Eoranish Beg

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Eoranish Beg

Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean An erratic boulder between Loch nan Uidhean and Loch na Creage
Lionta in the Aird Mhor. — Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean Credit: Marc Calhoun

Eoranish Beg is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the western coast of the country, it is characterized as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Atlantic Ocean. The headland is located approximately 6 miles northwest of Gairloch and 10 miles southwest of Ullapool.

Eoranish Beg boasts stunning natural beauty, with its rugged cliffs and dramatic coastal scenery. The headland offers breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts alike. Visitors can marvel at the sheer cliffs that plunge into the sea, as well as observe various bird species that inhabit the area, including gulls, kittiwakes, and fulmars.

The headland is also known for its rich marine life. The waters surrounding Eoranish Beg are home to a diverse range of marine species, including seals, dolphins, and occasionally even whales. As a result, the area is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and provides ample opportunities for birdwatching, seal-spotting, and marine mammal sightings.

Eoranish Beg is easily accessible via a coastal path, which offers a pleasant and scenic walk for visitors. The headland is also a great spot for picnicking or simply enjoying the peace and tranquility of the Scottish coastline.

Overall, Eoranish Beg is a magnificent coastal feature that showcases the raw beauty of Scotland's western coast. Its stunning cliffs, abundant wildlife, and panoramic vistas make it a must-visit destination for those seeking an authentic coastal experience in Ross-shire.

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Eoranish Beg Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.056884/-7.023447 or Grid Reference NB0318. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean

An erratic boulder between Loch nan Uidhean and Loch na Creage Lionta in the Aird Mhor.

Marc Calhoun

Mullach na h-Airde Bige

Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige Hill number: 4947 Height: 182m / 597ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB026188 (est) Drop: 128m Col: 54m NB044194

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Steep Climb From Landing Point For Mullach na h-Airde Bige

Our boatman Neil was a little worried by the steep climb up from our landing point. It proved to be no problem for Douglas Law, Alan Holmes, George Morl, Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer, Martin Richardson, Mark Smith, Richard Tibbetts and Colin Crawford who were soon on top of the HuMP, Mullach na h-Airde Bige.

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Eoranish More

Bagged on a RIB trip with 8 others to the HuMPs north of Loch Resort. Looking west towards Mullach na h-Airde Bige. Name: Eoranish More Hill number: 104363 Height: 158m / 518ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB032188 (est) Drop: 79m Col: 79m

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Aineabhal Summit Cairn

Bagged with Jim Bloomer, Colin Crawford and George Morl. on a lovely day for September. Only 4 out of 9 of Alan Holmes RIB trip bagged this P98 today. Name: Aineabhal Hill number: 7098 Height: 166m / 545ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1,sHu Grid ref: NB053197 (est) Drop: 98m Col: 68m NB063198

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View Across Loch Gruineabhat

View across Loch Gruineabhat and beyond to the subHuMP Aineabhal which is the next hill on our bagging list today.

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Crossing Damp Moorland

Crossing damp moorland after descending from Eoranish More and heading towards Aineabhal.

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Sneathabhal Mor

Third HuMP around the north of Loch Resort via an Alan Holmes RIB trip. Just a brilliant trip. Name: Sneathabhal Mor Hill number: 4949 Height: 175m / 574ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB043177 (est) Drop: 114m Col: 61m NB054178

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Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean]

Last of four HuMPs around the north of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. The summit is one of 3 tops in a line with the middle rocky top being lower than the tops on either side. Name: Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean] Hill number: 4948 Height: 177m / 581ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB024175 (est) Drop: 122m Col: 55m NB039176

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Boulder on North Shore of Loch Reasort

Reached this point after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig. While sitting here the bay was circled by a golden eagle.

Pete Lynn

House and Outbuildings at Tamnabhaigh

JJM

Loch Tamnabhaigh

Aird Bheag to left of image and Tamana Sear to right

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Bridge over Abhainn Tamnabhaig

Mike Dunn

Mol Tealasbhaigh

Even in this remote inlet on the Atlantic Western Seaboard of Harris there is much evidence of plastic litter

JJM

Aird Bheag

Number 1 Aird Bheag on the shore of Loch Hamnaway

JJM

Ard Bheag Landing Place

This is the point where stores etc are landed for the house at Ard Bheag. A rough and very ancient and fairly steep path leads from the sea up to the house.

JJM