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Geodha Iain

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Argyllshire

Scotland

Geodha Iain

Eileach an Naoimh The southern end of the southernmost Garvellach Islands. To the right of centre is a small light, which does not seem to be mainstream light, but is maintained as a tourist attraction [!] by the Northern Lighthouse Board.
Eileach an Naoimh Credit: M J Richardson

Geodha Iain is a coastal feature located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is known for its stunning views and rugged landscape. The headland juts out into the sea, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding area. The point is characterized by rocky cliffs and dramatic rock formations, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Geodha Iain is also home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds and seals, adding to the area's natural beauty. Visitors can often spot seabirds nesting on the cliffs or seals basking in the sun along the shoreline.

The headland is accessible by foot, with a walking path leading visitors along the coastline and providing opportunities to explore the rocky terrain. The area is popular for photography and birdwatching, with many visitors drawn to the unique landscape and abundant wildlife.

Overall, Geodha Iain is a picturesque coastal feature in Argyllshire, offering visitors a chance to experience the rugged beauty of Scotland's coastline.

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Geodha Iain Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.223286/-5.8007597 or Grid Reference NM6409. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eileach an Naoimh The southern end of the southernmost Garvellach Islands. To the right of centre is a small light, which does not seem to be mainstream light, but is maintained as a tourist attraction [!] by the Northern Lighthouse Board.
Eileach an Naoimh
The southern end of the southernmost Garvellach Islands. To the right of centre is a small light, which does not seem to be mainstream light, but is maintained as a tourist attraction [!] by the Northern Lighthouse Board.
Sgeir nam Marag A skerry, east of Eileach an Naoimh and south of A' Chùli, in the Garvellachs with perching Shags. Its location can be seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4518586">NM6410 : Eileach an Naoimh</a>, the dark skerry at mid-right.
Sgeir nam Marag
A skerry, east of Eileach an Naoimh and south of A' Chùli, in the Garvellachs with perching Shags. Its location can be seen in NM6410 : Eileach an Naoimh, the dark skerry at mid-right.
Garvellachs The islands viewed from the NE. These islands are in the Firth of Lorn that separates Mull from the mainland.
Garvellachs
The islands viewed from the NE. These islands are in the Firth of Lorn that separates Mull from the mainland.
Sea Arch on Garvellachs
Sea Arch on Garvellachs
Sgeir nam Maraig
Sgeir nam Maraig
Garbh Eileach from N point of Eileach an Naoimh View over A'Chuli to Garbh Eileach showing the strong tidal race between the islets.
Garbh Eileach from N point of Eileach an Naoimh
View over A'Chuli to Garbh Eileach showing the strong tidal race between the islets.
The Garvellachs: Eilean an Naoimh Looking down from a Colonsay-Oban flight as we pass the Garvellachs. This is the southernmost of the three main islands, reaching 77m above sea level. Beyond, we see various other islands - from front to back: Eilean Dubh Mòr and Eilean Dubh Bheag to the left; Lunga disappearing off the right of the picture; Luing spanning the entire picture behind that; and Shuna behind Luing (darker, to the right). In the distance, Loch Melfort punctuates the mainland coastline on the left.
The Garvellachs: Eilean an Naoimh
Looking down from a Colonsay-Oban flight as we pass the Garvellachs. This is the southernmost of the three main islands, reaching 77m above sea level. Beyond, we see various other islands - from front to back: Eilean Dubh Mòr and Eilean Dubh Bheag to the left; Lunga disappearing off the right of the picture; Luing spanning the entire picture behind that; and Shuna behind Luing (darker, to the right). In the distance, Loch Melfort punctuates the mainland coastline on the left.
