Surrag

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Surrag

The view from Carloway Broch Taken on film in 2002.

The view from just below the broch that overlooks the small village (perhaps just a hamlet) of the same name.
The view from Carloway Broch Credit: Malcolm Neal

Surrag is a stunning coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a prominent headland that juts out into the sea, forming a magnificent point that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

Situated on the northwestern coast of Scotland, Surrag is known for its rugged and dramatic landscape. The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that tower above the crashing waves below, providing a sense of awe and wonder to those who visit. The cliffs are composed of ancient rocks, displaying a variety of colors and textures, which add to the area's natural beauty.

Surrag is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers, thanks to its rich biodiversity and picturesque scenery. The headland is home to a wide range of plant and animal species, including seabirds, seals, and various coastal plants. Visitors can often spot gannets, puffins, and other seabirds nesting on the cliffs, adding to the region's charm.

The area surrounding Surrag is also steeped in history. Ruins of ancient fortifications can be found on the headland, serving as a reminder of its strategic importance in times past. Exploring these ruins provides visitors with a glimpse into the area's fascinating past and offers a sense of connection to those who came before.

Surrag is easily accessible, with a well-maintained walking path that allows visitors to explore its beauty. Whether it's enjoying the panoramic views, observing the diverse wildlife, or delving into the rich history, Surrag offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Surrag Images

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The view from Carloway Broch Taken on film in 2002.

The view from just below the broch that overlooks the small village (perhaps just a hamlet) of the same name.
The view from Carloway Broch
Taken on film in 2002. The view from just below the broch that overlooks the small village (perhaps just a hamlet) of the same name.
Crofts, Borghastan Traditional field strips descending to the Loch Charlabhaig shoreline, with pier, from the crofts above.
Crofts, Borghastan
Traditional field strips descending to the Loch Charlabhaig shoreline, with pier, from the crofts above.
Rubha nan Gearranan Seen across Loch Garenin from the blackhouse village.
Rubha nan Gearranan
Seen across Loch Garenin from the blackhouse village.
Druidigeo and northern corner of Loch Dubh na Glaic Cliffs of Druidigeo with the northern corner of loch Dubh na Glaic just showing below Cnoc Leathann.
Druidigeo and northern corner of Loch Dubh na Glaic
Cliffs of Druidigeo with the northern corner of loch Dubh na Glaic just showing below Cnoc Leathann.
Ben Laimishader Try and park before turning circle at road end. The old track to the abandoned village and lazy beds is a gem in places. I saw a pair of Sea Eagles while bagging this coastal HuMP.
Name: Ben Laimishader [Aird Laimishader]
Hill number: 4955
Height: 115m / 377ft
Parent (Ma/M): 1577  Beinn Bhragair
Section: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
County/UA: Na h-Eileanan Siar [Western Isles] (UA)
Island: Lewis and Harris
Class: HuMP, Tump (100-199m)
Grid ref: NB179427 (est)
Drop: 100m
Col: 15m  NB196436
Ben Laimishader
Try and park before turning circle at road end. The old track to the abandoned village and lazy beds is a gem in places. I saw a pair of Sea Eagles while bagging this coastal HuMP. Name: Ben Laimishader [Aird Laimishader] Hill number: 4955 Height: 115m / 377ft Parent (Ma/M): 1577 Beinn Bhragair Section: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands County/UA: Na h-Eileanan Siar [Western Isles] (UA) Island: Lewis and Harris Class: HuMP, Tump (100-199m) Grid ref: NB179427 (est) Drop: 100m Col: 15m NB196436
Ben Borrowston Bagged on the way back to car after Ben Laimishader.
Name: Ben Borrowston
Hill number: 12561
Height: 85m / 279ft
Parent (Ma/M): 1577  Beinn Bhragair
Section: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands
County/UA: Na h-Eileanan Siar [Western Isles] (UA)
Island: Lewis and Harris
Class: Tump (0-99m)
Grid ref: NB188427 (est)
Drop: 61m
Col: 24m  NB185428
Ben Borrowston
Bagged on the way back to car after Ben Laimishader. Name: Ben Borrowston Hill number: 12561 Height: 85m / 279ft Parent (Ma/M): 1577 Beinn Bhragair Section: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands County/UA: Na h-Eileanan Siar [Western Isles] (UA) Island: Lewis and Harris Class: Tump (0-99m) Grid ref: NB188427 (est) Drop: 61m Col: 24m NB185428
A'Bheirigh Headland to the north of Loch Garenin, as seen from the headland to the south.
A'Bheirigh
Headland to the north of Loch Garenin, as seen from the headland to the south.
Roseroot On the last rock at the top of the cliff on the north side of Loch Garenin is a wee plant doing very nicely thank you.
Roseroot
On the last rock at the top of the cliff on the north side of Loch Garenin is a wee plant doing very nicely thank you.
Carloway The village of Carloway and the Pictish Carloway Broch
Carloway
The village of Carloway and the Pictish Carloway Broch
Ben Laimishader trig
Ben Laimishader trig
Looking N from eastern slopes of Ben Laimishader
Looking N from eastern slopes of Ben Laimishader
Loch Carloway from eastern slopes of Ben Laimishader
Loch Carloway from eastern slopes of Ben Laimishader
Approaching Aird Laimisiadair Approaching the light at Aird Laimisiadair with Craigeam off shore
Approaching Aird Laimisiadair
Approaching the light at Aird Laimisiadair with Craigeam off shore
Looking across to Sgeir Lainganish
Looking across to Sgeir Lainganish
Dubh Sgeir Dubh Sgeir is composed of Lewisian Gneiss. The main bulk of the skerry is surrounded by a perimeter of low lying reefs. The lighthouse on Aird Laimisiadair can be seen in the far distance on the right-hand side of the photograph.
Dubh Sgeir
Dubh Sgeir is composed of Lewisian Gneiss. The main bulk of the skerry is surrounded by a perimeter of low lying reefs. The lighthouse on Aird Laimisiadair can be seen in the far distance on the right-hand side of the photograph.
Craigeam, North of Loch Charlabhaigh This Lewisian Gneiss outlier, just North of Loch Charlabhaigh, does not appear on my Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 map.
Craigeam, North of Loch Charlabhaigh
This Lewisian Gneiss outlier, just North of Loch Charlabhaigh, does not appear on my Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 map.
Rubha Bhinndaleim, Loch Charlabhaigh Rubha Bhinndaleim is the headland on the South side of the entrance to Loch Charlabhaigh.
Rubha Bhinndaleim, Loch Charlabhaigh
Rubha Bhinndaleim is the headland on the South side of the entrance to Loch Charlabhaigh.
Western shore of Na Gearrannon bay
Western shore of Na Gearrannon bay
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Surrag is located at Grid Ref: NB1743 (Lat: 58.284952, Lng: -6.8230883)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 58.284952,-6.8230883
Seamark Light Character: Fl
Seamark Light Colour: white
Seamark Light Height: 63
Seamark Light Period: 6
Seamark Light Range: 8
Seamark Light Reference: A 4032
Seamark Name: Aird Laimishader
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 58.2839551/-6.8260188
Aird Laimisiadair
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 58.2839515/-6.826109
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