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Mol Garbh

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Mol Garbh

Taransay - View from top of Neishnaval Loch na Moine is in the mid foreground with the north and south sandy bays that separate west and east Taransay beyond. Taransay's Marilyn top, Beinn Ra, 267m is on the right skyline with the hills of South Harris to the left
Taransay - View from top of Neishnaval Credit: Peter Standing

Mol Garbh is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is classified as a headland or point and is situated on the western coast of the county, overlooking the North Atlantic Ocean. It is positioned approximately 9 miles northwest of the town of Ullapool.

The name "Mol Garbh" translates to "rough mound" in Scottish Gaelic, which accurately reflects the rugged and wild nature of this coastal formation. It is characterized by steep cliffs and rocky outcrops, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding coastal landscape. These cliffs are often subjected to strong winds and crashing waves, adding to the dramatic beauty of the area.

The headland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various seabirds nesting and soaring along the cliffs. Additionally, the surrounding waters are known for their rich marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and wildlife enthusiasts.

Due to its remote location, Mol Garbh offers a sense of tranquility and seclusion, attracting visitors who seek solace in nature. Hikers and nature lovers can explore the headland via coastal walking paths, which offer stunning vistas of the North Atlantic and the nearby Summer Isles.

Overall, Mol Garbh is a captivating coastal feature in Inverness-shire, providing a unique blend of rugged beauty, diverse wildlife, and a peaceful atmosphere for those who venture to this remote corner of Scotland.

