Geodh' a' Chaisteil

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Geodh' a' Chaisteil

Track to Loch Scolpaig Loch Scolpaig has an island tower, just visible extreme left. According to Wikipedia &quot;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.&quot; — Track to Loch Scolpaig Credit: Gordon Brown

Geodh' a' Chaisteil, also known as Castle Haven, is a coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. This headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs and stunning views of the surrounding coastline. The name "Castle Haven" is derived from the presence of a small ruined castle that sits atop the headland, adding to the area's historical charm.

Geodh' a' Chaisteil is a popular destination for visitors seeking to explore the natural beauty of the Scottish coast. The headland offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography, with its dramatic cliffs providing a picturesque backdrop for outdoor activities.

The area is also rich in wildlife, with seabirds such as gannets and puffins often seen nesting on the cliffs. In addition, seals can often be spotted basking on the rocks below, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Overall, Geodh' a' Chaisteil is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the rugged beauty of the Scottish coastline. Its stunning views, historical significance, and abundant wildlife make it a truly unique and unforgettable location.

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Geodh' a' Chaisteil Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.66155/-7.4832414 or Grid Reference NF7376. 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 &quot;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.&quot;

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."

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. Link

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.

View from Calarnais View from Calarnais over bay to the West

View from Calarnais

View from Calarnais over bay to the West

Dun in Loch an Eilean Picture taken from East side of the Loch

Dun in Loch an Eilean

Picture taken from East side of the Loch

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.

Reedbed, Loch an Eilean Looking westwards across a reedbed occupying a large part of Loch an Eilean. The hill in the background is Beinn Scolpaig.

Reedbed, Loch an Eilean

Looking westwards across a reedbed occupying a large part of Loch an Eilean. The hill in the background is Beinn Scolpaig.

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.

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Geodh' a' Chaisteil is located at Grid Ref: NF7376 (Lat: 57.66155, Lng: -7.4832414)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Eilean nan Gillean Caisteal Odair Geodh' a' Chaisteil

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Bàgh Blàsguidh

Natural: bay

Lat/Long: 57.6601216/-7.4880769

Eilean nan Gillean

Natural: cape

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