Beiris Geodha Beag

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Beiris Geodha Beag

Loch Garenin Sea loch below the Black House Village.
Loch Garenin Credit: Oliver Dixon

Beiris Geodha Beag is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is classified as a headland or point due to its geographical characteristics. This stunning landform is situated along the rugged coastline, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

Beiris Geodha Beag is characterized by its rocky cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea. The headland extends out into the waters of the North Atlantic Ocean, creating a natural barrier between the land and the open sea. The cliffs are composed of various rock types, including sandstone and limestone, which have been weathered over time by the powerful waves and coastal erosion.

The headland is also known for its diverse wildlife and natural beauty. It provides a habitat for a variety of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. In addition, the coastal waters around Beiris Geodha Beag are home to seals and dolphins, adding to the area's charm and appeal.

Visitors to Beiris Geodha Beag can enjoy coastal walks along the cliff tops, taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the vast expanse of the ocean. The headland is also a great place for photography, with its dramatic cliffs and crashing waves providing plenty of opportunities for capturing stunning images.

Overall, Beiris Geodha Beag is a captivating coastal feature in Ross-shire, Scotland. Its rugged cliffs, diverse wildlife, and stunning views make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Beiris Geodha Beag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.285434/-6.822966 or Grid Reference NB1743. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch Garenin Sea loch below the Black House Village.
Loch Garenin
Sea loch below the Black House Village.
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.
Loch Garenin Stony bay at the head of Loch Garenin which is open to north-westerly winds.
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Loch Garenin
Stony bay at the head of Loch Garenin which is open to north-westerly winds. LinkExternal link
Loch Garenin Small inlet at the blackhouse village.
Loch Garenin
Small inlet at the blackhouse village.
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
Na Gearranan and Loch Garenin The village stands above a small sea loch named after the village. From this angle you can see that the rear roofs of the last two houses have not (yet?) been thatched.
Na Gearranan and Loch Garenin
The village stands above a small sea loch named after the village. From this angle you can see that the rear roofs of the last two houses have not (yet?) been thatched.
Looking across to Sgeir Lainganish
Looking across to Sgeir Lainganish
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Beiris Geodha Beag is located at Grid Ref: NB1743 (Lat: 58.285434, Lng: -6.822966)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///winners.spearhead.withdraw. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.285434,-6.822966
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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