Druim Meadhonach

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Druim Meadhonach

Postbox at Crulivig HS2 91. Royal Mail list this box as 'Crulivig'.
Postbox at Crulivig Credit: David Bremner

Druim Meadhonach is a prominent hill located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is situated in the northern part of the country, near the coast of the North Atlantic Ocean. With an elevation of around 390 meters (1,280 feet), Druim Meadhonach offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and a rounded summit. It is mainly covered in heather and grass, which give it a vibrant green appearance during the summer months. Druim Meadhonach is part of the wider mountainous region of the Scottish Highlands, known for its rugged beauty and rich biodiversity.

The hill attracts outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers who come to explore its trails and take in its breathtaking vistas. There are several well-marked paths that lead to the summit, providing varying levels of difficulty to cater to different abilities. The climb can be challenging at times, but the reward is the awe-inspiring views of the surrounding mountains, lochs, and glens.

Druim Meadhonach is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors may spot red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species such as golden eagles and ptarmigans. The hill offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it a perfect place for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

In conclusion, Druim Meadhonach in Ross-shire is a picturesque hill that offers stunning views, challenging hikes, and a chance to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Druim Meadhonach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.205534/-6.7936325 or Grid Reference NB1834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Postbox at Crulivig HS2 91. Royal Mail list this box as 'Crulivig'.
Postbox at Crulivig
HS2 91. Royal Mail list this box as 'Crulivig'.
Postbox on Great Bernera HS2 88. Royal Mail list this box as 'Shore'.
Postbox on Great Bernera
HS2 88. Royal Mail list this box as 'Shore'.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost
One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost
Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
Telephone Box at Crulabhig Probably it's only the sheep that get calls here?
Telephone Box at Crulabhig
Probably it's only the sheep that get calls here?
View towards Circebost Pier
View towards Circebost Pier
Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.
Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house
This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.
Crulivig: the telephone box Pictured during heavy rain, this phone box has Hebridean doors, to keep the wind at bay.
Crulivig: the telephone box
Pictured during heavy rain, this phone box has Hebridean doors, to keep the wind at bay.
Crulivig: postbox № HS2 91 This postbox stands on the opposite side of the road to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3286743">NB1733 : Crulivig: the telephone box</a>. It is emptied each morning except Sunday at a quarter to nine.
Crulivig: postbox № HS2 91
This postbox stands on the opposite side of the road to NB1733 : Crulivig: the telephone box. It is emptied each morning except Sunday at a quarter to nine.
Abandoned croft house near Lundal
Abandoned croft house near Lundal
A view over Loch Barraglom From Iarsiadar.
A view over Loch Barraglom
From Iarsiadar.
The Loch Barraglom Monster? Sadly not. They are lobster creels. Lobster fishing is an important contributor to the local economy.
The Loch Barraglom Monster?
Sadly not. They are lobster creels. Lobster fishing is an important contributor to the local economy.
Mussel farm at Iarsiadar To the east of the Bernara Bridge between Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh and the Isle of Lewis.
Mussel farm at Iarsiadar
To the east of the Bernara Bridge between Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh and the Isle of Lewis.
Low cloud over Great Bernera A thin bank of cloud over the sea. Looking northeast from the B8059 near Lundale.
Low cloud over Great Bernera
A thin bank of cloud over the sea. Looking northeast from the B8059 near Lundale.
Rough pasture near Lundale Looking east towards Callanish, across Loch Ròg.
Rough pasture near Lundale
Looking east towards Callanish, across Loch Ròg.
Croftland, Circebost, Great Bernera Looking across Loch Ròg an Ear (East Loch Roag) towards Eilean Chearstaigh.
Croftland, Circebost, Great Bernera
Looking across Loch Ròg an Ear (East Loch Roag) towards Eilean Chearstaigh.
Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh From Discovery and Excavation in Scotland, 1976: "On grassy ridge 100m N of road, 25m E of track through Croft 24, Kirkibost. A large prone slab approx. 3.55m x 1.35m, thickness varying from 0.25-0.45m, lying in peat on a grassy ridge. The lower end appears to be surrounded by packing stones and there is a void under the centre of the stone. This stone was brought to our notice by Mr Norman MacDonald of Kirkibost."
Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh
From Discovery and Excavation in Scotland, 1976: "On grassy ridge 100m N of road, 25m E of track through Croft 24, Kirkibost. A large prone slab approx. 3.55m x 1.35m, thickness varying from 0.25-0.45m, lying in peat on a grassy ridge. The lower end appears to be surrounded by packing stones and there is a void under the centre of the stone. This stone was brought to our notice by Mr Norman MacDonald of Kirkibost."
Possible fallen standing stone, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh This stone lies approximately 80m ESE of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5293759">NB1734 : Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh</a>.  The croft owner, who is the grandson of Norman MacDonald who originally brought Callanish XV to archaeologists' attention, believes it to be fallen standing stone.
Possible fallen standing stone, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh
This stone lies approximately 80m ESE of NB1734 : Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh. The croft owner, who is the grandson of Norman MacDonald who originally brought Callanish XV to archaeologists' attention, believes it to be fallen standing stone.
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Druim Meadhonach is located at Grid Ref: NB1834 (Lat: 58.205534, Lng: -6.7936325)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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///river.reviewed.slung. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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