Geodha Braodaig

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Geodha Braodaig

Track to Loch Scolpaig Loch Scolpaig has an island tower, just visible extreme left.  According to Wikipedia "It was built in about 1830 by Dr Alexander MacLeod, who was the factor of the North Uist estate. It was erected to provide employment for the purpose of famine relief."
Track to Loch Scolpaig Credit: Gordon Brown

Geodha Braodaig is a notable coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is classified as a headland or point, characterized by its prominent projection into the sea. Geodha Braodaig is situated on the western coast of Inverness-shire, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the North Atlantic Ocean.

The headland of Geodha Braodaig is formed by the eroded remains of ancient volcanic activity. Composed primarily of basalt rock, it showcases distinctive geological formations, including sea stacks, cliffs, and caves, which have been shaped over millions of years by the relentless force of the ocean. These geological features make Geodha Braodaig a popular attraction for geologists, nature enthusiasts, and photographers.

The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The coastal cliffs provide nesting sites for various seabird species, such as gulls, fulmars, and razorbills. Additionally, the surrounding waters are known to support a rich marine ecosystem, with sightings of seals, dolphins, and occasionally even whales.

Access to Geodha Braodaig is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading visitors to the headland. From there, they can explore the rugged coastline, admire the breathtaking views, and appreciate the raw beauty of Scotland's coastal landscape.

Overall, Geodha Braodaig in Inverness-shire is a captivating coastal feature, offering a unique blend of geological wonders, diverse wildlife, and mesmerizing views.

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Geodha Braodaig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.659593/-7.490149 or Grid Reference NF7276. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track to Loch Scolpaig Loch Scolpaig has an island tower, just visible extreme left.  According to Wikipedia "It was built in about 1830 by Dr Alexander MacLeod, who was the factor of the North Uist estate. It was erected to provide employment for the purpose of famine relief."
Track to Loch Scolpaig
Loch Scolpaig has an island tower, just visible extreme left. According to Wikipedia "It was built in about 1830 by Dr Alexander MacLeod, who was the factor of the North Uist estate. It was erected to provide employment for the purpose of famine relief."
Loch Sgileabhat
Loch Sgileabhat
Outflow from Loch Scolpaig
Outflow from Loch Scolpaig
Remains of boundary, leading to Sloc Rubha
Remains of boundary, leading to Sloc Rubha
Heather at entrance to Scolpaig
Heather at entrance to Scolpaig
Loch Scolpaig
Loch Scolpaig
Old boundary, Ben Scolpaig
Old boundary, Ben Scolpaig
Bagh Sgolpaig
Bagh Sgolpaig
Dun Scolpaig An early 19th century tower built on the site of an earlier broch. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10072/north-uist-loch-scolpaig-dun-scolpaig" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10072/north-uist-loch-scolpaig-dun-scolpaig">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>
Dun Scolpaig
An early 19th century tower built on the site of an earlier broch. LinkExternal link
Unusual island house New house at An Ataireachd Ar'd.
Unusual island house
New house at An Ataireachd Ar'd.
Loch Scolpaig The tower is a 19th Century folly built on the remains of a broch.
Loch Scolpaig
The tower is a 19th Century folly built on the remains of a broch.
Griminish Point The Hasgeir Isles can be seen faint on the horizon.
Griminish Point
The Hasgeir Isles can be seen faint on the horizon.
Natural Arch, Griminish Point Looking ouf from under the arch.
Natural Arch, Griminish Point
Looking ouf from under the arch.
Postbox With Loch Scolpaig behind
Postbox
With Loch Scolpaig behind
Bagh Scolpaig, North Uist Looking westwards across beach in the far north-west of North Uist towards the headland Rubha nan Caorach and the islet Eilean Baile Bharcais.
Bagh Scolpaig, North Uist
Looking westwards across beach in the far north-west of North Uist towards the headland Rubha nan Caorach and the islet Eilean Baile Bharcais.
Settlement ruins, Griminish Evening view of ruined buildings in a former settlement at Griminish.
Settlement ruins, Griminish
Evening view of ruined buildings in a former settlement at Griminish.
Scolpaig Farm and Tower A beautiful location at the NW coast of North Uist.  The tower was built as a folly.
Scolpaig Farm and Tower
A beautiful location at the NW coast of North Uist. The tower was built as a folly.
Bagh Scolpaig An idyllic corner on a beautiful summer's day.  The ground is used entirely for sheep grazing.  There were many parties of bird watchers about.
Bagh Scolpaig
An idyllic corner on a beautiful summer's day. The ground is used entirely for sheep grazing. There were many parties of bird watchers about.
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Geodha Braodaig is located at Grid Ref: NF7276 (Lat: 57.659593, Lng: -7.490149)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///butter.clicker.ruling. Near Lochmaddy, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Rubha Griminis
Natural: cape
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Bàgh Blàsguidh
Natural: bay
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