Cnoc Leathaid Mòire

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc Leathaid Mòire

Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond. — Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Credit: Gus Macdonald

Cnoc Leathaid Mòire is a prominent hill/mountain located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It sits within the broader Highland region, known for its stunning landscapes and rugged terrain. Standing at an elevation of approximately 648 meters (2,126 feet), Cnoc Leathaid Mòire offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

This hill/mountain is part of the Beinn Dearg mountain range and is characterized by its distinctive shape and rocky outcrops. Its slopes are covered in heather and grasses, providing a vibrant display of colors during the summer months. The hill/mountain is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species.

Cnoc Leathaid Mòire is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly hikers and mountaineers. It offers a challenging yet rewarding ascent, with several routes available to suit different skill levels. The most common starting point for the climb is from the nearby village of Achnasheen, which provides easy access to the hill/mountain.

Once at the summit, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including nearby lochs and glens. On a clear day, it is even possible to see as far as the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides.

Overall, Cnoc Leathaid Mòire is a stunning natural landmark in Ross-shire, offering outdoor enthusiasts a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and enjoy a challenging yet rewarding climb.

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Cnoc Leathaid Mòire Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.231101/-6.8329015 or Grid Reference NB1637. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha

Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.

Gus Macdonald

Beach north of Bhalasaigh

Rob Burke

Moorland and loch on Great Bernera

The loch is unnamed on the map, but the Allt Loch an Fheoir flows into it, so this must be Loch an Fheoir. The houses in the distance are on the road south of Bhalasaigh.

Rob Burke

Bridge at Bhalasaigh

Looking back to the road end on the main island of Great Bernera.

Lis Burke

War Memorial, Breacleit

The memorial stands on a mound at the crossroads in the centre of Breacleit / Breaclete, the capital of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. On the skyline is the Bernera Community Centre. Link

Colin Smith

Breacleit, Bernera

Summer flowers, church and school in the village centre. Link

Colin Smith

Loch Ionail

Freshwater loch on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Tob Bhalasaigh

Tidal lagoon with a mix of rare seaweeds on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Valasay Bridge

Carrying the single track road across an outlet of the tidal lagoon, Tob Bhalasaigh on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Shoreline at Tob Bhalasaigh

Rocks and heather at the edge of the tidal lagoon in Valasay. Link

Colin Smith

Valasay Footbridge

The bridge across the tidal Tob Bhalasaigh was built in 1898. Link

Colin Smith

Tidal Lagoon, Valasay

Tob Bhalasaigh, on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Tob Bhalasaigh from the Footbridge

View northwards, along the narrow tidal lagoon, to Tobson 2 kilometres away in the distance.

Colin Smith

Loch Ruig Sanndabhat

Small and reedy freshwater loch below the slopes of Beinn Breacleit, Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Crofters' Memorial Cairn, Great Bernera

Erected in memory of April 1874 when local crofters marched to Lews Castle in Stornoway. They were protesting to Sir James Matheson that they had received eviction notices after using the moorland for centuries. The gentry wanted to use it for leisure / sport. Link

Colin Smith

Lochan Below Beinn Breacleit

Reedy lochan with rocky hillside, south-east of the Crofters' Memorial on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Breacleit church and war memorial

Breacleit (or Breaclete) is the largest settlement on Great Bernera, an island off the west coast of Lewis attached to that larger island by a bridge. The little church seen here looks to date from the late C19th or early C20th. To its right can be seen the Bernera War Memorial Link

Behind the church can be seen a little of Loch Breacleit.

Rob Farrow

The road to Tacleit

For anyone who enjoys driving, this is rather a wonderful sight - a well-maintained twisty lane through open countryside with wonderful views. The lane leads to the settlement of Tacleit from the village of Breacleit on Great Bernera.

Rob Farrow

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Cnoc Leathaid Mòire is located at Grid Ref: NB1637 (Lat: 58.231101, Lng: -6.8329015)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands