The Cherry

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Inverness-shire

Scotland

The Cherry

Inverness Castle Although not very old - it was built in 1835 - the castle occupies the site of an earlier fortress, dominating the River Ness — Inverness Castle Credit: Anne Burgess

The Cherry is a small body of water located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is classified as a sea, estuary, and creek, as it is fed by both freshwater rivers and saltwater from the nearby ocean. The Cherry is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and lush greenery lining its shores.

The Cherry is a popular spot for fishing, with a variety of fish species inhabiting its waters, including salmon, trout, and sea bass. Anglers can often be seen casting their lines from the banks of the Cherry, hoping to reel in a big catch.

The Cherry also serves as a habitat for a diverse array of wildlife, including birds, seals, and otters. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of species along the shores of the Cherry, including herons, ducks, and seagulls.

Overall, The Cherry is a tranquil and scenic body of water that offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside while engaging in outdoor activities such as fishing and birdwatching.

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The Cherry Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.487532/-4.2320526 or Grid Reference NH6646. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inverness Castle

Although not very old - it was built in 1835 - the castle occupies the site of an earlier fortress, dominating the River Ness

Anne Burgess

Clachnaharry Sea Lock

Clachnaharry Sea Lock is at the eastern end of the Caledonian Canal, near Inverness.

Martin Clark

Muirtown Basin

Looking south towards Inverness across Muirtown Basin, at the eastern end of the Caledonian Canal.

Martin Clark

Muirtown Locks

Muirtown Locks on the Caledonian Canal at Inverness.

Martin Clark

Cameron Barracks

Snaik

Kessock Bridge

From the old pier at North Kessock, from which ran the ferry that was replaced by the bridge.

Toby Speight

Inverness Castle

The view of the castle from the bridge on the River Ness.

Nevin Arrow

North Kessock Pier

A vehicle ferry used to operate from here to South Kessock, across the Beauly Firth, until it was replaced by the Kessock Bridge carrying the A9 north in 1982.

Bob Jones

Millburn Academy Inverness

First day of term I believe. The eponymous burn is directly behind where the photograph was taken.

Roger McLachlan

Seafield Road, Longman Industrial Estate

Highland Industrial Supplies a well known feature in this estate. There are any number of builders merchants, car dealers tile shops etc.

Roger McLachlan

Inverness College

Part of the University of the Highlands and Islands. A prominent building when driving into the centre of Inverness. Strictly speaking taken from just outside the square.

Roger McLachlan

Kessock Bridge

Ivor MacKenzie

Eastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness

Pip Rolls

Inglis Street, Inverness

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The Bridge, from the Castle, Inverness

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Inverness Cathedral and the River Ness from the Castle with Dunain Hill top right

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The Falcon's Return, Eastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness

‘The Falcon’s Return’ a larger than life-size statue cast in bronze by local artist, Leonie Gibbs. Surrounding the statue, you’ll find The Baked Potato, Café Centro, Lorimers, Pizza Hut Express and KFC.

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