Port nan Each

Bay in Argyllshire

Scotland

Port nan Each

Ruins of St Cathan's Church Ardminish
Ruins of St Cathan's Church Ardminish Credit: John Ferguson

Port nan Each is a small bay located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the country, this picturesque bay is surrounded by rugged cliffs and rolling green hills. The bay is known for its calm waters and stunning views of the nearby islands of Jura and Islay.

Port nan Each is a popular spot for boating and sailing enthusiasts, with its sheltered waters providing a safe and tranquil environment for water activities. The bay is also a great place for wildlife watching, with seals, otters, and a variety of seabirds often spotted in the area.

Visitors to Port nan Each can enjoy exploring the nearby coastal paths and taking in the breathtaking scenery. The bay is also a great spot for picnicking and relaxing on the sandy shores. In the summer months, the bay comes alive with visitors enjoying the sunshine and taking part in water sports.

Overall, Port nan Each is a charming and peaceful bay that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether you're looking to relax on the beach or explore the surrounding nature, this bay is a must-visit destination in Argyllshire.

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Port nan Each Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.668529/-5.7642157 or Grid Reference NR6348. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruins of St Cathan's Church Ardminish
Ruins of St Cathan's Church Ardminish
Cottage of Tigh nan Cudainnean
Cottage of Tigh nan Cudainnean
Jetty at Port nan Each
Jetty at Port nan Each
Portan Craro Gigha
Portan Craro Gigha
Coast at Carraig Mhic-an-Leister Paps of Jura in the distance
Coast at Carraig Mhic-an-Leister
Paps of Jura in the distance
Refuelling facilities on Gigha With a rather tropical appearance with the Cordyline palms [not really palms, but related to Asparagus] by the pumps, at the Post Office on the island.
Refuelling facilities on Gigha
With a rather tropical appearance with the Cordyline palms [not really palms, but related to Asparagus] by the pumps, at the Post Office on the island.
Achamore House, Gigha A Scottish baronial-style mansion built in 1884 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/38541/gigha-achamore-estate-achamore-house" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/38541/gigha-achamore-estate-achamore-house">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Achamore House, Gigha
A Scottish baronial-style mansion built in 1884 LinkExternal link.
Gigha Village Hall Adjacent to the car park for Achamore House.
Gigha Village Hall
Adjacent to the car park for Achamore House.
Ardminish Stores and Post Office The commercial centre of the Isle of Gigha.
Ardminish Stores and Post Office
The commercial centre of the Isle of Gigha.
Mast and telephone building, Gigha Behind the Post Office and store at Ardminish.
Mast and telephone building, Gigha
Behind the Post Office and store at Ardminish.
Boat House Café and Bar, Gigha Handy for the jetty serving the moorings, and not far from the ferry terminal.
Boat House Café and Bar, Gigha
Handy for the jetty serving the moorings, and not far from the ferry terminal.
Sign with lichens Showing the way to the Boat House Café and Bar <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5429987">NR6548 : Boat House Café and Bar, Gigha</a>, but the writing was on the wrong side for photography! Ardminish Bay, the Sound of Gigha and Kintyre beyond.
Sign with lichens
Showing the way to the Boat House Café and Bar NR6548 : Boat House Café and Bar, Gigha, but the writing was on the wrong side for photography! Ardminish Bay, the Sound of Gigha and Kintyre beyond.
Houses on Gigha Almost at the centre of the island, at Achadh na h-Atha.
Houses on Gigha
Almost at the centre of the island, at Achadh na h-Atha.
Electricity cabin on Gigha I assume this little roadside cabin contains something to do with Gigha's electricity supply.
Electricity cabin on Gigha
I assume this little roadside cabin contains something to do with Gigha's electricity supply.
House at North Ardminish Built between 2005 and 2011 [deduced from Google Earth imagery].
House at North Ardminish
Built between 2005 and 2011 [deduced from Google Earth imagery].
Gigha Gallery Craft workshop, art gallery, tea room, and offices of the Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust at Ardminish
Gigha Gallery
Craft workshop, art gallery, tea room, and offices of the Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust at Ardminish
Gunnera and Primula at Achamore Gardens The gardens are  a highlight of the Island of Gigha - plenty of rambling paths and a delightful informality.
Gunnera and Primula at Achamore Gardens
The gardens are a highlight of the Island of Gigha - plenty of rambling paths and a delightful informality.
The pond at Achamore Marginal primulas and irises, with emergent Potamogeton flowers, and lilies on the far side.
The pond at Achamore
Marginal primulas and irises, with emergent Potamogeton flowers, and lilies on the far side.
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Port nan Each is located at Grid Ref: NR6348 (Lat: 55.668529, Lng: -5.7642157)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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