Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde

Bay in Ross-shire

Scotland

Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde

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

Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde is a small bay located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands, it offers visitors stunning views of the surrounding landscape and a peaceful, secluded atmosphere.

The bay is nestled between two headlands and features a sandy beach that stretches along its shoreline. The sand is soft and inviting, making it a popular spot for sunbathing and picnicking during the warmer months. The crystal-clear waters of the bay are also appealing for swimming and other water activities.

Surrounded by rugged cliffs and rolling hills, Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Seals can often be spotted basking on the rocks, while seabirds such as gulls and cormorants soar above the bay. The area is also home to a variety of marine life, including dolphins and porpoises, which occasionally visit the bay.

For those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde offers ample opportunities for hiking and walking. There are several trails that wind through the nearby hills, providing breathtaking views of the bay and its surroundings.

Although relatively secluded, the bay is within close proximity to the town of Ullapool, where visitors can find accommodations, restaurants, and shops. The nearby area also boasts several other attractions, including historic sites and nature reserves, making Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde an excellent base for exploring the region.

Overall, Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde is a picturesque and tranquil bay that showcases the beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and range of outdoor activities make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde 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
Burn flowing into Gleann Sgaladail
Burn flowing into Gleann Sgaladail
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
Mocleitean from Aird Bheag with Eilean Mhealasta in the background
Mocleitean from Aird Bheag with Eilean Mhealasta in the background
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
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Tòb Cùl na h-Àirde is located at Grid Ref: NB0219 (Lat: 58.066334, Lng: -7.0404136)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.066334,-7.0404136
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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