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An Doirlinn

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

An Doirlinn

Rainbow over the machair Sunshine ahead of an impending rain shower.
Rainbow over the machair Credit: Alan Pickup

An Doirlinn is a rugged headland located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated along the coastline, this prominent feature juts out into the sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the open waters beyond.

The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that rise high above the crashing waves below. The rocky terrain is dotted with patches of green vegetation, adding a splash of color to the otherwise stark landscape. Visitors to An Doirlinn can explore the area on foot, taking in the sights and sounds of the ocean as they walk along the coastline.

An Doirlinn is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The headland provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

Overall, An Doirlinn is a picturesque coastal feature that showcases the rugged beauty of the Scottish coastline. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous outing, this headland offers something for everyone to enjoy.

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An Doirlinn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.130408/-7.4065066 or Grid Reference NF7317. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rainbow over the machair Sunshine ahead of an impending rain shower.
Rainbow over the machair
Sunshine ahead of an impending rain shower.
Derelict croft house Derelict croft house at Geàrraidh na Mònadh.
Derelict croft house
Derelict croft house at Geàrraidh na Mònadh.
Beach at Garrynamonie Looking towards Orasaigh Island
Beach at Garrynamonie
Looking towards Orasaigh Island
Road to North Boisdale Heading along a minor road towards this South Uist crofting community.
Road to North Boisdale
Heading along a minor road towards this South Uist crofting community.
An Doirlinn jetty A tricky one to locate on the map, the largest available scale placing the jetty just within this square. The jetty is in an unusual place being attached to the tiny islet of An Doirlinn, halfway between 'mainland' South Uist and the offshore tidal island of Orasaigh. Access to the jetty and both islands depends on the state of the tide.
An Doirlinn jetty
A tricky one to locate on the map, the largest available scale placing the jetty just within this square. The jetty is in an unusual place being attached to the tiny islet of An Doirlinn, halfway between 'mainland' South Uist and the offshore tidal island of Orasaigh. Access to the jetty and both islands depends on the state of the tide.
Vegetation on Orasaigh There must be dozens of Orasaigh/Orasay/Oronsay etc islands around the west coast of Scotland, the name meaning a high tide island, which this one is. Perhaps the best known is Oronsay with its ruined priory at the SW end of Colonsay.
Vegetation on Orasaigh
There must be dozens of Orasaigh/Orasay/Oronsay etc islands around the west coast of Scotland, the name meaning a high tide island, which this one is. Perhaps the best known is Oronsay with its ruined priory at the SW end of Colonsay.
Traigh na Doirlinn Part of the huge sandy beach that stretches most of the way down the west coast of South Uist.
Traigh na Doirlinn
Part of the huge sandy beach that stretches most of the way down the west coast of South Uist.
The net station A smell of rotting seaweed in the air reminds one that this is the net station, where presumably fishing nets could be both manufactured and repaired. However, all is quiet here now apart from the clanging of corrugated iron in the wind, as the place seems deserted, no doubt due to the decline in traditional fishing from the Uists. The nearest building appears in good order, but those beyond are showing signs of decay.
The net station
A smell of rotting seaweed in the air reminds one that this is the net station, where presumably fishing nets could be both manufactured and repaired. However, all is quiet here now apart from the clanging of corrugated iron in the wind, as the place seems deserted, no doubt due to the decline in traditional fishing from the Uists. The nearest building appears in good order, but those beyond are showing signs of decay.
Abandoned house near Baghasdal [2] Twelve years on almost to the day I found myself taking the same view as that taken by Greg Morss in 2007. He reported that the roof was still sound, but now there are holes and further decay seems inevitable.
Abandoned house near Baghasdal [2]
Twelve years on almost to the day I found myself taking the same view as that taken by Greg Morss in 2007. He reported that the roof was still sound, but now there are holes and further decay seems inevitable.
South Boisdale: postbox № HS8 54 and phone These two red objects stand in a small enclosure, and face away from the road. The postbox is emptied at noon on weekdays and at 7:15am on Saturdays.
South Boisdale: postbox № HS8 54 and phone
These two red objects stand in a small enclosure, and face away from the road. The postbox is emptied at noon on weekdays and at 7:15am on Saturdays.
North Boisdale: postbox № HS8 50 This postbox is emptied at noon on weekdays and at 7:15am on Saturdays. It may have been moved here since the post office closed in around 2000 (it had originally opened in December 1949).
North Boisdale: postbox № HS8 50
This postbox is emptied at noon on weekdays and at 7:15am on Saturdays. It may have been moved here since the post office closed in around 2000 (it had originally opened in December 1949).
Tree trunks in the dunes Collected off the beach but then left and not used.
Tree trunks in the dunes
Collected off the beach but then left and not used.
Nissen hut on the machair North of Smeircleit.
Nissen hut on the machair
North of Smeircleit.
Stooks on the machair Traditional harvesting on the South Uist machair.
Stooks on the machair
Traditional harvesting on the South Uist machair.
Junction at Leth Meadhanach Looking towards the ruined blackhouse <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1369839">NF7417 : Black House, An Leth Meadhanach</a>.
Junction at Leth Meadhanach
Looking towards the ruined blackhouse NF7417 : Black House, An Leth Meadhanach.
Lobster pots, Orasaigh
Lobster pots, Orasaigh
Hardstanding at top of slipway With a small boat and a pile of lobster pots.
Hardstanding at top of slipway
With a small boat and a pile of lobster pots.
Looking out from Orasaigh A tidal island on the west coast of South Uist.
Looking out from Orasaigh
A tidal island on the west coast of South Uist.
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An Doirlinn is located at Grid Ref: NF7317 (Lat: 57.130408, Lng: -7.4065066)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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