An Laman

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

An Laman

Port Gobhlaig
Port Gobhlaig Credit: Matthew Chadwick

An Laman is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is classified as a headland and point, jutting out into the North Atlantic Ocean. An Laman is situated on the western coast of Scotland, near the village of Arisaig.

Characterized by its rugged cliffs and rocky terrain, An Laman offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding sea and landscape. The headland is formed by the gradual erosion of the coastline over millions of years, resulting in its distinctive shape and topography. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and tourists who appreciate its wild and untouched beauty.

The headland is known for its diverse wildlife, including a variety of seabirds such as gannets, puffins, and fulmars that can be observed nesting on the cliffs. The coastal waters surrounding An Laman are also home to seals, dolphins, and even occasional sightings of whales.

Visitors to An Laman can enjoy a range of activities such as hiking along the coastal path, exploring the numerous sea caves and rock pools, or simply admiring the stunning views. The headland is easily accessible by foot and offers ample parking nearby.

Overall, An Laman is a remarkable coastal feature in Inverness-shire, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and wildlife. Its dramatic cliffs, diverse flora and fauna, and picturesque views make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the western coast of Scotland.

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An Laman Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.694382/-6.29752 or Grid Reference NG4475. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Port Gobhlaig
Port Gobhlaig
St Moluag's Church
St Moluag's Church
A855, Shulista The A855 is approximately 33 miles long, encircling the Trotternish Peninsula at the north end of Skye. It is single-track for much of its length, undergoing fairly frequent repair as it is mostly built on top of a peat moor. Despite nominally being a coast road, the route is more often than not inland, with only glimpses of the sea available, particularly on the east coast of Trotternish. Despite this, however, it is a spectacular drive, and reveals some of Skye's finer features <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A855" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A855">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> (SABRE).
A855, Shulista
The A855 is approximately 33 miles long, encircling the Trotternish Peninsula at the north end of Skye. It is single-track for much of its length, undergoing fairly frequent repair as it is mostly built on top of a peat moor. Despite nominally being a coast road, the route is more often than not inland, with only glimpses of the sea available, particularly on the east coast of Trotternish. Despite this, however, it is a spectacular drive, and reveals some of Skye's finer features LinkExternal link (SABRE).
Kilmaluag, Innlands
Kilmaluag, Innlands
Huts beside River Kilmaluag
Huts beside River Kilmaluag
Greenhill Cottage, Kendram
Greenhill Cottage, Kendram
Kendram, Balmacqueen Road
Kendram, Balmacqueen Road
A855 The A855 runs 33 miles around North Skye from Portree <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7431346">NG4743 : A87, A855 junction, Portree</a> to Uig <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7386522">NG3964 : A855 / A87 junction</a>, via Staffin.
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A855
The A855 runs 33 miles around North Skye from Portree NG4743 : A87, A855 junction, Portree to Uig NG3964 : A855 / A87 junction, via Staffin. LinkExternal link
A855 The A855 runs 33 miles around North Skye from Portree <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7431346">NG4743 : A87, A855 junction, Portree</a> to Uig <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7386522">NG3964 : A855 / A87 junction</a>, via Staffin.
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A855
The A855 runs 33 miles around North Skye from Portree NG4743 : A87, A855 junction, Portree to Uig NG3964 : A855 / A87 junction, via Staffin. LinkExternal link
Entering Kilmaluag, A855 The A855 runs 33 miles around North Skye from Portree <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7431346">NG4743 : A87, A855 junction, Portree</a> to Uig <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7386522">NG3964 : A855 / A87 junction</a>, via Staffin.
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Entering Kilmaluag, A855
The A855 runs 33 miles around North Skye from Portree NG4743 : A87, A855 junction, Portree to Uig NG3964 : A855 / A87 junction, via Staffin. LinkExternal link
Road to Balmaqueen
Road to Balmaqueen
Lower Aird
Lower Aird
Port Gobhlaig
Port Gobhlaig
Rocky beach, Port Gobhlaig
Rocky beach, Port Gobhlaig
Lone cow
Lone cow
The Byre
The Byre
St Moluag's Church In the United Kingdom, a scheduled monument is a 'nationally important' archaeological site or historic building, given protection against unauthorised change.
There are about 20,000 scheduled monuments in England representing about 37,000 heritage assets. Of the tens of thousands of scheduled monuments in the UK, most are inconspicuous archaeological sites, but some are large ruins.
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St Moluag's Church
In the United Kingdom, a scheduled monument is a 'nationally important' archaeological site or historic building, given protection against unauthorised change. There are about 20,000 scheduled monuments in England representing about 37,000 heritage assets. Of the tens of thousands of scheduled monuments in the UK, most are inconspicuous archaeological sites, but some are large ruins. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Kilmaluag Cemetery
Kilmaluag Cemetery
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An Laman is located at Grid Ref: NG4475 (Lat: 57.694382, Lng: -6.29752)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///even.blotting.grafted. Near Uig, Highland

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.694382,-6.29752
Access: yes
Access Cattle: no
Barrier: cattle_grid
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.6911374/-6.3030282
Turning Circle
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.6942893/-6.3044255
Ford: yes
Note: estimated; please move to correct position and change to correct type (bridge, culvert, ford?)
Lat/Long: 57.6905195/-6.298762
Ford: yes
Note: estimated; please move to correct position and change to correct type (bridge, culvert, ford?)
Lat/Long: 57.6909087/-6.2967736
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 57.6952036/-6.3018637
Port Gobhlaig
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 57.6924793/-6.3034838
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 57.6913531/-6.2933251
Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 57.6914977/-6.2930155
Ford: yes
Note: estimated; please move to correct position and change to correct type (bridge, culvert, ford?)
Lat/Long: 57.6913665/-6.2951135
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 57.6905739/-6.3010967
Clifeag
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 57.6933961/-6.3041675
An Laman
Natural: cape
Lat/Long: 57.6944139/-6.2971535
Lower Aird
Place: isolated_dwelling
Lat/Long: 57.6944698/-6.3023034
Aird House
Place: isolated_dwelling
Lat/Long: 57.6954101/-6.30413
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 57.6914192/-6.2948385
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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