A' Chreag Liath

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

A' Chreag Liath

Eriskay, seen from Rubha Mealabhaig on South Uist Eriskay is a fairly small island, perhaps best known as the location of &quot;Whisky Galore&quot;. Its summit is Beinn Sciathan, 185m in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NF7911">NF7911</a>. The causeway from South Uist can be seen on the right, and beyond Eriskay is the island of Barra. — Eriskay, seen from Rubha Mealabhaig on South Uist Credit: Michael Earnshaw

A' Chreag Liath, located in Inverness-shire, Scotland, is a prominent coastal feature that encompasses a headland and point. This geological formation is known for its stunning natural beauty and picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.

Situated on the western coast of Scotland, A' Chreag Liath offers magnificent vistas of the vast Atlantic Ocean. The headland juts out into the sea, creating a distinctive shape that is visible from miles away. Its steep cliffs, rising to impressive heights, add to the dramatic appeal of the area.

The rocky terrain of A' Chreag Liath is made up of a combination of hard igneous and metamorphic rocks, which have been shaped by millions of years of erosion by the sea. This has resulted in the creation of sea caves, arches, and stacks, adding further intrigue to the landscape.

The headland is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including seabirds like guillemots and razorbills, which nest on the cliffs. The area is often visited by wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers, who are drawn by the abundance of avian life.

A' Chreag Liath is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, photography, and sightseeing. The coastal path that winds along the headland provides visitors with breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and the open sea.

In summary, A' Chreag Liath is a captivating coastal feature in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Its stunning cliffs, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking vistas make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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A' Chreag Liath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.090811/-7.294631 or Grid Reference NF7912. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eriskay, seen from Rubha Mealabhaig on South Uist

Eriskay is a fairly small island, perhaps best known as the location of "Whisky Galore". Its summit is Beinn Sciathan, 185m in NF7911. The causeway from South Uist can be seen on the right, and beyond Eriskay is the island of Barra.

Michael Earnshaw

RÃ²isinis

Caolas Eirisgeigh, the Sound of Eriskay with a view over Calbhaigh (the island where the whisky exporting SS Politician ended up) from South Uist. Ròisinis has several ruins and a path in from the now inhabited part of Eriskay.

Richard Webb

Southern shore of South Uist

White sandy beach and gneiss outcrops on the Sound of Eriskay.

Richard Webb

Calbhaigh and Caolas Eirisgeigh

The small island between Eriskay and South Uist was the last resting place of the SS Politician and a large, but rapidly diminishing cargo of whisky. A view from Roineabhal on South Uist of the sea east of the Eriskay Causeway.

Richard Webb

Calbhaigh

The eastern side of the island.

Richard Webb

RÃ²isinis

The northeastern corner of Eriskay.

Richard Webb

Beinn Sciathan on Eriskay/Eiriosgaigh

View from South Uist.

Sandy Gerrard

Rear of Stone Commemorating opening of Eriskay Causeway in 2002

Sandy Gerrard

Causeway between Eriskay and South Uist

View from South Uist.

Sandy Gerrard

Tide turning on an Eriskay beach

The tide is just lapping at the outer rocks on the beach.

AlastairG

Tide creeping up on an Eriskay shoreline

The same rocky gully as in NF7811 : Tide turning on an Eriskay beach two hours later, after an outdoor meal at the local restaurant. Just enough breeze to keep the midges away.

AlastairG

Rubha Chlaidh on Eriskay

Translating as 'the headland of the graveyard' it's easy to see why as the graveyard is on the top of the grassy rise. This beach is the one Peter May, in his book "The Lewis Man", calls Charlie's Beach. See also NF7811 : Rubha Chlaidh for another view of the beach.

AlastairG

Beach at Rubha Chlaidh

Sandy Gerrard

Road onto Eriskay

Hugh Venables

Rosinish, Eriskay

A rather soggy path leading through the old settlement at Rosinish.

Gordon Hatton

Ruined croft at Rosinish.

Maybe this was once a traditional 'black house', though the windows look a trifle large. Note that the photographer's rather dated OS map shows the Anglicised 'Rosinish', whereas the up to date map extract on the website shows the Gaelic form [Roisinis].

Gordon Hatton