Druim a Chruidh

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Druim a Chruidh

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge. — Great Bernera bridges Credit: Catherine Morgan

Druim a Chruidh is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a headland or point that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, offering breathtaking views and natural beauty. The name Druim a Chruidh translates to "ridge of the cattle" in Gaelic, hinting at the area's historical association with farming and agriculture.

Situated on the northwest coast of Scotland, Druim a Chruidh is characterized by its rugged cliffs, rocky terrain, and stunning vistas of the sea. The headland is formed by layers of sedimentary rocks, which have been shaped over centuries by the relentless force of the crashing waves. These geological formations create a dramatic backdrop that is a haven for photographers, nature enthusiasts, and hikers alike.

The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The cliffs provide nesting sites for various seabird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. Visitors may spot seals and dolphins swimming in the waters surrounding Druim a Chruidh, adding to the area's allure.

Access to Druim a Chruidh is relatively straightforward, with a well-defined path that leads to the headland. While the terrain can be challenging, it rewards visitors with awe-inspiring views and a sense of tranquility. The location is a popular spot for walking, birdwatching, and picnicking, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural splendor of the Scottish coast.

Overall, Druim a Chruidh is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the rugged beauty of the Scottish landscape. Its geological formations, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views make it an enchanting destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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Druim a Chruidh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.207307/-6.8414379 or Grid Reference NB1534. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Bernera bridges

The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.

Catherine Morgan

Moorland and loch on Great Bernera

The loch is unnamed on the map, but the Allt Loch an Fheoir flows into it, so this must be Loch an Fheoir. The houses in the distance are on the road south of Bhalasaigh.

Rob Burke

"The Bridge Across the Atlantic"

Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Loch Ionail

Freshwater loch on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Tob Bhalasaigh

Tidal lagoon with a mix of rare seaweeds on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Bernera Bridge

Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh

Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Lewisian Gneiss

Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world. Link

Colin Smith

Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge

Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.

Colin Smith

Cleitir Stone Circle

Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.

Colin Smith

Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Standing stones by Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Loch Ional

A very peaceful place

Gus Macdonald

Great Bernera: the stores and post office

The post office has been relocated to this village store since 1994 when it was in a wooden shed: NB1536 : Great Bernara Post Office. The shop also operates petrol pumps, which are in a layby across the road.

Chris Downer

Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house

This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.

Chris Downer

Great Bernera Road Bridge

Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit). I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.

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