An Curachan

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Argyllshire

Scotland

An Curachan

Side street with coastal views, near Bowmore
Side street with coastal views, near Bowmore Credit: thejackrustles

An Curachan is a coastal feature located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is a prominent headland that juts out into the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise steeply from the sea, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Situated on the west coast of Scotland, An Curachan is known for its dramatic and picturesque landscape. The headland is composed of rocky outcrops and grassy slopes, and it is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species. Visitors can expect to see a variety of seabirds, such as gannets, puffins, and razorbills, as well as seals and occasionally dolphins in the waters below.

The headland is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It offers numerous opportunities for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. There are several walking trails that wind their way along the cliffs, offering breathtaking views and a chance to explore the unique flora and fauna of the area.

An Curachan is also steeped in history and folklore. It is believed to have been a site of ancient settlements, with archaeological remains dating back thousands of years. The headland is said to have been a lookout point for early inhabitants, providing a strategic vantage point over the ocean.

Overall, An Curachan is a captivating coastal feature in Argyllshire, offering a combination of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical significance. It is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to experience the rugged charm of Scotland's west coast.

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An Curachan Images

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Side street with coastal views, near Bowmore
Side street with coastal views, near Bowmore
Pier end at Bowmore Matching boats moored at the pier.
Pier end at Bowmore
Matching boats moored at the pier.
Holiday cottage view This is the view from our holiday cottage looking through the large picture window of the cottage Toab na Mara.
Holiday cottage view
This is the view from our holiday cottage looking through the large picture window of the cottage Toab na Mara.
A stunning sunset We had many such sunsets from our holiday cottage just outside Bowmore.
A stunning sunset
We had many such sunsets from our holiday cottage just outside Bowmore.
The end of the pier at Bowmore The breakwater also just gets into this square!
The end of the pier at Bowmore
The breakwater also just gets into this square!
The End of Bowmore Pier There is also a good view towards the Paps of Jura to the right in the background.
The End of Bowmore Pier
There is also a good view towards the Paps of Jura to the right in the background.
Waste water treatment plant at Bowmore, Islay
Waste water treatment plant at Bowmore, Islay
Old Milestone by the A4846, Killarow and Kilmeny parish Stone post by the A846, in parish of Killarow and Kilmeny (Islay District), opposite Ionad Chalium Chille Ile/The Columba Centre, on narrow verge by stone wall, East of Bowmore.

Inscription reads:-
: BOWMORE / 1 : : BRIDGEND / 2 :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: AB_IBMBR01
Old Milestone by the A4846, Killarow and Kilmeny parish
Stone post by the A846, in parish of Killarow and Kilmeny (Islay District), opposite Ionad Chalium Chille Ile/The Columba Centre, on narrow verge by stone wall, East of Bowmore. Inscription reads:- : BOWMORE / 1 : : BRIDGEND / 2 : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: AB_IBMBR01
Clifford Noel Tied up on Bowmore Pier.
Clifford Noel
Tied up on Bowmore Pier.
Bowmore View due east from the pier at Bowmore
Bowmore
View due east from the pier at Bowmore
Bowmore, Isle of Islay
Bowmore, Isle of Islay
Coastline near Bowmore, Islay
Coastline near Bowmore, Islay
Bowmore Power Station
Bowmore Power Station
Bowmore from the pier looking east
Bowmore from the pier looking east
Bowmore Pier The waters of Loch Indaal have hardly a ripple and there is a perfect view of the distant Paps of Jura.
Bowmore Pier
The waters of Loch Indaal have hardly a ripple and there is a perfect view of the distant Paps of Jura.
Looking west to Bowmore Pier Along the shore of Loch Indaal to Bowmore pier, with the white houses of Port Charlotte visible in the distance and the hills of the south Rinns beyond.
Looking west to Bowmore Pier
Along the shore of Loch Indaal to Bowmore pier, with the white houses of Port Charlotte visible in the distance and the hills of the south Rinns beyond.
Reflections of the Maggie B Falmouth-built and Coleraine-registered, this small potter works out of Bowmore on the Isle of Islay.
Reflections of the Maggie B
Falmouth-built and Coleraine-registered, this small potter works out of Bowmore on the Isle of Islay.
Gear on the Calon-Môr The Calon-Môr is a crab and lobster potter operating out of Bowmore on the Isle of Islay. She was built in Poole and originally named the Lady Brenda. Later operating out of Pembroke, where she was renamed in Welsh "Sea Heart" and subsequently brought to Islay.
The gear shown are the floats for the creels.
Gear on the Calon-Môr
The Calon-Môr is a crab and lobster potter operating out of Bowmore on the Isle of Islay. She was built in Poole and originally named the Lady Brenda. Later operating out of Pembroke, where she was renamed in Welsh "Sea Heart" and subsequently brought to Islay. The gear shown are the floats for the creels.
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An Curachan is located at Grid Ref: NR3060 (Lat: 55.758308, Lng: -6.2987634)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Lat/Long: 55.7540159/-6.2974108
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