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Cnoc Meadhanoch

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

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Cnoc Meadhanoch

Aird Bheag Bhràgair A small area of the rocky headland here is the only land in this square.
Aird Bheag Bhràgair Credit: Anne Burgess

Cnoc Meadhanoch is a prominent hill located in Ross-shire, a county in the Scottish Highlands. It is situated near the village of Contin, approximately 15 miles west of the city of Inverness. With an altitude of 505 meters (1,657 feet), Cnoc Meadhanoch offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers due to its easily accessible location and stunning natural beauty. Its distinctive shape and rugged terrain make it an ideal spot for those seeking a challenging yet rewarding climb. The hill is covered in heather and scattered with rocky outcrops, adding to its picturesque charm.

Cnoc Meadhanoch is part of a larger network of hills in the area, including Ben Wyvis and Little Wyvis. The hill is surrounded by a vast expanse of moorland, offering visitors a chance to observe diverse flora and fauna. Birdwatchers are often treated to sightings of golden eagles, buzzards, and peregrine falcons soaring above the hillside.

Nearby, the River Blackwater flows through the valley, providing a peaceful and scenic atmosphere. The hill also offers easy access to numerous walking and cycling routes, allowing visitors to explore the stunning Scottish countryside at their own pace.

Overall, Cnoc Meadhanoch is a captivating hill in Ross-shire, offering a rewarding outdoor experience with its stunning views, challenging terrain, and abundant wildlife.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.339117/-6.6355171 or Grid Reference NB2848. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Aird Bheag Bhràgair A small area of the rocky headland here is the only land in this square.
Aird Bheag Bhràgair
A small area of the rocky headland here is the only land in this square.
Aird Bheag Bhràgair This rocky shelf, the rocks on the shore below, and a couple of offshore rocks, are the only land in this square.
Aird Bheag Bhràgair
This rocky shelf, the rocks on the shore below, and a couple of offshore rocks, are the only land in this square.
Aird Bheag Bhràgair Looking down on the rocky shelf shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1344440">NB2750 : Aird Bheag Bhràgair</a>.
Aird Bheag Bhràgair
Looking down on the rocky shelf shown in NB2750 : Aird Bheag Bhràgair.
View towards Eilean Arnol Looking across the fields from the Arnol Blackhouse car park.
View towards Eilean Arnol
Looking across the fields from the Arnol Blackhouse car park.
Farming near Arnol
Farming near Arnol
Moorland west of Arnol
Moorland west of Arnol
Coastline of Lewis
Coastline of Lewis
The Whalebone Arch at Bragar The arch dates from 1920. It was made from the jawbone of a dead blue whale which was washed ashore in a nearby inlet Geodha nam Muc and has since become a tourist attraction. It is Category B-listed by Historic Environment Scotland (LB5767 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5767" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5767">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ). More information <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.britainexpress.com/scotland/Outer-Hebrides/whalebone-arch.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.britainexpress.com/scotland/Outer-Hebrides/whalebone-arch.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> (Britain Express).
The Whalebone Arch at Bragar
The arch dates from 1920. It was made from the jawbone of a dead blue whale which was washed ashore in a nearby inlet Geodha nam Muc and has since become a tourist attraction. It is Category B-listed by Historic Environment Scotland (LB5767 LinkExternal link ). More information LinkExternal link (Britain Express).
Bragar Bragar (Bràgar) is a village situated on the A858 between Carloway and Barvas on the west side of the Isle of Lewis, 14 miles from the island's only town, Stornoway
Bragar
Bragar (Bràgar) is a village situated on the A858 between Carloway and Barvas on the west side of the Isle of Lewis, 14 miles from the island's only town, Stornoway
South Bragar
South Bragar
Loch na Muilne
Loch na Muilne
Arnol Motors This small garage and hire centre is the only one for miles around!
Arnol Motors
This small garage and hire centre is the only one for miles around!
