Aird a' Mhaide

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Aird a' Mhaide

End of the road at Ãird MhÃ²r Credit: Hugh Venables

Aird a' Mhaide is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated on the western coast of the Scottish Highlands, it is known for its stunning natural beauty and rugged landscape. Aird a' Mhaide is classified as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Atlantic Ocean.

The headland is characterized by its steep cliffs, which provide breathtaking views of the surrounding area. From the top, visitors can witness the powerful waves crashing against the rocks below, creating a dramatic and awe-inspiring sight. The headland is also home to a diverse range of marine and bird species, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The name "Aird a' Mhaide" translates to "Point of the Timber" in English. This name is believed to have originated from the historical practice of timber floating in the nearby River Beauly, where logs were transported to be used in the construction of ships. The headland's strategic location has also played a role in its historical significance, with evidence of ancient settlements and fortifications dating back to prehistoric times.

Today, Aird a' Mhaide continues to attract visitors from all over the world who come to admire its natural beauty and explore the surrounding area. The headland offers various walking trails, allowing visitors to experience the stunning coastal scenery up close. Additionally, the nearby town of Inverness provides ample accommodation options and amenities for those wishing to stay and explore the area further.

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Aird a' Mhaide Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.51313/-7.2720426 or Grid Reference NF8459. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

End of the road at Ãird MhÃ²r

Hugh Venables

Ocean on the west side of the causeway to North Uist

Gordon Brown

NCN780 on Grimsay

Looking east, Loch an Fhaing on the left and Eaval, North Uist, in the distance.

M J Richardson

Signpost on Grimsay

The house beyond the end of Loch an Fhaing is marked as a Post Office on the map, but the may not be up to date information.

M J Richardson

Bus stop and post box on Grimsay

At the road-end of a loop that leaves the main road [A865].

M J Richardson

House on Grimsay

Looking across Bog Cotton from the A865.

M J Richardson

Gairbh-eilean

Mick Garratt

Barp Hacklett Cairn

One cannot be absolutely sure if this is the cairn as the OS map doesn't give a detailed site, but as it is the only pile of stones on a green protuberance on an otherwise rather squelchy moor, then one would suggest that this is it.

Gordon Hatton

Moorcroft Campsite at low tide

Sandy Gerrard

Eilean an t-Seagail

Seating located at a parking spot just off the A865 near Baile Glas on Benbecula.

Steve Houldsworth

East from Creag nan Speireag

Some 200m from the Hebridean Way path which probably cuts the corner of this square and provides some very 'soft' walking over damp moors. This diversion to a low rise gives a view eastwards towards the oddly shaped Loch Carabhat and distant Eabhal.

Gordon Hatton

View towards Loch nan Garbh Chlachan

Peat and heather moorland stretch away towards the shores of Loch nan Garbh Chlachan where a line of stepping stones are visible, beyond which in an adjoining square is Dun Ban on an islet. Magnifying the image brings up what looks like some remains of walls at the dun. In the distance is the familiar outline of Eabhal.

Gordon Hatton

Caravat Barp chambered cairn and shieling

Large Neolithic long cairn and later historic shieling or shelter (Scale 1m). Link

Sandy Gerrard

Carinish stone circle

Sadly the road cuts through this stone circle. Link

Sandy Gerrard

Thatch at Cladach Chairinis

David Purchase

Baile Glas, Grimsay

Hamlet on the causewayed road between Benbecula and North Uist. Link

Colin Smith

Sand Flats at Grimsay

Tidal flats between Grimsay (foreground) and North Uist (background). Eaval / Eabhal is the distinctive mountain.

Colin Smith

Grimsay: the post office

The island has had a post office since 2 May 1880 and its current location is in a room of the subpostmistress's house, visible here at the end of her long track driveway. The familiar oval sign stands at the end of the drive. The post office is open for business from 9am, until 12 noon on Mondays and Tuesdays and for an hour longer on Wednesdays.

Chris Downer

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Aird a' Mhaide is located at Grid Ref: NF8459 (Lat: 57.51313, Lng: -7.2720426)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands