifer dominated upper glen has been left and much of the glen nearer Oban is open land.
The grazings of Ballygowan
The grazings of Ballygowan
Entry to Dun-neil
Entry to Dun-neil
Dun-Neil in Glen Lonan
Dun-Neil in Glen Lonan
Minor road from Kilmore to Taynuilt at Dun-Neil
Minor road from Kilmore to Taynuilt at Dun-Neil
Dun-neil The farm takes its name from the mound to the right of it.
Dun-neil
The farm takes its name from the mound to the right of it.
Pastureland at Ballygowan On the right is the Taynuilt to Kilmore road.
Pastureland at Ballygowan
On the right is the Taynuilt to Kilmore road.
Approach to Ardconnel
Approach to Ardconnel
Crossed Wires
Crossed Wires
Luachrach
Luachrach
Rare Breeds Park
Rare Breeds Park
Dig Bharrain
Dig Bharrain
Frosty Fairway
Frosty Fairway
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Oban Rare Breeds Park (closed) is located at Grid Ref: NM8829 (Lat: 56.413365, Lng: -5.4294277)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Located within 500m of 56.413365,-5.4294277
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.4114608/-5.4223167
Corbett: no
Ele: 161
Graham: no
Marilyn: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.4167983/-5.4311082
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