Cnoc a' Bhuntata

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc a' Bhuntata

Slipway & Jetty Loch Seaforth Photograph taken from Seaforth Island — Slipway & Jetty Loch Seaforth Credit: JJM

Cnoc a' Bhuntata, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a prominent hill/mountain known for its stunning natural beauty and historical significance. Standing at an elevation of approximately 724 meters (2,375 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill/mountain is situated within the expansive Wester Ross area, renowned for its rugged terrain, lush greenery, and diverse wildlife. Cnoc a' Bhuntata forms part of the Torridon Hills, a range characterized by dramatic peaks and deep valleys. Its distinctive shape and rocky slopes make it a popular destination for hikers, mountaineers, and nature enthusiasts.

The name "Cnoc a' Bhuntata" translates to "Potato Hill" in English, and it is believed to have received this name due to the historical significance of potato cultivation in the region. Ross-shire, in general, has a rich agricultural history, and potatoes were a vital crop during the 18th and 19th centuries. The hill's name serves as a reminder of the area's agricultural heritage.

Cnoc a' Bhuntata offers various hiking routes, ranging from moderate to challenging, allowing visitors to explore its diverse landscape. The ascent to the summit rewards hikers with breathtaking vistas of Loch Torridon, the surrounding mountains, and the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Nature enthusiasts can also spot a variety of wildlife in the area, including red deer, golden eagles, and various species of birds. The hill/mountain serves as an important habitat for these creatures, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the region.

In conclusion, Cnoc a' Bhuntata is a magnificent hill/mountain in Ross-shire, Scotland, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Torridon Hills while appreciating the historical significance of potato cultivation in the area.

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Cnoc a' Bhuntata Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.013808/-6.7340264 or Grid Reference NB2012. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Slipway & Jetty Loch Seaforth

Photograph taken from Seaforth Island

JJM

Seaforth Island [Eilean Shiphoirt]

Famous five highjack a prawn fishing boat at Ardvourlie to take us to Seaforth Island with Jonathan de Ferranti, Jim Bloomer, Mat Webster & Michael Earnshaw. This made the 3:30 am start from Skye worthwhile. Sheep are farmed on the island. Name: Seaforth Island [Eilean Shiphoirt] Hill number: 1582 Height: 217m / 712ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: NB 20751 11040 Summit feature: embedded rock adjacent to cairn Drop: 217m Col: Sea

Rude Health

Jetty on Loch Seaforth

There are power lines running down to this hut and jetty, and there is a satellite dish as well. I have no idea what sort of industry goes on here by the side of Loch Seaforth, so I have just tagged it as Industry. (The jetty is more active in NB2112 : Slipway & Jetty Loch Seaforth.) The land on the other side of the Loch is in the square as well. All the rock here is Lewisian Gneiss - a particularly dark specimen lies split in the foreground.

Neville Goodman

View down Loch Seaforth (Loch Siophort) from Mulhagery

Alan Reid

Loch Seaforth/ Loch Shiophoirt

Sandy Gerrard

Moorland on the side of Beinn a' Mhuil with Loch Seaforth in the distance

Mike Dunn

The Langabhat Track with Loch Seaforth beyond

Mike Dunn

Welcome to the Isle of Harris

The slightly random border between the Isle of Lewis (formerly in the county of Ross & Cromarty) and the Isle of Harris (formerly in Inverness-shire).

Mike Pennington

View down Loch Seaforth (Loch Siophort) from Mulhagery

Mike Pennington

Abhainn a' Mhuil at Mulhagery

On the left is Lewis and on the right is Harris.

Mike Pennington

Abhainn a' Mhuil at Mulhagery

Looking upstream along the burn that forms the boundary between Harris and Lewis.

Mike Pennington

Houses at Mulhagery

Looking towards An Cliseam.

Mike Pennington

Beinn a' Mhuil

After Kearnaval with Jim Bloomer and Jonathan de Ferranti. This is a fantastic view point with Seaford Island to the south east. Name: Beinn a' Mhuil Hill number: 4937 Height: 370m / 1214ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu Grid ref: NB 19474 13653 Summit feature: cairn Drop: 117m Col: 253m NB187140

Rude Health

View down Loch Seaforth (Loch Siophort) from Mulhagery

The Abhainn a' Mhuil forms the boundary between Lewis and Harris. The bridge crossing the burn links these two parts of the same landmass. The sea-loch is the nearest thing to a fjord in the Outer Hebrides

Alan Reid

A view over Loch Seaforth/Loch Shiphoirt

Eilean Shìphoirt dominates the right of the view.

John Lucas

A fence line above Aline

Loch Seaforth/Loch Shiphoirt in view. The A859 road is visible on the right.

John Lucas

Dying forest in the Isle of Lewis

Many conifers in plantations on the island were showing signs of distress - discolouration and defoliation. Not sure of the cause, but there are some new forest pathogens becoming more widespread. These were on the A859 Stornoway- Tarbert road.

M J Richardson