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Corr Eilean

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Corr Eilean

Isle of Coll airport
Isle of Coll airport Credit: Euan Nelson

Corr Eilean, also known as Kerrera Island, is a small island located off the west coast of Scotland in Argyllshire. Situated approximately two kilometers from the town of Oban, it covers an area of around 7 square kilometers and has a population of around 45 residents.

The island is accessible by a regular ferry service from Oban, making it a popular destination for day trips and outdoor activities. Corr Eilean offers breathtaking natural beauty, with scenic landscapes, rugged coastline, and rolling hills that provide stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Historically, the island has played a significant role in Scotland's history. It was once home to a strategically important castle, Castle Gylen, which was built in the 16th century and served as a stronghold during various conflicts. Today, the castle ruins provide visitors with a glimpse into the island's rich past.

Corr Eilean is also renowned for its diverse wildlife and is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. The island is home to a variety of bird species, including golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and a large colony of guillemots. Additionally, the surrounding waters are teeming with marine life, making it a popular spot for diving and fishing enthusiasts.

Visitors to Corr Eilean can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and kayaking. The island offers well-maintained trails that wind through its picturesque landscapes, providing opportunities for exploration and relaxation.

Overall, Corr Eilean is a picturesque and historically significant island that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in Scotland's natural beauty and rich heritage.

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Corr Eilean Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.583238/-6.6237726 or Grid Reference NM1653. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Isle of Coll airport
Isle of Coll airport
Isle of Coll airport A photograph of the airstrip serving Coll.
Isle of Coll airport
A photograph of the airstrip serving Coll.
Breachacha Castle Breachacha Castle was constructed sometime in the fifteenth century and rapidly became the scene of much internecine feuding between the Coll Macleans and the Duart Macleans.
Breachacha Castle
Breachacha Castle was constructed sometime in the fifteenth century and rapidly became the scene of much internecine feuding between the Coll Macleans and the Duart Macleans.
Breachacha Castle (new) This rather grand-looking mansion was built in 1750 by Hector Maclean, 13th of Coll, and in 1773 entertained Boswell and Johnson.
Breachacha Castle (new)
This rather grand-looking mansion was built in 1750 by Hector Maclean, 13th of Coll, and in 1773 entertained Boswell and Johnson.
Breachacha beach In the background are the 15th and 18th century castles at Breachacha.
Breachacha beach
In the background are the 15th and 18th century castles at Breachacha.
Looking south from Ceann Fasachd Looking due south, and the next bit of land is Islay.
Looking south from Ceann Fasachd
Looking due south, and the next bit of land is Islay.
Looking south-west from Ceann Fasachd The island of Soa and outlying skerries in the distance.
Looking south-west from Ceann Fasachd
The island of Soa and outlying skerries in the distance.
Small rock outcrop on Ceann Fasachd
Small rock outcrop on Ceann Fasachd
Coll machair White and yellow flowers here, but elsewhere the purple of bloody cranesbill stains the banks with colour.
Coll machair
White and yellow flowers here, but elsewhere the purple of bloody cranesbill stains the banks with colour.
Track over the machair This is the track from the parking place to Feall Bay. Vehicles obviously use it to save what is a very pleasant walk, although a sign at the car park asks them not to.
Track over the machair
This is the track from the parking place to Feall Bay. Vehicles obviously use it to save what is a very pleasant walk, although a sign at the car park asks them not to.
There's a corncrake in there somewhere! Coll's machair in full bloom, and the haunting rasp of the corncrake calling. It's in there somewhere but this elusive bird cannot be seen in the long vegetation. The island of Bac Mor (Dutchman's Cap) in the right distance.
There's a corncrake in there somewhere!
Coll's machair in full bloom, and the haunting rasp of the corncrake calling. It's in there somewhere but this elusive bird cannot be seen in the long vegetation. The island of Bac Mor (Dutchman's Cap) in the right distance.
Blue house on a silver beach At Loch Breachacha
Blue house on a silver beach
At Loch Breachacha
Inlet at the east side of Loch Breachacha
Inlet at the east side of Loch Breachacha
Traigh Chrossapol
Traigh Chrossapol
Parking, Coll Aerodrome It may not be an international hub, but Coll has its own airport.
Parking, Coll Aerodrome
It may not be an international hub, but Coll has its own airport.
Cattle, Loch Breachacha
Cattle, Loch Breachacha
Old Breachacha Castle
Old Breachacha Castle
Argyll Air Services Coll Aerodrome Argyll and Bute Council operates Oban Airport, Coll, Colonsay and Glenforsa Aerodromes.
Argyll Air Services Coll Aerodrome
Argyll and Bute Council operates Oban Airport, Coll, Colonsay and Glenforsa Aerodromes.
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Corr Eilean is located at Grid Ref: NM1653 (Lat: 56.583238, Lng: -6.6237726)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///royally.goofy.adapt. Near Arinagour, Argyll & Bute

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Located within 500m of 56.583238,-6.6237726
Natural: rock
Source: OS7
Tidal: yes
Lat/Long: 56.5799881/-6.6257164
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Natural: rock
Source: OS7
Tidal: yes
Lat/Long: 56.5794999/-6.6247336
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Loch Breachacha
Lang: gd
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 56.5843117/-6.6248498
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