Blow hole at Dunan Croir The sea has cut a cave deep into the cliff, and then created a hole in the roof of the cave. The hole is 2 or 3m across, and the floor of the cave perhaps 10m below.
Blow hole at Dunan Croir
The sea has cut a cave deep into the cliff, and then created a hole in the roof of the cave. The hole is 2 or 3m across, and the floor of the cave perhaps 10m below.
Dunan Croir This looks as if it might be a "little fort", hence the name. However Canmore reports that there is no evidence of artificial construction. There is the remains of a rectangular enclosure in the foreground, but again Canmore dryly notes "Not an antiquity".
Dunan Croir
This looks as if it might be a "little fort", hence the name. However Canmore reports that there is no evidence of artificial construction. There is the remains of a rectangular enclosure in the foreground, but again Canmore dryly notes "Not an antiquity".
Bad stile near Labost This type of stile is used throughout the coastal walk from Bragar to Siabost. It's an object lesson in how not to make a stile. Firstly the single step is much too high, as demonstrated by my able assistant. It risks pulled muscles, climbing up or jumping down. Secondly, as everyone has to pull on the top bar to climb up, the bar soon breaks off. Half the stiles on this part of the walk had lost the bar. Once the bar comes off, the rest of the stile becomes unstable because the legs are long and there is no cross bracing. Next, the mortice joint attaching the step to the back legs is too shallow. After we climbed over one stile, we found that the joint had come unscrewed and only a 1cm edge of wood on the wonky stile stopped it from collapsing. Finally, to add damage to injury, the barbed wire of the fence is uncovered, so it catches rucsacks as you jump off.
Bad stile near Labost
This type of stile is used throughout the coastal walk from Bragar to Siabost. It's an object lesson in how not to make a stile. Firstly the single step is much too high, as demonstrated by my able assistant. It risks pulled muscles, climbing up or jumping down. Secondly, as everyone has to pull on the top bar to climb up, the bar soon breaks off. Half the stiles on this part of the walk had lost the bar. Once the bar comes off, the rest of the stile becomes unstable because the legs are long and there is no cross bracing. Next, the mortice joint attaching the step to the back legs is too shallow. After we climbed over one stile, we found that the joint had come unscrewed and only a 1cm edge of wood on the wonky stile stopped it from collapsing. Finally, to add damage to injury, the barbed wire of the fence is uncovered, so it catches rucsacks as you jump off.
Footbridge over Loch Ordais outflow This footbridge gives access to the coastal walk west from the car park at Bragar.
Footbridge over Loch Ordais outflow
This footbridge gives access to the coastal walk west from the car park at Bragar.
War graves at Bragar cemetery There are several war graves in the cemetery. Sadly, half of them bear the date 1st January 1919. 205 men returning to Lewis were drowned in the Iolaire disaster close to Stornoway. The grave in the foreground has an even later date, 26 October 1919. Donald Morrison served on HMS Pontefract, a minesweeper, and died in an accident.
War graves at Bragar cemetery
There are several war graves in the cemetery. Sadly, half of them bear the date 1st January 1919. 205 men returning to Lewis were drowned in the Iolaire disaster close to Stornoway. The grave in the foreground has an even later date, 26 October 1919. Donald Morrison served on HMS Pontefract, a minesweeper, and died in an accident.
Causeway to Broch in Loch an Duna Sometimes it is possible to cross the short causeway to the Broch. On this occasion the loch was high with recent rain, and waves were breaking over the stepping stones.
Causeway to Broch in Loch an Duna
Sometimes it is possible to cross the short causeway to the Broch. On this occasion the loch was high with recent rain, and waves were breaking over the stepping stones.
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Cnoc Meadhanoch is located at Grid Ref: NB2848 (Lat: 58.339117, Lng: -6.6355171)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///measuring.slam.presented. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

Nearby Locations

Loch Ordais Gearraidh Mhic Lobhair Cnoc Meadhanoch Sgeir Holaback Teampall Eoin

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North Bragar
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