Rubha Glas

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Rubha Glas

Shore at Cuidhir Rocky shoreline backed by equally rocky hills at the Cuidhir road end. — Shore at Cuidhir Credit: Colin Smith

Rubha Glas, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a prominent coastal feature known for its stunning headland and picturesque point. Situated on the eastern coast of Scotland, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the North Sea and the rugged coastline.

The headland of Rubha Glas extends into the sea, forming a distinctive shape that juts out from the mainland. It is characterized by towering cliffs and rocky outcrops, which have been shaped by centuries of erosion from powerful waves and coastal winds. These cliffs provide an important habitat for various seabird species, including guillemots and fulmars, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

At the end of the headland, Rubha Glas forms a striking point that offers unobstructed views of the surrounding area. The point is a haven for marine wildlife, with seals often seen basking on the rocks and dolphins occasionally spotted swimming offshore. The area is also known for its diverse plant life, with heather, gorse, and wildflowers adding vibrant splashes of color to the landscape.

Rubha Glas is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, photography, and exploring the rugged coastline. It is an ideal spot for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty, with its dramatic cliffs, crashing waves, and breathtaking views creating a truly awe-inspiring experience.

Accessible by foot or by car, Rubha Glas provides a unique and unforgettable coastal experience, showcasing the raw beauty and power of Scotland's eastern coastline.

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Rubha Glas Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.142871/-6.4027339 or Grid Reference NB4125. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shore at Cuidhir

Rocky shoreline backed by equally rocky hills at the Cuidhir road end.

Colin Smith

Evening at Cuidhir

Rowing boat, in the evening sunshine, pulled up onto the grass above the small, rocky cove at Cuidhir.

Colin Smith

Grimshader Salmon Farm

Marine Harvest - Arachas Bhratan Griomshadair. Sea loch industry on the shores of Loch Griomsiadair.

Colin Smith

Loch Griomsiadair

Yacht and lobster boat moored in the sheltered sea loch at Grimshader which is also used for salmon farming.

Colin Smith

Loch Lighigeag with Beinn-MhÃ²r in the background

Mike Dunn

Small inlet near Eilean Glas

Mike Dunn

Coastline

Mike Dunn

Loch Grimshader

Ordnance survey maps show two Loch Grimshaders! One is the sea loch as shown on NB3925; the second is this small freshwater loch in the village of Grimshader. It seems likely that the ordnance survey got it wrong many years ago when it first named the sea loch as Loch Grimshader. Its name was originally Loch Hurnavay. This freshwater loch has a small island in it. Although I have found no archaeological reference to it, I suspect that the island is possibly a crannog, as it has a sunken overgrown interior within a ring of large stones and boulders. The loch is good for brown trout and eels. The village, Grimshader, takes its name from the Norse, and means Grim's summer pasture.

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Grimshader's 'Peat Road'

This track is used by local crofters to reach their flocks grazing on the open moorland, and by some villagers who cut peat for fuel.

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Peat Cuttings, Bog Cotton and Water Tower

The peat cuttings just right of centre in this photograph were, until recently, worked by Torcuil MacRath (Torquil MacRae), a Gaelic poet and author of some distinction who died late in 2006. A wonderful character and a good neighbour, it was our privilege and pleasure to count him as a friend during the few years my family and I have lived here. I now work these peat cuttings myself. While much of the UK has suffered a wet spring and summer in 2007, the weather on the Isle of Lewis has been relatively dry. Perhaps this accounts for the fine crop of bog cotton seen on the moorland this year. On the horizon is a water tower, no longer used.

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Loch nan Capull

Loch nan Capull (the loch of the colt). A reasonably good trout loch.

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Wrecked car at end of the peat road

This car graces the far end of Grimshaders peat road. Although the tyres appear in good order, it is probable that the vehicle would fail its MoT on other counts.

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Loch Beinn Bhreac

This loch is unusual in that no streams run into it, and no (surface) streams run out of it, as it is drained by an underground stream running through the peat. It is not believed to contain any fish.

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Boats at Cuidhir Loch Leurbost

The Islands of Tabhaidh Bheag and Tabhaidh are clearly seen in distance.

JJM

Entrance to Loch Grimshader

Loch Grimshader is the first Sea Loch South of Stornoway. Ben Casgro prominent on North Side of Loch.

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Rubha Raernis

This headland forms the Southern Shore of Loch Grimshader and the Northern Shore of Loch Leurbost and leads to the entrance of Loch Erisort

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Eilean Bhatarsaidh

Unnamed Islet in foreground and Stac at Loch Erisort Entrance in distance (left of frame). Collectively these Islands are referred to as Na h-Eileanan Bairclin or Barkin Isles.

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