Cnoc a' Bhuntàta

Hill, Mountain in Argyllshire

Scotland

Cnoc a' Bhuntàta

Cottage at Keils, Isle of Jura
Cottage at Keils, Isle of Jura Credit: Alpin Stewart

Cnoc a' Bhuntàta, located in Argyllshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill/mountain that offers breathtaking views and unique natural features. Rising to an elevation of approximately 723 meters (2,372 feet), it is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Situated in a remote area, Cnoc a' Bhuntàta is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with deep valleys and steep slopes. The hill/mountain is part of the larger Argyll Forest Park, which spans approximately 120,000 acres and is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna.

The ascent to the summit of Cnoc a' Bhuntàta is challenging but rewarding, with various trails and paths available for hikers and mountaineers. The panoramic views from the top are truly awe-inspiring, offering vistas of the surrounding mountains, glens, and lochs.

One notable feature of Cnoc a' Bhuntàta is the presence of an ancient cairn, a man-made stone structure, believed to be a burial site dating back thousands of years. This archaeological site adds to the historical and cultural significance of the area.

Due to its remote location, it is recommended that visitors come well-prepared, with appropriate clothing, footwear, and supplies. The weather on Cnoc a' Bhuntàta can be unpredictable, with rain and mist common, even during the summer months.

Overall, Cnoc a' Bhuntàta offers a superb opportunity to experience the beauty and tranquility of the Scottish Highlands, with its stunning landscapes, rich history, and challenging hiking opportunities.

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Cnoc a' Bhuntàta Images

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Cottage at Keils, Isle of Jura
Cottage at Keils, Isle of Jura
Communication masts at Craighouse, Isle of Jura
Communication masts at Craighouse, Isle of Jura
Rough grazing and woodland above Craighouse, Isle of Jura
Rough grazing and woodland above Craighouse, Isle of Jura
Loch a' Mhuilinn, Isle of Jura
Loch a' Mhuilinn, Isle of Jura
Boats off Jura Pier
Boats off Jura Pier
Eilean nan Gabhar from the end of Jura Pier
Eilean nan Gabhar from the end of Jura Pier
Business units at Craighouse, Isle of Jura
Business units at Craighouse, Isle of Jura
Keils Burial Ground
Keils Burial Ground
Standing stone, Craighouse
Standing stone, Craighouse
Jura Distillery, Craighouse
Jura Distillery, Craighouse
Bridge, Craighouse
Bridge, Craighouse
Tall Ship Tall ship Thalassa arrives in Jura on a sailing and whisky tasting tour of the west coast of Scotland.
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Tall Ship
Tall ship Thalassa arrives in Jura on a sailing and whisky tasting tour of the west coast of Scotland. LinkExternal link
Looking to Craighouse Looking across Port na Callich from the rocky headland of Rubha na Caillich to Craighouse and the Paps of Jura as the tall ship Thalassa arrives in port.
Looking to Craighouse
Looking across Port na Callich from the rocky headland of Rubha na Caillich to Craighouse and the Paps of Jura as the tall ship Thalassa arrives in port.
Jura Joy Idyllic evening in Craighouse as a tall ship moors at the same time as a magnificent rainbow appears behind.
Jura Joy
Idyllic evening in Craighouse as a tall ship moors at the same time as a magnificent rainbow appears behind.
Rainbow Reflected Rainbow over Small Isles Bay on a balmy spring evening.
Rainbow Reflected
Rainbow over Small Isles Bay on a balmy spring evening.
Craighouse: Jura Community Shop and post office The village store at Craighouse has been revamped since I was here in 2008 (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/915872">NR5267 : Craighouse: Jura Stores/post office and postbox № PA60 3</a>).

The building has been modernised; the entrance now adjoins the road rather than the harbour; and the postbox and phone box have been separated. The telephone box no longer contains a phone so it is merely a cosmetic feature, but a public payphone is in the little covered path to the porch.

The shop has been much modernised inside too.

A post office on Jura was initially established on 16 December 1811, located several miles north of here at Lagg. The branch was named Jura then but was renamed Lagg in 1868 before the island's second office, here at Craighouse, was opened on 1 December 1876.

The office at Lagg closed on 1 August 1963 but in the meantime, a third office, further north at Inverlussa, was opened on 1 July 1947. When the Inverlussa branch closed on 1 October 1984, the Craighouse office became and remains the island's only post office. 

Currently, it is open from 9am to 1pm Monday to Saturday.
Craighouse: Jura Community Shop and post office
The village store at Craighouse has been revamped since I was here in 2008 (NR5267 : Craighouse: Jura Stores/post office and postbox № PA60 3). The building has been modernised; the entrance now adjoins the road rather than the harbour; and the postbox and phone box have been separated. The telephone box no longer contains a phone so it is merely a cosmetic feature, but a public payphone is in the little covered path to the porch. The shop has been much modernised inside too. A post office on Jura was initially established on 16 December 1811, located several miles north of here at Lagg. The branch was named Jura then but was renamed Lagg in 1868 before the island's second office, here at Craighouse, was opened on 1 December 1876. The office at Lagg closed on 1 August 1963 but in the meantime, a third office, further north at Inverlussa, was opened on 1 July 1947. When the Inverlussa branch closed on 1 October 1984, the Craighouse office became and remains the island's only post office. Currently, it is open from 9am to 1pm Monday to Saturday.
The Jura coast road at the north end of Craighouse
The Jura coast road at the north end of Craighouse
Craighouse on Jura This is one of the larger settlements on Jura.  The island has no large villages, small hamlets are about the largest centres of population.  The island has many times more deer than people.
Craighouse on Jura
This is one of the larger settlements on Jura. The island has no large villages, small hamlets are about the largest centres of population. The island has many times more deer than people.
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Cnoc a' Bhuntàta is located at Grid Ref: NR5266 (Lat: 55.830461, Lng: -5.9578799)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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