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An Carraigean

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Argyllshire

Scotland

An Carraigean

Beach, Isle of Mull Beach House has been inhabited for at least 300 years. Restored in the early 1990s, it had been a working farmhouse which had fallen into disrepair. Now there is just one main building with a few barns and a forest to the west with a small river. It is about 1 mile up the hill from the single track main road which, going east, leads on to Bunessan, Fionnphort and the Island of Iona at the southwestern tip of the Island of Mull. More pictures of Beach House can be found here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://bit.ly/Beach_Mull" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://bit.ly/Beach_Mull">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>
Beach, Isle of Mull Credit: Ralph Averbuch

An Carraigean is a prominent coastal feature located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is a headland or point that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Situated on the western coast of Argyllshire, An Carraigean is known for its rugged cliffs, which provide a natural barrier against the crashing waves of the ocean. The headland is composed of ancient rocks, primarily consisting of granite and gneiss, which have been shaped and weathered over millions of years.

The coastal area surrounding An Carraigean is abundant in diverse marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and wildlife enthusiasts. Seals, dolphins, and various species of seabirds can often be spotted in the waters surrounding the headland.

The headland itself is accessible via a narrow footpath, which winds its way up from the nearby village. At the top of An Carraigean, visitors are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding coastline, with the Atlantic Ocean stretching out endlessly towards the horizon.

Due to its natural beauty and unique geological features, An Carraigean attracts a steady stream of tourists throughout the year. Many visitors come to enjoy hiking along the coastal trails, picnicking on the cliffs, or simply taking in the peaceful atmosphere of this remote and untouched headland.

Overall, An Carraigean is a captivating coastal feature in Argyllshire, offering visitors a glimpse into the awe-inspiring beauty of Scotland's western coast.

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An Carraigean Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.349551/-6.1110182 or Grid Reference NM4625. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beach, Isle of Mull Beach House has been inhabited for at least 300 years. Restored in the early 1990s, it had been a working farmhouse which had fallen into disrepair. Now there is just one main building with a few barns and a forest to the west with a small river. It is about 1 mile up the hill from the single track main road which, going east, leads on to Bunessan, Fionnphort and the Island of Iona at the southwestern tip of the Island of Mull. More pictures of Beach House can be found here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://bit.ly/Beach_Mull" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://bit.ly/Beach_Mull">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>
Beach, Isle of Mull
Beach House has been inhabited for at least 300 years. Restored in the early 1990s, it had been a working farmhouse which had fallen into disrepair. Now there is just one main building with a few barns and a forest to the west with a small river. It is about 1 mile up the hill from the single track main road which, going east, leads on to Bunessan, Fionnphort and the Island of Iona at the southwestern tip of the Island of Mull. More pictures of Beach House can be found here: LinkExternal link
The shore of Loch Scridain, Ross of Mull The single track road, the A849 hugs the shore of this sea loch for much of its length across the Ross of Mull.
The shore of Loch Scridain, Ross of Mull
The single track road, the A849 hugs the shore of this sea loch for much of its length across the Ross of Mull.
Aird Fada Small rocky outcrop on the south bank of Loch Scridain
Aird Fada
Small rocky outcrop on the south bank of Loch Scridain
Bridges over the Beach river
Bridges over the Beach river
Wall by Loch Scridain Almost hidden in deep bracken.
Wall by Loch Scridain
Almost hidden in deep bracken.
Bracken at Gortein Driseach Like much of Mull in early July, this area is swamped by bracken.
Bracken at Gortein Driseach
Like much of Mull in early July, this area is swamped by bracken.
Port na Cloidheig On the southern shore of Loch Scridain.
Port na Cloidheig
On the southern shore of Loch Scridain.
Old bridge on Beach River
Old bridge on Beach River
A849 Isle of Mull near Port An Aird Fhada A849 looking east from the start of the track that leads down to the mussel farm at Port An Aird Fhada.
A849 Isle of Mull near Port An Aird Fhada
A849 looking east from the start of the track that leads down to the mussel farm at Port An Aird Fhada.
Old bridge over Beach River I submit this image, taken in November, to contrast with John Allan's view from the same spot taken in summer <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/198492">NM4624 : Old bridge on Beach River</a>.
Old bridge over Beach River
I submit this image, taken in November, to contrast with John Allan's view from the same spot taken in summer NM4624 : Old bridge on Beach River.
Same bridge, different viewpoint The old bridge over Beach River seen from the track into Gleann Airigh.
Same bridge, different viewpoint
The old bridge over Beach River seen from the track into Gleann Airigh.
Beach River Viewed from the road bridge, the river is entering Loch Scridain.
Beach River
Viewed from the road bridge, the river is entering Loch Scridain.
New(er) bridge over Beach River The view beyond is over Loch Scridain towards Ben More - the highest mountain on Mull. The character holding Basil-the-dog is ME - the picture is taken by my wife, Sue.
New(er) bridge over Beach River
The view beyond is over Loch Scridain towards Ben More - the highest mountain on Mull. The character holding Basil-the-dog is ME - the picture is taken by my wife, Sue.
Road scene along the A849 near Port a Chaomhain
Road scene along the A849 near Port a Chaomhain
Rough hilly pastureland south of the A849 Road Photographer is standing on the verge of the A849 Road.
Rough hilly pastureland south of the A849 Road
Photographer is standing on the verge of the A849 Road.
Undulating vegetative carpet east of the unpaved track Dense vegetation makes much of this gridsquare difficult to access, save for the proximity of the dirt track that impinges on the western side of the gridsquare.
Undulating vegetative carpet east of the unpaved track
Dense vegetation makes much of this gridsquare difficult to access, save for the proximity of the dirt track that impinges on the western side of the gridsquare.
Opening the gate to the secret waterfall This unpaved track leads to some hidden scenery and a waterfall, as one travels south.
Opening the gate to the secret waterfall
This unpaved track leads to some hidden scenery and a waterfall, as one travels south.
A849 runs close to the shoreline near Goirtein Driseach Photographer is situated on the road.
A849 runs close to the shoreline near Goirtein Driseach
Photographer is situated on the road.
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An Carraigean is located at Grid Ref: NM4625 (Lat: 56.349551, Lng: -6.1110182)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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