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Mol Garbh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.890767/-7.036945 or Grid Reference NB0100. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Taransay - View from top of Neishnaval Loch na Moine is in the mid foreground with the north and south sandy bays that separate west and east Taransay beyond. Taransay's Marilyn top, Beinn Ra, 267m is on the right skyline with the hills of South Harris to the left
Taransay - View from top of Neishnaval
Loch na Moine is in the mid foreground with the north and south sandy bays that separate west and east Taransay beyond. Taransay's Marilyn top, Beinn Ra, 267m is on the right skyline with the hills of South Harris to the left
Northwest Shoulder of Beinn na h-Uidhe A view from the shoulder of Beinn na h-Uidhe looking across the abandoned village of Uidhe to the sandbar connecting Taransay to Aird Mhanais.
Northwest Shoulder of Beinn na h-Uidhe
A view from the shoulder of Beinn na h-Uidhe looking across the abandoned village of Uidhe to the sandbar connecting Taransay to Aird Mhanais.
Taransay/Tarasaigh from the road side at Sheileboist
Taransay/Tarasaigh from the road side at Sheileboist
Beinn na h-Uidhe Bagged after Ben Raah with Alex Cameron, Jim Bloomer and Martin Richardson on a lovely sunny afternoon. Name: Beinn na h-Uidhe Hill number: 104394 Height: 137m / 449ft Area: 24B: Harris and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB020004 (est) Drop: 59m Col: 78m NB017012
Beinn na h-Uidhe
Bagged after Ben Raah with Alex Cameron, Jim Bloomer and Martin Richardson on a lovely sunny afternoon. Name: Beinn na h-Uidhe Hill number: 104394 Height: 137m / 449ft Area: 24B: Harris and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB020004 (est) Drop: 59m Col: 78m NB017012
Lower Slopes Of Ben Raah [Beinn Rà] Climbing up the lower slopes of Ben Raah [Beinn Rà] on Taransay.
Lower Slopes Of Ben Raah [Beinn Rà]
Climbing up the lower slopes of Ben Raah [Beinn Rà] on Taransay.
View Towards A Distant Ceapabhal A view towards a distance Ceapabhal on South Harris from the lower slopes of Ben Raah [Beinn Rà]. Loch an Dùin and Loch Sionadail are seen on Taransay.
View Towards A Distant Ceapabhal
A view towards a distance Ceapabhal on South Harris from the lower slopes of Ben Raah [Beinn Rà]. Loch an Dùin and Loch Sionadail are seen on Taransay.
Natural Arch Taransay Taransay is an Island off the SW Coast of the Isle of Harris
Natural Arch Taransay
Taransay is an Island off the SW Coast of the Isle of Harris
Taransay/Tarasaigh from Seilebost About 3km across a calm, blue Sound of Taransay/Caolas Tharasaigh.
Taransay/Tarasaigh from Seilebost
About 3km across a calm, blue Sound of Taransay/Caolas Tharasaigh.
Lower slopes of Beinn Ra Much of Taransay is covered in a mixture of bare rock at an easy angle or thin peaty soil. The rock is Lewisian gneiss, of great age.
Lower slopes of Beinn Ra
Much of Taransay is covered in a mixture of bare rock at an easy angle or thin peaty soil. The rock is Lewisian gneiss, of great age.
Mol Vatasater Beach and old field systems on the west side of the sea Loch na h-Uidhe. The hills of North Harris form the skyline.
Mol Vatasater
Beach and old field systems on the west side of the sea Loch na h-Uidhe. The hills of North Harris form the skyline.
Taransay - Loch na h-Uidhe This bothy lies east of the fine beach and is close to a popular anchorage spot
Taransay - Loch na h-Uidhe
This bothy lies east of the fine beach and is close to a popular anchorage spot
Zero Point at NB000000 NB000000 in the western part of Taransay is one of the 22 land based zero points of the OS grid in Scotland, England & Wales. The point is largely heather but the four squares around it NB0000, NG0099, NF9999 and NA9900 contain many interesting and beautiful features.
Zero Point at NB000000
NB000000 in the western part of Taransay is one of the 22 land based zero points of the OS grid in Scotland, England & Wales. The point is largely heather but the four squares around it NB0000, NG0099, NF9999 and NA9900 contain many interesting and beautiful features.
Loch Cromlach (left) and Loch na Gaoithe (right), Taransay Loch Uir, (which is half in and half out of this grid square) is in the distance, left of centre. The shore near Paibell (location of the island's holiday cottages) is in the distance to the top right of the picture. Taken from just below the summit of Benn na h-Uidhe.
Loch Cromlach (left) and Loch na Gaoithe (right), Taransay
Loch Uir, (which is half in and half out of this grid square) is in the distance, left of centre. The shore near Paibell (location of the island's holiday cottages) is in the distance to the top right of the picture. Taken from just below the summit of Benn na h-Uidhe.
The Golden Beach of Loch na h-Uidhe, Taransay Taken on a glorious day at the end of May, 2008, on a kayaking trip to Taransay.
The Golden Beach of Loch na h-Uidhe, Taransay
Taken on a glorious day at the end of May, 2008, on a kayaking trip to Taransay.
Loch na h-Uidhe, Taransay South Harris in the background
Loch na h-Uidhe, Taransay
South Harris in the background
Taransay Beach Loch na h-Uidhe
Taransay Beach
Loch na h-Uidhe
Beinn na h-Uidhe The Sound of Taransay and the Castaway site are visible beyond.
Beinn na h-Uidhe
The Sound of Taransay and the Castaway site are visible beyond.
Loch an Duin The Dun in this lochan can be reached via these stepping stones
Loch an Duin
The Dun in this lochan can be reached via these stepping stones
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Mol Garbh is located at Grid Ref: NB0100 (Lat: 57.890767, Lng: -7.036945)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///lawn.wildfires.brambles. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Loch na h-Ùidhe Clach an Teampaill Mol Garbh Port a' Bhàta

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Loch na h-Uidhe
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 57.8919026/-7.0443482
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Beinn na h-Ùidhe
Ele: 137
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 57.8939098/-7.0311303
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Mol Garbh
Natural: cape
Lat/Long: 57.8909685/-7.0367205
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Port a´Bhata
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 57.8916122/-7.0370946
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