Eilean a' Phuirt Aonaraich

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean a' Phuirt Aonaraich

TÃ²rr MÃ²r quarry pier from Bull Hole Bull Hole is a sheltered channel between Eilean nam Ban and the Ross of Mull, which forms a convenient anchorage for any vessel with a shallow enough draft. This includes the Iona ferry, which beds down tied to the island each night. The pier and buildings here are associated with the granite quarry at Tòrr Mòr and the jetty would have provided a secure place to tie up boats exporting the product elsewhere, out of the swiftly flowing tide in the Hole itself. It&#039;s looking a bit decrepit now, however, and what boats are here are pulled up safely on the grass above the beach. — TÃ²rr MÃ²r quarry pier from Bull Hole Credit: Andy Waddington

Eilean a' Phuirt Aonaraich is a small island located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is situated in the Inner Hebrides, on the western coast of Scotland. The island is approximately 0.2 square kilometers in size and is known for its picturesque landscapes and rich history.

The island is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of birds, otters, and seals. Its rugged coastline is dotted with rocky cliffs and small sandy beaches, providing a habitat for a variety of marine life.

Eilean a' Phuirt Aonaraich has a long and intriguing history. It is believed to have been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence of ancient settlements and burial sites found on the island. The ruins of a medieval castle can also be seen, which once served as a stronghold for the local clan chiefs.

Today, the island attracts visitors who are interested in exploring its natural beauty and historical sites. It offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting. Many visitors also come to enjoy the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere of the island, as it is a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Access to Eilean a' Phuirt Aonaraich is primarily by boat, with regular ferry services available from the nearby mainland. The island provides a unique and authentic experience for those seeking a remote and unspoiled destination in the Scottish countryside.

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Eilean a' Phuirt Aonaraich Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.34462/-6.3560483 or Grid Reference NM3025. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

TÃ²rr MÃ²r quarry pier from Bull Hole

Bull Hole is a sheltered channel between Eilean nam Ban and the Ross of Mull, which forms a convenient anchorage for any vessel with a shallow enough draft. This includes the Iona ferry, which beds down tied to the island each night. The pier and buildings here are associated with the granite quarry at Tòrr Mòr and the jetty would have provided a secure place to tie up boats exporting the product elsewhere, out of the swiftly flowing tide in the Hole itself. It's looking a bit decrepit now, however, and what boats are here are pulled up safely on the grass above the beach.

Andy Waddington

Eilean Dubh na Ciste

Eilean Dubh na Ciste is a rocky skerry at the NNE end of Bull Hole, a narrow channel and anchorage between Iona and the Ross of Mull. Its advantage from my perspective is that the two main rocks are linked by a small sandy tombolo beach which provides a convenient place to land a sea kayak and wander around getting the best views. This view looks northwards to more skerries outside Kinta harbour, where the water is a lot calmer than on my last visit NM3125 : Paddling into the sun - Eilean Corrach.

Andy Waddington

Landing on Eilean Dubh na Ciste

Eilean Dubh na Ciste is a rocky skerry at the NNE end of Bull Hole, a narrow channel and anchorage between Iona and the Ross of Mull. Its advantage from my perspective is that the two main rocks are linked by a small sandy tombolo beach which provides a convenient place to land a sea kayak and wander around getting the best views. This is the full extent of the beach - my back is almost against the rocks looking over my landing spot towards the bay south of Kintra.

Andy Waddington

Sand on Eilean Dubh na Ciste

Eilean Dubh na Ciste is a rocky skerry at the NNE end of Bull Hole, a narrow channel and anchorage between Iona and the Ross of Mull. Its advantage from my perspective is that the two main rocks are linked by a small sandy tombolo beach which provides a convenient place to land a sea kayak and wander around getting the best views. These are the rocks on the eastern edge of the beach, beyond which lie the shallow bays and rocky coast hiding the settlement of Kintra.

Andy Waddington

Rock-hopping towards Rubh na Cearc, Ross of Mull

Like most sea kayaking trips, we'd chosen our time of day to get the tides working for us - soon after this shot was taken, the ebb tide was whisking us south down the Sound of Iona with very little effort on our part. That meant that we were passing Rubha na Cearc close to the top of the tide (and getting towards evening). These skerries look a lot bigger on the map and on aerial photos which are mostly shot near low tide. Even with this much water covering them, the small swell was causing the occasional breaking wave, one of which had just knocked Pete somewhat off-course, needing a swift reactive steering stroke to avoid the biggest barnacle-encrusted bit of granite.

Andy Waddington