Boghannan

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Boghannan

Half house at Loidse Ghriais The beach is quite near - an opportunity for redevelopment?
Half house at Loidse Ghriais Credit: M J Richardson

Boghannan is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on a headland, it forms a distinctive point that juts out into the North Sea. The headland offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastal landscape and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

Boghannan is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs that plunge into the sea below. The headland is covered in a variety of vegetation, including grasses, heather, and small shrubs, adding to its natural beauty. The area is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seabirds, such as gulls and puffins, which nest along the cliffs.

Access to Boghannan is possible via a well-maintained footpath that winds its way along the edge of the headland. The path offers stunning views of the surrounding coastline and the opportunity to observe the diverse marine life below. Visitors can also explore the numerous rock pools that are exposed at low tide, revealing a hidden world of fascinating marine creatures.

Boghannan is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Its unique geological formations also make it a site of interest for geologists and nature lovers. The headland is a place of tranquility and natural beauty, providing a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In conclusion, Boghannan in Ross-shire is a picturesque coastal feature that offers a stunning viewpoint, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities for visitors. Its rugged cliffs, unique geological formations, and abundant marine life make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts.

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Boghannan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.295101/-6.2444894 or Grid Reference NB5141. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Half house at Loidse Ghriais The beach is quite near - an opportunity for redevelopment?
Half house at Loidse Ghriais
The beach is quite near - an opportunity for redevelopment?
Bus stop at Griais At the junction of the loop road from Griais with the main B895 road to Tholastaidh
Bus stop at Griais
At the junction of the loop road from Griais with the main B895 road to Tholastaidh
Old watermill at Loidse Ghriais Unfortunately far too wet and windy to investigate further.
Old watermill at Loidse Ghriais
Unfortunately far too wet and windy to investigate further.
Weary worker by the B895 In fact just a boulder dressed up with helmet and overalls. A bit of light relief in this moorland landscape on a cold, wet, windy May day. Five years later, and still there <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5802841">NB4943 : Weary worker still by the B895 near Griais, Isle of Lewis</a>.
Weary worker by the B895
In fact just a boulder dressed up with helmet and overalls. A bit of light relief in this moorland landscape on a cold, wet, windy May day. Five years later, and still there NB4943 : Weary worker still by the B895 near Griais, Isle of Lewis.
Moorland on the flanks of Beinn Iobheir An uninspiring view of the Lewis landscape on a cold, wet, windy day.
Moorland on the flanks of Beinn Iobheir
An uninspiring view of the Lewis landscape on a cold, wet, windy day.
Weary worker still by the B895 near Griais, Isle of Lewis He's been hard at work for over five years now: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3467875">NB4943 : Weary worker by the B895</a>.

The B895 runs between the A857, to the north of Stornoway, and New Tolsta.
Weary worker still by the B895 near Griais, Isle of Lewis
He's been hard at work for over five years now: NB4943 : Weary worker by the B895. The B895 runs between the A857, to the north of Stornoway, and New Tolsta.
Cattle Grid at Gress This cattle grid is on the B895 between Gress and Tolsta. On the horizon is the Eye Peninsula across Broad Bay. The grid may look sheep proof but they have been known to cross them by staying on the edge.
Cattle Grid at Gress
This cattle grid is on the B895 between Gress and Tolsta. On the horizon is the Eye Peninsula across Broad Bay. The grid may look sheep proof but they have been known to cross them by staying on the edge.
Gress village road, East loop The village of Gress is a small crofting township. There are two single track loop roads round the village, this being the eastern one. The house on the left is a good example of a Lewis croft house.
Gress village road, East loop
The village of Gress is a small crofting township. There are two single track loop roads round the village, this being the eastern one. The house on the left is a good example of a Lewis croft house.
Road in Gress village
Road in Gress village
Driveway to Loidse Ghriais
Driveway to Loidse Ghriais
Traigh Ghriais A fine sandy beach on the shore of Loch a Tuath.
Traigh Ghriais
A fine sandy beach on the shore of Loch a Tuath.
Geo below Cnoc nan Caorach, Isle of Lewis The oil rig in the distance is the Transocean Winner which ran aground on the west side of Lewis.  It is shown in Broad Bay/Loch a Tuath to where it has been towed for assessment before transportation to a repair yard.
Geo below Cnoc nan Caorach, Isle of Lewis
The oil rig in the distance is the Transocean Winner which ran aground on the west side of Lewis. It is shown in Broad Bay/Loch a Tuath to where it has been towed for assessment before transportation to a repair yard.
Coastline, Sròn Ruadh, Isle of Lewis
Coastline, Sròn Ruadh, Isle of Lewis
Passing places on old Tolsta road This photo shows a section of the disused Gress-Tolsta road. It is a great detour from the main road to Tolsta and a wide variety of wildlife can be observed from it. It is a popular location for over night stays in motorhomes and caravans.
Passing places on old Tolsta road
This photo shows a section of the disused Gress-Tolsta road. It is a great detour from the main road to Tolsta and a wide variety of wildlife can be observed from it. It is a popular location for over night stays in motorhomes and caravans.
Track into Druim Mor, Griais, Lewis
Track into Druim Mor, Griais, Lewis
Sialabhig Mor From Seaward
Sialabhig Mor
From Seaward
Three Caves This coast has numerous caves, but it is unusual to see three side by side in this location near to Creag Fhraoich. (Heather Crag)
Three Caves
This coast has numerous caves, but it is unusual to see three side by side in this location near to Creag Fhraoich. (Heather Crag)
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Boghannan is located at Grid Ref: NB5141 (Lat: 58.295101, Lng: -6.2444894)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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///sprinting.flushed.galloping. Near North Tolsta, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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