Gil Conagar

Valley in Ross-shire

Scotland

Gil Conagar

Mullach na h-Airde Bige Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day.
Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Hill number: 4947
Height: 182m / 597ft
Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
Class: Hu,1
Grid ref: NB026188 (est)
Drop: 128m
Col: 54m  NB044194
Mullach na h-Airde Bige Credit: Rude Health

Gil Conagar is a small rural valley located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated amidst the picturesque Scottish Highlands, it is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The valley is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green meadows, and dense forests, making it a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The primary feature of Gil Conagar is the River Conon, which flows through the valley, providing a scenic backdrop and a source of water for the surrounding vegetation. The river is also popular among anglers, attracting visitors who come to fish for salmon and trout.

The valley is sparsely populated, with only a handful of small settlements dotting its landscape. These settlements consist of traditional stone cottages and farmhouses, maintaining the valley's rustic charm. The local community is close-knit, with residents often engaging in agricultural activities and traditional crafts.

The area offers a range of outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. There are numerous trails and paths that wind through the valley, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. Wildlife is abundant in Gil Conagar, with sightings of red deer, golden eagles, and red squirrels being common.

Although Gil Conagar may be remote, it is not without amenities. The nearby town of Dingwall provides essential services such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Additionally, there are a few cozy bed and breakfast accommodations in the valley, allowing visitors to experience the tranquility of the Scottish countryside firsthand.

Overall, Gil Conagar is a hidden gem in Ross-shire, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustle of city life and a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of nature.

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Gil Conagar Images

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Mullach na h-Airde Bige Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day.
Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Hill number: 4947
Height: 182m / 597ft
Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
Class: Hu,1
Grid ref: NB026188 (est)
Drop: 128m
Col: 54m  NB044194
Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige Hill number: 4947 Height: 182m / 597ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB026188 (est) Drop: 128m Col: 54m NB044194
Steep Climb From Landing Point For Mullach na h-Airde Bige Our boatman Neil was a little worried by the steep climb up from our landing point. It proved to be no problem for Douglas Law, Alan Holmes, George Morl, Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer, Martin Richardson, Mark Smith, Richard Tibbetts and Colin Crawford who were soon on top of the HuMP, Mullach na h-Airde Bige.
Steep Climb From Landing Point For Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Our boatman Neil was a little worried by the steep climb up from our landing point. It proved to be no problem for Douglas Law, Alan Holmes, George Morl, Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer, Martin Richardson, Mark Smith, Richard Tibbetts and Colin Crawford who were soon on top of the HuMP, Mullach na h-Airde Bige.
Eoranish More Bagged on a RIB trip with 8 others to the HuMPs north of Loch Resort. Looking west towards Mullach na h-Airde Bige.
Name: Eoranish More
Hill number: 104363
Height: 158m / 518ft
Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
Class: 1
Grid ref: NB032188 (est)
Drop: 79m
Col: 79m
Eoranish More
Bagged on a RIB trip with 8 others to the HuMPs north of Loch Resort. Looking west towards Mullach na h-Airde Bige. Name: Eoranish More Hill number: 104363 Height: 158m / 518ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB032188 (est) Drop: 79m Col: 79m
View Across Loch Gruineabhat View across Loch Gruineabhat and beyond to the subHuMP Aineabhal which is the next hill on our bagging list today.
View Across Loch Gruineabhat
View across Loch Gruineabhat and beyond to the subHuMP Aineabhal which is the next hill on our bagging list today.
Crossing Damp Moorland Crossing damp moorland after descending from Eoranish More and heading towards Aineabhal.
Crossing Damp Moorland
Crossing damp moorland after descending from Eoranish More and heading towards Aineabhal.
Rubha Geodha nan Sgarbh The entrance to Loch Tealasvay is well concealed close to the right of the picture.
Rubha Geodha nan Sgarbh
The entrance to Loch Tealasvay is well concealed close to the right of the picture.
House and Outbuildings at Tamnabhaigh
House and Outbuildings at Tamnabhaigh
Loch Tamnabhaigh Aird Bheag to left of image and Tamana Sear to right
Loch Tamnabhaigh
Aird Bheag to left of image and Tamana Sear to right
Loch Cheann Chuisil This sheltered loch offers anchorage during stormy weather
Loch Cheann Chuisil
This sheltered loch offers anchorage during stormy weather
The head of Gleann Sgaladail The lower picture shows ruined shielings with a burn running through.
The head of Gleann Sgaladail
The lower picture shows ruined shielings with a burn running through.
Ruined shielings in Gleann Sgaladail
Ruined shielings in Gleann Sgaladail
Gleann Sgaladail burn meets Loch Tamnabhaigh
Gleann Sgaladail burn meets Loch Tamnabhaigh
Moorland above Loch Tamnabhaigh
Moorland above Loch Tamnabhaigh
Bridge over Abhainn Tamnabhaig
Bridge over Abhainn Tamnabhaig
Mol Tealasbhaigh Even in this remote inlet on the Atlantic Western Seaboard of Harris there is much evidence of plastic litter
Mol Tealasbhaigh
Even in this remote inlet on the Atlantic Western Seaboard of Harris there is much evidence of plastic litter
Aird Bheag Number 1 Aird Bheag on the shore of Loch Hamnaway
Aird Bheag
Number 1 Aird Bheag on the shore of Loch Hamnaway
Ard Bheag Landing Place This is the point where stores etc are landed for the house at Ard Bheag. A rough and very ancient and fairly steep path leads from the sea up to the house.
Ard Bheag Landing Place
This is the point where stores etc are landed for the house at Ard Bheag. A rough and very ancient and fairly steep path leads from the sea up to the house.
Tamana Sear
Tamana Sear
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Gil Conagar is located at Grid Ref: NB0319 (Lat: 58.064443, Lng: -7.0352234)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.064443,-7.0352234
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Lat/Long: 58.06539/-7.04225
Tob Cul na h-Airde
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 58.0665327/-7.0402919
Tob Cul na h-Airde Bige
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 58.066964/-7.035142
Aird Sleitinis
Natural: cape
Lat/Long: 58.0670221/-7.0381429
Tatarol
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 58.0653219/-7.0328126
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