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An Caolas Barrach

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Inverness-shire

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An Caolas Barrach

Lingeigh island In the Sound of Barra/An Caolas Barrach, seen from 3.7km away on Eriskay/Eirisgeigh.
Lingeigh island Credit: M J Richardson

An Caolas Barrach is a small body of water located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a sea loch, which is an inlet of the sea that extends inland. The loch is surrounded by rugged, mountainous terrain, making it a picturesque and secluded spot.

The waters of An Caolas Barrach are calm and clear, ideal for fishing and boating. The loch is home to a variety of marine life, including seals, otters, and seabirds. The surrounding area is also rich in wildlife, with deer and other animals often spotted roaming the hillsides.

At the mouth of the loch, where it meets the sea, there is a small sandy beach that is popular with locals and tourists alike. The beach offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and is a great spot for picnicking or simply relaxing by the water.

Overall, An Caolas Barrach is a tranquil and beautiful spot in the Scottish Highlands, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the countryside.

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An Caolas Barrach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.068975/-7.3706473 or Grid Reference NF7410. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lingeigh island In the Sound of Barra/An Caolas Barrach, seen from 3.7km away on Eriskay/Eirisgeigh.
Lingeigh island
In the Sound of Barra/An Caolas Barrach, seen from 3.7km away on Eriskay/Eirisgeigh.
Lingeigh from Eriskay Lingeigh is rather pudding shaped when seen from Traigh Leis beach on Eriskay.
Lingeigh from Eriskay
Lingeigh is rather pudding shaped when seen from Traigh Leis beach on Eriskay.
Hornais on the Isle of Fuday.
Hornais on the Isle of Fuday.
Dolphins off the coast of Fuday, Sound of Barra Taken from the Eriskay - Barra ferry in June 2010, off the coast of Fuday.
Dolphins off the coast of Fuday, Sound of Barra
Taken from the Eriskay - Barra ferry in June 2010, off the coast of Fuday.
Lingeigh The small, green island of Lingeigh as seen from Am Baile on Eriskay. I don't think Lingeigh was ever inhabited (it certainly isn't now) - but the aerial views suggest that there is some kind of roofless walled structure near the north coast at NF7528611627
Lingeigh
The small, green island of Lingeigh as seen from Am Baile on Eriskay. I don't think Lingeigh was ever inhabited (it certainly isn't now) - but the aerial views suggest that there is some kind of roofless walled structure near the north coast at NF7528611627
Lingeigh from the air over the Sound of Barra En route to Barra. Further north are the beaches of North and South Boisdale on South Uist and, between them, the small just-offshore island of Orasaigh.
Lingeigh from the air over the Sound of Barra
En route to Barra. Further north are the beaches of North and South Boisdale on South Uist and, between them, the small just-offshore island of Orasaigh.
Rocky east coast of Fuideigh
Rocky east coast of Fuideigh
Looking towards Fuday from Eriskay
Looking towards Fuday from Eriskay
Fuday The coast of the island of Fuday north of Rubha Carraig-chrom.
Fuday
The coast of the island of Fuday north of Rubha Carraig-chrom.
Hornais The point at the north of the island of Fuday in the Sound of Barra.
Hornais
The point at the north of the island of Fuday in the Sound of Barra.
Tràigh Bhàn Beach on Fuday in the Sound of Barra.
Tràigh Bhàn
Beach on Fuday in the Sound of Barra.
Mushroom Isle The tiny isle of Lingeigh lies in the middle of the Sound of Barra, the five mile stretch of water separating Barra from South Uist. The name Lingeigh means "heather isle" but unusually in the vicinity it seems to be completely devoid of heather. There is however a luxuriant growth of field mushrooms.
Mushroom Isle
The tiny isle of Lingeigh lies in the middle of the Sound of Barra, the five mile stretch of water separating Barra from South Uist. The name Lingeigh means "heather isle" but unusually in the vicinity it seems to be completely devoid of heather. There is however a luxuriant growth of field mushrooms.
Landing on Lingeigh Lingeigh is bound on all sides by rocks but in calm conditions landing in a small boat is possible on the southeast side. The coast of South Uist is visible in the distance.
Landing on Lingeigh
Lingeigh is bound on all sides by rocks but in calm conditions landing in a small boat is possible on the southeast side. The coast of South Uist is visible in the distance.
Lingeigh
Lingeigh
Lingeigh An intriguing island in the Sound of Barra.
Lingeigh
An intriguing island in the Sound of Barra.
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An Caolas Barrach is located at Grid Ref: NF7410 (Lat: 57.068975, Lng: -7.3706473)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

Also known as: Sound Of Barra

What 3 Words

///enlighten.intruded.allergy. Near Lochboisdale, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Sound Of Barra An Caolas Barrach

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