Uidhe Gharbh

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Uidhe Gharbh

Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond. — Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Credit: Gus Macdonald

Uidhe Gharbh is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that extends out into the sea, forming a distinctive point along the coastline. The name "Uidhe Gharbh" is derived from Scottish Gaelic and translates to "rough point" in English, which accurately represents the rugged nature of this coastal formation.

The headland of Uidhe Gharbh is characterized by its steep cliffs, which rise dramatically from the crashing waves below. These cliffs are composed of ancient rock formations, providing a glimpse into the geological history of the area. The exposed rock faces exhibit layers of sedimentary rocks, showcasing the processes of deposition and erosion that have shaped the landscape over millions of years.

The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The grassy slopes and cliff edges support a variety of plant species, including hardy coastal grasses, wildflowers, and mosses. Seabirds such as gulls, fulmars, and puffins can often be seen nesting on the cliffs, taking advantage of the abundance of fish in the surrounding waters.

The views from Uidhe Gharbh are breathtaking, offering panoramic vistas of the coastline and the vast expanse of the sea beyond. Visitors can enjoy the spectacle of crashing waves against the cliffs and the ever-changing colors of the sky and water.

Due to its natural beauty and ecological significance, Uidhe Gharbh is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers. It provides an opportunity to immerse oneself in the raw power and beauty of the Scottish coast, making it a must-visit location in Ross-shire.

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Uidhe Gharbh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.221608/-6.8041755 or Grid Reference NB1835. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha

Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.

Gus Macdonald

Craft workshop in Kirkibost

One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.

Gus Macdonald

Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost

Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour

Gus Macdonald

View towards Circebost Pier

David Martin

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

Croftland, Circebost, Great Bernera

Looking across Loch Ròg an Ear (East Loch Roag) towards Eilean Chearstaigh.

Claire Pegrum

Lazy beds below Cnoc Righseodh, Great Bernera/BeÃ rnaraigh

Claire Pegrum

Shieling above Tob ChÃ¨urabhagh, Great Bernera/BeÃ rnaraigh

Tob Chèurabhagh is a bay at the southern end of Loch Riosaigh.

Claire Pegrum

Stepping stones across Loch nan Geadraisean, Great Bernera/BeÃ rnaraigh

The OS 1:25,000 map shows the body of water to be called Loch na Muilne this side of the stepping stones and Loch nan Geadraisean beyond. On the OS 1:50,000 map it is all called Loch nan Geadraisean.

Claire Pegrum

Mill lade, Breacleit Norse mill, Great Bernera/BeÃ rnaraigh

The lade carried water to the mill from Loch na Muilne. See Link

for information about the mill.

Claire Pegrum

Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/BeÃ rnaraigh

From Discovery and Excavation in Scotland, 1976: "On grassy ridge 100m N of road, 25m E of track through Croft 24, Kirkibost. A large prone slab approx. 3.55m x 1.35m, thickness varying from 0.25-0.45m, lying in peat on a grassy ridge. The lower end appears to be surrounded by packing stones and there is a void under the centre of the stone. This stone was brought to our notice by Mr Norman MacDonald of Kirkibost."

Claire Pegrum

Possible fallen standing stone, Circebost, Great Bernera/BeÃ rnaraigh

This stone lies approximately 80m ESE of NB1734 : Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh. The croft owner, who is the grandson of Norman MacDonald who originally brought Callanish XV to archaeologists' attention, believes it to be fallen standing stone.

Claire Pegrum

Looking down at Circebost

Circebost or Kirkibost is a tiny settlement on Great Bernera. This island is now connected to Lewis by a short pre-stressed concrete bridge. In 1953 when it was built it was and remains the first bridge of such material in Europe. The settlemenr is also important as it is the first planned crofting township in the Outer Hebrides, though I think town is a lofty description for such a small group of houses.

Malcolm Neal