A' Chròic

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Argyllshire

Scotland

A' Chròic

New house at Cloiche Farm Built in a typical Tiree style with pitch roofs the house has all modern conveniences, including a poly-tunnel and solar panels.
New house at Cloiche Farm Credit: Alpin Stewart

A' Chròic, located in Argyllshire, Scotland, is a captivating coastal feature that stands as a prominent headland. This stunning point is situated on the western coast, overlooking the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. With its rugged cliffs and picturesque views, A' Chròic is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.

The headland is characterized by its towering heights, reaching up to 100 meters above sea level. The steep cliffs are composed of ancient rock formations, displaying a variety of colors and textures. These cliffs provide a natural habitat for numerous bird species, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

A' Chròic offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding seascape. On clear days, visitors can witness the meeting of the sky and the ocean, resulting in a mesmerizing display of hues. The headland also provides a perfect vantage point to observe the waves crashing against the rocky shoreline, creating a dramatic and awe-inspiring spectacle.

The area surrounding A' Chròic is rich in marine life, with seals often seen basking on the nearby rocks. The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including wildflowers and grasses that thrive in the coastal environment.

Access to A' Chròic is relatively easy, with a well-maintained coastal path leading to the headland. The path offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area, with occasional benches allowing for moments of contemplation and relaxation.

Overall, A' Chròic is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the rugged beauty of Argyllshire. Whether it be for its breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, or tranquil surroundings, this headland offers a memorable experience for all who visit.

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A' Chròic Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.675502/-6.5258117 or Grid Reference NM2262. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New house at Cloiche Farm Built in a typical Tiree style with pitch roofs the house has all modern conveniences, including a poly-tunnel and solar panels.
New house at Cloiche Farm
Built in a typical Tiree style with pitch roofs the house has all modern conveniences, including a poly-tunnel and solar panels.
Burial Ground and dunes at Torastan
Burial Ground and dunes at Torastan
Loch a' Mhill Aird A view over Loch a' Mhill Aird on northern Coll.
Loch a' Mhill Aird
A view over Loch a' Mhill Aird on northern Coll.
Moorland north of Loch a' Mhill Aird Rough ground situated to the north of Loch a' Mhill Aird on northern Coll.
Moorland north of Loch a' Mhill Aird
Rough ground situated to the north of Loch a' Mhill Aird on northern Coll.
Track at Torastan A track leading from the B8072 road on Coll to Torastan. As in many places on Coll, the bedrock outcrops here. This is composed of the Scourian Gneisses - Metagranodiorite and Gneissose. these metamorphic rocks were formed approximately 2500 to 4000 million years ago.

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Track at Torastan
A track leading from the B8072 road on Coll to Torastan. As in many places on Coll, the bedrock outcrops here. This is composed of the Scourian Gneisses - Metagranodiorite and Gneissose. these metamorphic rocks were formed approximately 2500 to 4000 million years ago. Reference: geology of Britain Viewer: LinkExternal link
A' Chròic A short scramble is required to gain this rocky summit.

Name: A' Chròic
Hill number: 10525
Height: 43m / 141ft
Parent (Ma/M): none
Area: 17F: Coll and Tiree
Class: 0
Grid ref: NM 22957 62779
Summit feature: rock outcrop
Drop: 30m
Col: 13m  NM229626
A' Chròic
A short scramble is required to gain this rocky summit. Name: A' Chròic Hill number: 10525 Height: 43m / 141ft Parent (Ma/M): none Area: 17F: Coll and Tiree Class: 0 Grid ref: NM 22957 62779 Summit feature: rock outcrop Drop: 30m Col: 13m NM229626
Beart an Fhir Eighth TuMP of the day with Iain Brown and Martin Richardson.

