Brionn Pholl

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Argyllshire

Scotland

Brionn Pholl

Slopes of Beinn Eolasary A sharp reentrant which is marked as a fault on the solid geology map.
Slopes of Beinn Eolasary Credit: Richard Webb

Brionn Pholl, located in Argyllshire, Scotland, is a picturesque coastal area that encompasses a sea, estuary, and creek, making it a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The name Brionn Pholl translates to "the nose of the pool" in English, which aptly describes its geographical features.

The area is characterized by its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, rugged cliffs, and pristine sandy beaches. The sea surrounding Brionn Pholl offers breathtaking views and is ideal for various water-based activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and sailing. The crystal-clear waters are teeming with marine life, making it a popular spot for divers and anglers.

The estuary of Brionn Pholl is formed by the convergence of river channels, resulting in a unique ecosystem where saltwater and freshwater mix. This creates a rich habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna, including various species of fish, birds, and plants. It is a haven for birdwatchers, as numerous species can be spotted, including herons, gulls, and terns.

Additionally, Brionn Pholl boasts a charming creek that meanders through the landscape, adding to its scenic beauty. The creek is flanked by lush vegetation and serves as a vital water source for the surrounding flora and fauna.

Visitors to Brionn Pholl can enjoy peaceful walks along the coastline, exploring the sandy beaches, and immersing themselves in the tranquility of nature. The area is also popular with photographers and artists who are drawn to its rugged landscapes and ever-changing seascapes.

In summary, Brionn Pholl in Argyllshire is a captivating coastal area that showcases the beauty of Scotland's natural landscapes. With its sea, estuary, and creek, it offers a diverse range of outdoor activities and is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Brionn Pholl Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.471821/-6.2483693 or Grid Reference NM3839. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Slopes of Beinn Eolasary A sharp reentrant which is marked as a fault on the solid geology map.
Slopes of Beinn Eolasary
A sharp reentrant which is marked as a fault on the solid geology map.
Top layer of the cake: Beinn Eolasary The highest lava flow in Ulva's traps makes an impressive crag. The rock is very slippery though as I found out the hard way when trying to get through at a weakness.
Top layer of the cake: Beinn Eolasary
The highest lava flow in Ulva's traps makes an impressive crag. The rock is very slippery though as I found out the hard way when trying to get through at a weakness.
Summit, Beinn Eolasary A flat basalt table on top of Ulva's highest trap lava flow.
Summit, Beinn Eolasary
A flat basalt table on top of Ulva's highest trap lava flow.
On Beinn Eolasary The crags are the upper lava flow on Ulva, the top layer in the stepped landscape of the island.
On Beinn Eolasary
The crags are the upper lava flow on Ulva, the top layer in the stepped landscape of the island.
Dry stone dyke, Ulva A wall running across the island between Beinn Eolasary and Beinn Chreagach, the two main hills.
Dry stone dyke, Ulva
A wall running across the island between Beinn Eolasary and Beinn Chreagach, the two main hills.
The lochan on Beinn an Lochain, Ulva Trap landscape seen from moorland on Beinn Chreagach
The lochan on Beinn an Lochain, Ulva
Trap landscape seen from moorland on Beinn Chreagach
Traps, Beinn Eolasary Ulva's distinctive stepped landscape, seen from Beinn Chreagach.
Traps, Beinn Eolasary
Ulva's distinctive stepped landscape, seen from Beinn Chreagach.
Beinn Chreagach, Ulva View from Beinn Eolasary showing the Ulva trap landscape formed by successive lava flows.
Beinn Chreagach, Ulva
View from Beinn Eolasary showing the Ulva trap landscape formed by successive lava flows.
South side of Ulva Looking along the coast from near Cille Mhic Eoghainn. I escaped the coastal plain by the skyline ridge which was "interesting".  Little Colonsay is the larger island in the background.
South side of Ulva
Looking along the coast from near Cille Mhic Eoghainn. I escaped the coastal plain by the skyline ridge which was "interesting". Little Colonsay is the larger island in the background.
South side path, Ulva West of Cragaig, it is a matter of luck using the path in Summer. I was lucky, a quadbike had passed recently but the path was choked after the big nose above Cille Mhic Eoghainn.  Bracken is quite an adversary on Ulva.
South side path, Ulva
West of Cragaig, it is a matter of luck using the path in Summer. I was lucky, a quadbike had passed recently but the path was choked after the big nose above Cille Mhic Eoghainn. Bracken is quite an adversary on Ulva.
Ruin, Ulva One of many ruins along the south coast.
Ruin, Ulva
One of many ruins along the south coast.
South side path, Ulva A break from the bracken at the foot of a steep nose descending from Beinn Eolasary. This is the opposite side to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5532272">NM3939 : Fractured cliff</a>
South side path, Ulva
A break from the bracken at the foot of a steep nose descending from Beinn Eolasary. This is the opposite side to NM3939 : Fractured cliff
South side of Ulva A steep basalt escarpment rises above a narrow coastal plain which was once densely populated.
South side of Ulva
A steep basalt escarpment rises above a narrow coastal plain which was once densely populated.
Coastal plain, Ulva View from the steep scarp running the length of Ulva's south coast towards Little Colonsay and Staffa. This was once a densely populated area and there are many ruins.
Coastal plain, Ulva
View from the steep scarp running the length of Ulva's south coast towards Little Colonsay and Staffa. This was once a densely populated area and there are many ruins.
Tràigh Bhàn and Little Colonsay White sand beaches on the south side of Ulva with Little Colonsay and Iona beyond.
Tràigh Bhàn and Little Colonsay
White sand beaches on the south side of Ulva with Little Colonsay and Iona beyond.
Cille Mhic Eoghainn Burial ground on the south side of Ulva. View from the top of a steep rocky nose used by deer and myself to escape the coastal plain.
Cille Mhic Eoghainn
Burial ground on the south side of Ulva. View from the top of a steep rocky nose used by deer and myself to escape the coastal plain.
Ruin, Ulva Looking down a steep nose of basalt towards the ruins near Cille Mhic Eoghainn
Ruin, Ulva
Looking down a steep nose of basalt towards the ruins near Cille Mhic Eoghainn
View of Beinn Eolasary, Ulva Trap landscape formed by successive lava flows.
View of Beinn Eolasary, Ulva
Trap landscape formed by successive lava flows.
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Brionn Pholl is located at Grid Ref: NM3839 (Lat: 56.471821, Lng: -6.2483693)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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