Inch Kenneth

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Inch Kenneth

Old milepost One of the remaining mileposts on the B8035 road from Salen southwards to join the A849 for the 38 miles from Salen to Fionnphort and the Iona Ferry jetty. These posts on Mull made by Smith, Patterson of Blaydon are the only ones known to have been cast at that foundry that have a date, 1897. This post is on the west side of the road north of Balnahard. — Old milepost Credit: John Hicks

Inch Kenneth is a small island located off the western coast of Scotland, specifically in Argyllshire. With a total land area of about 84 acres, it is part of the Inner Hebrides archipelago. The island is privately owned and is known for its rich history and stunning natural beauty.

Inch Kenneth is home to the ruins of a medieval chapel, which dates back to the 13th century. The chapel, dedicated to Saint Kenneth, was once an important religious site and now stands as a reminder of the island's past. Visitors can explore the ruins and learn about the island's historical significance.

The island's landscape is characterized by rugged cliffs, picturesque beaches, and rolling green hills. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and nearby islands. Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted to spot various seabirds, including puffins, as well as seals and dolphins in the surrounding waters.

Visitors can access Inch Kenneth by boat, and there are guided tours available to explore the island and learn about its history and natural features. The island also offers opportunities for hiking and picnicking, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the peaceful and untouched beauty of the Scottish countryside.

Overall, Inch Kenneth is a hidden gem in Argyllshire, offering a unique blend of history, nature, and tranquility. Whether you are interested in exploring ancient ruins, taking in stunning coastal views, or simply seeking a peaceful escape, this island is a must-visit destination.

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Inch Kenneth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.442487/-6.1575932 or Grid Reference NM4335. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old milepost

One of the remaining mileposts on the B8035 road from Salen southwards to join the A849 for the 38 miles from Salen to Fionnphort and the Iona Ferry jetty. These posts on Mull made by Smith, Patterson of Blaydon are the only ones known to have been cast at that foundry that have a date, 1897. This post is on the west side of the road north of Balnahard.

John Hicks

Rocks on the shore of Loch na Keal at Rubha a'Ghearrain

The low-lying island in the centre of the photo is Samalan Island.

Rod Allday

Inch Kenneth from Gribun

Field gate and track leading from the B8035 at Gribun, Mull, down to the Loch opposite Inch Kenneth island

Peter Evans

Gribun sheep

Very inquisitive and/or hungry sheep along the B8035 at Gribun, Mull - February 2016

Peter Evans

Gribun cattle

Cattle around a ring-feeder on ground below the B8035 at Gribun, Mull. Inch Kenneth island is across the water and Little Colonsay further off to the left.

Peter Evans

Road near Clachandhu

Peter Moore

Cliffs on Mull

The road passes directly below these cliffs. It is very narrow with passing places so you hope not to meet something large coming the other way.

Malcolm Neal

A well indicated benchmark

The arrow of this rivet benchmark is really obvious, unlike many. The OS description is: RIVET E PARA BR OVER ALLTAN NA CAILLICH 1.3M N END. The bridge is shown in NM4534 : On the bridge over the Alltan na Caillich.

Neville Goodman

Marvellous scenery on the Mull coast

The scenery here is wonderful. This bridge NM4535 : Road towards the Bungalow, Loch na Keal over an unnamed stream has a rivet benchmark NM4535 : Benchmark and lichen on it.

Neville Goodman

Benchmark and lichen

The lichen is doing a good job of very slowly obscuring the accompanying arrow of this rivet benchmark (OS description: RIVET E PARA BR 1.3M N END). The bridge parapet is shown in NM4535 : Marvellous scenery on the Mull coast.

Neville Goodman

View to Inch Kenneth

Beyond the parapet of this bridge over an unnamed stream is a narrow strip of coast and a view to Inch Kenneth two squares to the west. There is a rivet benchmark NM4535 : Benchmark on bridge parapet on the central stone of the parapet.

Neville Goodman

Benchmark on bridge parapet

The OS description is: RIVET NW PARA BR 1.6M N END. The bridge is shown in NM4535 : View to Inch Kenneth.

Neville Goodman

Clachandhu from Rubha Baile na h-Airde

This is the point where the "Wilderness coast" of Mull becomes a little more subdued and is accessible to road building - the B8035 cuts across the Ardmeanach peninsula from Loch Scridain, and here drops down to a wide enough coastal plain on the shore of Loch na Keal. The flat area is at its most extensive just at this point, where a reef extends out into Loch na Keal towards Inch Kenneth and has provided enough shelter from the sea for a wide grassy area to form and provide some grazing, hence the habitation.

Andy Waddington

Balnahard from Rubha Baile na h-Airde

Having avoided the "Wilderness coast" by cutting across the Ardmeanach peninsula from Loch Scridain, the road rejoins the coast just north of Balnahard, where an area of low lying grassland provides enough grazing to support a tiny community. The screes, and cliffs behind rising to 200m face west, across a short and shallow stretch of Loch na Keal towards Inch Kenneth. The connecting reef is responsible for the shelter which has helped form the raised beach, now grassy but with a lot of flag iris which, being too tough to graze, thrives whilst other vegetation is kept down by the sheep.

Andy Waddington

Setting sun over Inch Kenneth and Ulva

Looking across the mouth of Loch na Keal to Ulva. The southern part of Inch Kenneth is nearest the camera.

Ian Taylor

Shore of Loch na Keal alongside B8035

The B8035 below steep ground. Inch Kenneth is just offshore, out of view.

Trevor Littlewood

B8035 heading south

As the B8035 heads south at an area known as Gribun it's confined below some very steep ground and Loch Na Keal; here some of the steepness can be seen including the striking cleft of Alltan na Sròine.

Trevor Littlewood