Name: Beart an Fhir
Hill number: 10509
Height: 56m / 184ft
Parent (Ma/M): none
Area: 17F: Coll and Tiree
Class: 0
Grid ref: NM 24756 62699
Summit feature: grassy outcrop
Drop: 30m
Col: 26m  NM255622
Beart an Fhir
Eighth TuMP of the day with Iain Brown and Martin Richardson. Name: Beart an Fhir Hill number: 10509 Height: 56m / 184ft Parent (Ma/M): none Area: 17F: Coll and Tiree Class: 0 Grid ref: NM 24756 62699 Summit feature: grassy outcrop Drop: 30m Col: 26m NM255622
Isle of Coll: sunset over Tràigh Gharbh Below us, a substantial but apparently unnamed stream winds its way into the sea at an impressive sandy beach.
Isle of Coll: sunset over Tràigh Gharbh
Below us, a substantial but apparently unnamed stream winds its way into the sea at an impressive sandy beach.
Isle of Coll: an unnamed stream reaches the sea Looking along the final stretch of an unnamed but fairly substantial river as it nears its journey's end.
Isle of Coll: an unnamed stream reaches the sea
Looking along the final stretch of an unnamed but fairly substantial river as it nears its journey's end.
Isle of Coll: Tràigh Gharbh Looking along this fine sandy beach, with accompanying rocks both onshore and offshore, at dusk.
Isle of Coll: Tràigh Gharbh
Looking along this fine sandy beach, with accompanying rocks both onshore and offshore, at dusk.
Isle of Coll: dual carriageway on the B8072 A small section of 'dual carriageway' on this narrow road with passing places heading to the north of the island. The back of the corresponding sign for oncoming traffic can also be seen.
Isle of Coll: dual carriageway on the B8072
A small section of 'dual carriageway' on this narrow road with passing places heading to the north of the island. The back of the corresponding sign for oncoming traffic can also be seen.
Isle of Coll: arriving at Torastan beach The track leads to the top of the narrow strip of dunes, bringing us out onto this view across a superb sandy bay, separated from the next bay by a sand-bar which is almost a mini-tombolo. The isle of Rum looms large on the horizon.
Isle of Coll: arriving at Torastan beach
The track leads to the top of the narrow strip of dunes, bringing us out onto this view across a superb sandy bay, separated from the next bay by a sand-bar which is almost a mini-tombolo. The isle of Rum looms large on the horizon.
Isle of Coll: a wave breaks at Torastan beach Looking across a few low rocks along Torastan beach. The sand-bar ahead connects to a couple of outlying rocks which are separate at low tide.
Isle of Coll: a wave breaks at Torastan beach
Looking across a few low rocks along Torastan beach. The sand-bar ahead connects to a couple of outlying rocks which are separate at low tide.
Isle of Coll: rocks to the west of Torastan beach Looking across the bay from the western edge. The Isle of Rum looms large in the distance.
Isle of Coll: rocks to the west of Torastan beach
Looking across the bay from the western edge. The Isle of Rum looms large in the distance.
With bike and dog on Coll
With bike and dog on Coll
Wet and boggy area North of Loch na Cloiche
Wet and boggy area North of Loch na Cloiche
Rocky ground north of Loch na Cloiche
Rocky ground north of Loch na Cloiche
Coll - Killunaig - Grave enclosure To the west of the B8072 at a location called Killunaig (Cill Ionnaig) there is an old burial ground and the remains of a church. This grave with surrounding metal enclosure is near to the gate.
Coll - Killunaig - Grave enclosure
To the west of the B8072 at a location called Killunaig (Cill Ionnaig) there is an old burial ground and the remains of a church. This grave with surrounding metal enclosure is near to the gate.
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A' Chròic is located at Grid Ref: NM2262 (Lat: 56.675502, Lng: -6.5258117)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.675502,-6.5258117
Natural: rock
Source: OS7
Tidal: yes
Lat/Long: 56.6794756/-6.522422
Sloc a' Bhuailt
Lang: gd
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 56.6762524/-6.5293755
Rubh' a Bhinnein
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 56.6757013/-6.5329268
A' Chroic
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 56.6748238/-6.525143
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6729901/-6.5197393
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6727277/-6.5208042
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6724536/-6.5218797
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6722282/-6.5228212
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.671904/-6.5240926
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6715635/-6.5250072
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6710684/-6.526174
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 56.6725702/-6.5245638
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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