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Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin

Na Crogachan Ice-smoothed rocks at the northern tip of the Isle of Gigha.
Na Crogachan Credit: Anne Burgess

Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin, also known as the Island of Rubh a' Chairn Bhàin, is a small and uninhabited island located off the west coast of Scotland in Argyllshire. It is situated in the Firth of Lorn, approximately 1.5 kilometers north of the mainland.

This island is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs that rise from the surrounding sea. The highest point on the island reaches about 47 meters above sea level. It is predominantly covered in grass and low vegetation, although there are also some areas of heather and bracken.

Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin is part of a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its important geological and ecological features. The island is known for its rich birdlife, including various seabirds such as guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes, which nest on the cliffs.

In addition to its natural beauty, the island also holds historical significance. The ruins of a medieval chapel, dedicated to Saint Brendan, can be found on the northeastern part of the island. It is believed that the chapel was built in the 12th century and was used as a place of worship and pilgrimage.

Access to Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin is possible by boat, and it is a popular destination for birdwatchers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature. The island offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding coastline and is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts.

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Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.719417/-5.7131352 or Grid Reference NR6653. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Na Crogachan Ice-smoothed rocks at the northern tip of the Isle of Gigha.
Na Crogachan
Ice-smoothed rocks at the northern tip of the Isle of Gigha.
Port Righ A sandy cove at the north end of the Isle of Gigha. The name means King's Port, the same as the town of Portree on the Isle of Skye.
Port Righ
A sandy cove at the north end of the Isle of Gigha. The name means King's Port, the same as the town of Portree on the Isle of Skye.
Cnoc nan Gobhar Wet bracken on the slope of Cnoc nan Gobhar, near the north end of the Isle of Gigha.
Cnoc nan Gobhar
Wet bracken on the slope of Cnoc nan Gobhar, near the north end of the Isle of Gigha.
Roadside Dyke On a pleasant day it would be tempting to take a walk to the shore of Bàgh Rubha Ruaidh, of which there is just a glimpse over the top of the dyke.
Roadside Dyke
On a pleasant day it would be tempting to take a walk to the shore of Bàgh Rubha Ruaidh, of which there is just a glimpse over the top of the dyke.
Access Road in the Rain You can tell how wet it is by the drops on the lens, and the drips on the gate. It looks as if the old buildings here have been replaced by a new house, named Balmore.
Access Road in the Rain
You can tell how wet it is by the drops on the lens, and the drips on the gate. It looks as if the old buildings here have been replaced by a new house, named Balmore.
Carragh an Tarbert A distinctive standing stone beside the road at Tarbert on the Isle of Gigha. It is also known as the Druids' Stone, and A Thom, author of 'The standing stones in Argyllshire' and 'Megalithic lunar observatories', considers it to be a lunar obervatory dating from the 1st millennium BC.
Carragh an Tarbert
A distinctive standing stone beside the road at Tarbert on the Isle of Gigha. It is also known as the Druids' Stone, and A Thom, author of 'The standing stones in Argyllshire' and 'Megalithic lunar observatories', considers it to be a lunar obervatory dating from the 1st millennium BC.
East Tarbert Bay In the bay are an offshore fish farm. The ship seems to have been there for at least several days.
East Tarbert Bay
In the bay are an offshore fish farm. The ship seems to have been there for at least several days.
Looking over Tràigh Bhàn If the tide were not so high, the white sand that gives the beach its name would be visible here. The hummock is Cnoc Largie, in the next square.
Looking over Tràigh Bhàn
If the tide were not so high, the white sand that gives the beach its name would be visible here. The hummock is Cnoc Largie, in the next square.
Mooring yacht at Bagh na Doirlinne
Mooring yacht at Bagh na Doirlinne
Bagh na Doirlinne
Bagh na Doirlinne
Kinerarach, Gigha North Gighan farmstead
Kinerarach, Gigha
North Gighan farmstead
Bagh na Doirlinne and Bagh Rubha Ruaidh Gigha. Panoramic shot of the twin beaches taken from Eilean Garbh with Doirlinne to the left and Rubha Ruaidh to the right.
Bagh na Doirlinne and Bagh Rubha Ruaidh
Gigha. Panoramic shot of the twin beaches taken from Eilean Garbh with Doirlinne to the left and Rubha Ruaidh to the right.
Beach at East End of Bagh na Doirlinne One of the many white sanded beaches of Gigha.
Beach at East End of Bagh na Doirlinne
One of the many white sanded beaches of Gigha.
Black sheep in a rushy field View from the main road at Kinerarach.
Black sheep in a rushy field
View from the main road at Kinerarach.
Port Righ, Isle of Gigha A small bay at the very north of the island.
Port Righ, Isle of Gigha
A small bay at the very north of the island.
End of the track, northern tip of Gigha This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island. The concrete structure at the end is the remains of a short-lived ferry slipway - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1291351">NR6654 : "Danger - Unstable Surface"</a> .
End of the track, northern tip of Gigha
This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island. The concrete structure at the end is the remains of a short-lived ferry slipway - see NR6654 : "Danger - Unstable Surface" .
Parking area and track, top end of Gigha This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island.
Parking area and track, top end of Gigha
This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island.
Standing Stone A lichen-encrusted standing stone beside the road at the northern end of Gigha adjacent to East Tarbert Bay.
Standing Stone
A lichen-encrusted standing stone beside the road at the northern end of Gigha adjacent to East Tarbert Bay.
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Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin is located at Grid Ref: NR6653 (Lat: 55.719417, Lng: -5.7131352)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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