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Badabhacaidh

Downs, Moorland in Ross-shire

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Badabhacaidh

Forestry Road Forestry road on Church Hill.
Forestry Road Credit: Donald H Bain

Badabhacaidh is a small village located in the county of Ross-shire, in the northern part of Scotland. Situated amidst the stunning Scottish Highlands, this charming village is known for its picturesque downs and moorland scenery.

The downs in Badabhacaidh are characterized by vast open fields, gently sloping hills, and lush green grasslands. These downs provide ample space for livestock grazing and are often dotted with sheep and cattle. The rolling landscape offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and glens, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The moorland in Badabhacaidh is a unique feature of the village, offering a more rugged and untamed landscape. Moorlands are dominated by heather, grasses, and low-lying shrubs, creating a distinct purple hue during the summer months. The moorland in Badabhacaidh is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature photographers.

The village itself is quaint and peaceful, with a few traditional stone cottages and a small local community. There are no major amenities or tourist attractions in Badabhacaidh, making it an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and solitude. However, nearby towns offer a range of facilities, including shops, restaurants, and accommodation options.

Overall, Badabhacaidh in Ross-shire is a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands, offering stunning downs and moorland landscapes for visitors to explore and enjoy.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.850579/-4.3377692 or Grid Reference NH6186. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forestry Road Forestry road on Church Hill.
Forestry Road
Forestry road on Church Hill.
Forestry Road Well there is not a lot to see; it's trees or the road.
Forestry Road
Well there is not a lot to see; it's trees or the road.
Cables for a new power line On the hill above Wester Fearn Burn.
Cables for a new power line
On the hill above Wester Fearn Burn.
Rigging new power cables Where the line crosses the Cobhar Dubh ravine.
Rigging new power cables
Where the line crosses the Cobhar Dubh ravine.
Eas a' Chobhain Duibh An impressive fall where the Wester Fearn Burn plunges into the ravine.
Eas a' Chobhain Duibh
An impressive fall where the Wester Fearn Burn plunges into the ravine.
The head of Eas a' Chobhain Duibh waterfall
The head of Eas a' Chobhain Duibh waterfall
Looking down towards Wester Fearn And the Kyle of Sutherland beyond.
Looking down towards Wester Fearn
And the Kyle of Sutherland beyond.
Cottage courtyard at the gate to Fearn Lodge
Cottage courtyard at the gate to Fearn Lodge
Ardgay AA Box This beautifully preserved AA box stands at the junction of the A836 and the B9176 - although until the bridge over the Dornoch Firth was built what is now the A836 was the A9 and the B9176 was the A836! AA boxes, and their counterparts the RAC boxes, were once common sights on the highways of Great Britain and they offered members not only the opportunity to 'phone for rescue but also useful equipment such as a light and local maps. Each box carried a unique number and members were issued with a key to allow access. As motoring changed so the need for the boxes diminished and the widespread adoption of mobile phones was the final nail in their coffin. There are very few left now and it is doubtful if any are in as good a condition as this one.
Ardgay AA Box
This beautifully preserved AA box stands at the junction of the A836 and the B9176 - although until the bridge over the Dornoch Firth was built what is now the A836 was the A9 and the B9176 was the A836! AA boxes, and their counterparts the RAC boxes, were once common sights on the highways of Great Britain and they offered members not only the opportunity to 'phone for rescue but also useful equipment such as a light and local maps. Each box carried a unique number and members were issued with a key to allow access. As motoring changed so the need for the boxes diminished and the widespread adoption of mobile phones was the final nail in their coffin. There are very few left now and it is doubtful if any are in as good a condition as this one.
Ardgay AA Box This delightful old AA box greets travellers on the old A9 road (now the A836) where it meets the B9176 a few mile south east of Ardgay village.
Ardgay AA Box
This delightful old AA box greets travellers on the old A9 road (now the A836) where it meets the B9176 a few mile south east of Ardgay village.
Shoreline near Wester Fearn The view from the train in August 1999.
Shoreline near Wester Fearn
The view from the train in August 1999.
Trees by Wester Fearn
Trees by Wester Fearn
A836 alongside Dornoch Firth A stretch of the A836 between Ardchronie and Wester Fearn where a bridge carries the road over a minor stream.
A836 alongside Dornoch Firth
A stretch of the A836 between Ardchronie and Wester Fearn where a bridge carries the road over a minor stream.
Trees beside Ardchronie Quarry Ardchronie Quarry lies beyond the trees; the A836 is below. The foreground has the stumps and twig debris of felled trees.
Trees beside Ardchronie Quarry
Ardchronie Quarry lies beyond the trees; the A836 is below. The foreground has the stumps and twig debris of felled trees.
AA box No. 504 The box is at the junction of the A836 and the B9176; its location is known as Ardgay, a village a few miles away, and is in good repair. Despite that, the box no longer houses a telephone - the AA abandoned their system around the year 2002.
AA box No. 504
The box is at the junction of the A836 and the B9176; its location is known as Ardgay, a village a few miles away, and is in good repair. Despite that, the box no longer houses a telephone - the AA abandoned their system around the year 2002.
A rare visitor to the Far North Line LMS Black Five 44871 hauling the Cathedrals Explorer heading for Dunrobin Castle and Brora
A rare visitor to the Far North Line
LMS Black Five 44871 hauling the Cathedrals Explorer heading for Dunrobin Castle and Brora
AA box near Ardgay
AA box near Ardgay
Inverness to Thurso Railway, Ardchronie The Dornoch Firth beyond.
Inverness to Thurso Railway, Ardchronie
The Dornoch Firth beyond.
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Badabhacaidh is located at Grid Ref: NH6186 (Lat: 57.850579, Lng: -4.3377692)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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