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Glendebadel Bay

Bay in Argyllshire

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Glendebadel Bay

Trig Point on Ben Garrisdale Fantastic seascape from Ben Garrisdale trig point - looking across to Mull and Scarba.
Trig Point on Ben Garrisdale Credit: Chris Upson

Glendebadel Bay is a picturesque bay located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It stretches along the western coast of Argyll, nestled between the village of Glendebadel and the larger town of Oban. The bay is characterized by its stunning natural beauty and its tranquil atmosphere.

The bay is formed by a gently curving shoreline, which is lined with sandy beaches and rocky outcrops. The crystal clear waters of the bay are sheltered from the open sea by a series of small islands, creating a calm and serene environment. The bay is surrounded by lush green hills and mountains, providing a dramatic backdrop to the coastal scenery.

Glendebadel Bay is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It offers a range of activities, such as fishing, sailing, and kayaking, as well as opportunities for hiking and exploring the surrounding countryside. The bay is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and various species of seabirds, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts.

The village of Glendebadel, located near the bay, offers a range of amenities for visitors. There are several accommodation options, including bed and breakfasts and self-catering cottages, as well as a handful of restaurants and shops. The nearby town of Oban provides additional amenities and attractions, including a variety of restaurants, pubs, and shops, as well as historic sites such as McCaig's Tower and Dunollie Castle.

Overall, Glendebadel Bay in Argyllshire is a stunning coastal destination, offering a peaceful and natural retreat for visitors to explore and enjoy.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.092167/-5.829783 or Grid Reference NR6195. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trig Point on Ben Garrisdale Fantastic seascape from Ben Garrisdale trig point - looking across to Mull and Scarba.
Trig Point on Ben Garrisdale
Fantastic seascape from Ben Garrisdale trig point - looking across to Mull and Scarba.
North ridge of Ben Garrisdale View north from the triangulation pillar. Scarba was briefly snowcapped.
North ridge of Ben Garrisdale
View north from the triangulation pillar. Scarba was briefly snowcapped.
North ridge of Ben Garrisdale Clear parallel rock ridges showing the steeply tilted bedding of the quartzite.
North ridge of Ben Garrisdale
Clear parallel rock ridges showing the steeply tilted bedding of the quartzite.
Glen Speireig Bay A lovely camping spot on the west coast of Jura. If you can spot the two seagulls sitting on the rocks towards the left of the photo (white dots against the sea), the left hand one is sitting on an egg. Normally there are nests everywhere at this time of year on the rocks and raised beaches, but there were noticeably fewer than normal this year.
Glen Speireig Bay
A lovely camping spot on the west coast of Jura. If you can spot the two seagulls sitting on the rocks towards the left of the photo (white dots against the sea), the left hand one is sitting on an egg. Normally there are nests everywhere at this time of year on the rocks and raised beaches, but there were noticeably fewer than normal this year.
Glendebadel Bay Glendebadel Bay shows the typical coastal scenery for the northern part of the west coast of Jura with broken cliffs and interesting rock features.
Glendebadel Bay
Glendebadel Bay shows the typical coastal scenery for the northern part of the west coast of Jura with broken cliffs and interesting rock features.
Flat grass above cliffs A flat grassy patch above cliffs - home to wild goats of which there are many in this part of Jura.
Flat grass above cliffs
A flat grassy patch above cliffs - home to wild goats of which there are many in this part of Jura.
Glen Debadal Looking up Glen Debadel.
Glen Debadal
Looking up Glen Debadel.
Coastal cliffs south of Glen Debadel It's rough walking right along the coast, much easier to keep high above the cliffs.
Coastal cliffs south of Glen Debadel
It's rough walking right along the coast, much easier to keep high above the cliffs.
Natural Arch An amazing natural arch. This is one of many on the west coast of Jura, which is full of arches, caves, tunnels and other interesting rock features.
Natural Arch
An amazing natural arch. This is one of many on the west coast of Jura, which is full of arches, caves, tunnels and other interesting rock features.
Rubha na h-Uamha-saile Rubha na h-Uamha-saile is the name of the flat rocks jutting into the sea here. Some small pieces of raised beach can be seen above the bottom line of cliffs.
Rubha na h-Uamha-saile
Rubha na h-Uamha-saile is the name of the flat rocks jutting into the sea here. Some small pieces of raised beach can be seen above the bottom line of cliffs.
Ben Garrisdale The top with the triangulation pillar from just below the highest top.
Ben Garrisdale
The top with the triangulation pillar from just below the highest top.
Ben Garrisdale north summit The one with the triangulation pillar, but not the highest point.
Ben Garrisdale north summit
The one with the triangulation pillar, but not the highest point.
Differential erosion, Ben Garrisdale Different beds of quartzite have different resistances to erosion. After tilting to about 70 degrees, this gives rise to a series of sharp ridges and gullies that can be traced for a long distance across the island.
Differential erosion, Ben Garrisdale
Different beds of quartzite have different resistances to erosion. After tilting to about 70 degrees, this gives rise to a series of sharp ridges and gullies that can be traced for a long distance across the island.
Grianan Mòr A small top at the foot of Ben Garrisdale's north ridge.
Grianan Mòr
A small top at the foot of Ben Garrisdale's north ridge.
On the North ridge of Ben Garrisdale Some of the characteristic quarzite ridges on the north side of Ben Garrisdale. View to a shower on the west coast of Jura.
On the North ridge of Ben Garrisdale
Some of the characteristic quarzite ridges on the north side of Ben Garrisdale. View to a shower on the west coast of Jura.
Ben Garrisdale A distant view of a complex hill. The higher summit is to the left, with the top carrying the triangulation pillar on the right.
Ben Garrisdale
A distant view of a complex hill. The higher summit is to the left, with the top carrying the triangulation pillar on the right.
Gleann Speireig The best piece of advice I can give anyone contemplating walking the West coast of Jura is when you find a path - any kind of path - then stick to it. This is hard walking with much climbing and rough going underfoot.
Gleann Speireig
The best piece of advice I can give anyone contemplating walking the West coast of Jura is when you find a path - any kind of path - then stick to it. This is hard walking with much climbing and rough going underfoot.
Feral goats on Glendebadel Beach All along the coast there are feral goats. These are culled by the estate with there being considerable interest in hunting them from German and Austrian nationals in particular.
Feral goats on Glendebadel Beach
All along the coast there are feral goats. These are culled by the estate with there being considerable interest in hunting them from German and Austrian nationals in particular.
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Glendebadel Bay is located at Grid Ref: NR6195 (Lat: 56.092167, Lng: -5.829783)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Lat/Long: 56.089114/-5.8339297
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Port Uamh na Braoisge
Natural: bay
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Lat/Long: 56.0895786/-5.8237072
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Faoileann Bhuidhe
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Lat/Long: 56.0881745/-5.8278511
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Poll Uamha na Seideil
Natural: bay
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Lat/Long: 56.0896919/-5.8345765
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Uamh na Seideil
Natural: cave_entrance
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Lat/Long: 56.0883587/-5.8306492
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