The southernmost of the Sgeirean Dubha At the south of the Garvellachs.
The southernmost of the Sgeirean Dubha
At the south of the Garvellachs.
The southernmost of the Sgeirean Dubha The navigation light on Eileach an Naoimh in the background.
The southernmost of the Sgeirean Dubha
The navigation light on Eileach an Naoimh in the background.
The southernmost of the Sgeirean Dubha
The southernmost of the Sgeirean Dubha
Eileach an Naoimh SW Top Dropped by boat below the chapel then up to Eileach an Naoimh, then onto the Vanessa trig plus TUMP top of Eileach an Naoimh SW Top, plus just had enough time to visit the lighthouse. Name: Eileach an Naoimh SW Top Hill number: 11515 Height: 77m / 253ft Parent (Ma/M): none Section: 20A: Jura, Scarba and Colonsay County/UA: Argyll and Bute (UA) Maritime Area: Scarba, Slate Islands & Firth of Lorn Class: Tump (0-99m) Grid ref: NM638097 (est) Drop: 38m Col: 39m NM640099
Eileach an Naoimh SW Top
Dropped by boat below the chapel then up to Eileach an Naoimh, then onto the Vanessa trig plus TUMP top of Eileach an Naoimh SW Top, plus just had enough time to visit the lighthouse. Name: Eileach an Naoimh SW Top Hill number: 11515 Height: 77m / 253ft Parent (Ma/M): none Section: 20A: Jura, Scarba and Colonsay County/UA: Argyll and Bute (UA) Maritime Area: Scarba, Slate Islands & Firth of Lorn Class: Tump (0-99m) Grid ref: NM638097 (est) Drop: 38m Col: 39m NM640099
Beehive Cells On Eileach an Naoimh Eileach an Naoimh means ’Island of the saints’, although doubt exists as to which saints lived on this remote island in the Garvellachs. The physical remains on the island show it to be one of the best-preserved early Christian monasteries in Scotland. Of particular interest is the unusual, beehive-shaped double cell, still standing over 3m high.
Beehive Cells On Eileach an Naoimh
Eileach an Naoimh means ’Island of the saints’, although doubt exists as to which saints lived on this remote island in the Garvellachs. The physical remains on the island show it to be one of the best-preserved early Christian monasteries in Scotland. Of particular interest is the unusual, beehive-shaped double cell, still standing over 3m high.
A'Chuli A'Chuli is the middle island of the three main Garvallachs.
A'Chuli
A'Chuli is the middle island of the three main Garvallachs.
Northern tip of A'Chuli The middle island of the Garvellachs.
Northern tip of A'Chuli
The middle island of the Garvellachs.
Eileach an Naoimh Dropped by boat below the chapel then up to Eileach an Naoimh, then onto the Vanessa trig plus TUMP top of Eileach an Naoimh SW Top, to just having time to visit the lighthouse. Name: Eileach an Naoimh Hill number: 11521 Height: 80m / 262ft Parent (Ma/M): none Section: 20A: Jura, Scarba and Colonsay County/UA: Argyll and Bute (UA) Maritime Area: Scarba, Slate Islands & Firth of Lorn Class: Tump (0-99m), SIB Grid ref: NM644103 (est) Drop: 80m Col: Sea
Eileach an Naoimh
Dropped by boat below the chapel then up to Eileach an Naoimh, then onto the Vanessa trig plus TUMP top of Eileach an Naoimh SW Top, to just having time to visit the lighthouse. Name: Eileach an Naoimh Hill number: 11521 Height: 80m / 262ft Parent (Ma/M): none Section: 20A: Jura, Scarba and Colonsay County/UA: Argyll and Bute (UA) Maritime Area: Scarba, Slate Islands & Firth of Lorn Class: Tump (0-99m), SIB Grid ref: NM644103 (est) Drop: 80m Col: Sea
A' Chùli Dropped off by Farsain Cruises from Craobh Haven, then just a steep climb to this lovely viewpoint on a sunny day. Name: A' Chùli Hill number: 11534 Height: 45m / 148ft Parent (Ma/M): none Section: 20A: Jura, Scarba and Colonsay County/UA: Argyll and Bute (UA) Maritime Area: Scarba, Slate Islands & Firth of Lorn Class: Tump (0-99m), SIB Grid ref: NM654113 (est) Drop: 45m Col: Sea
A' Chùli
Dropped off by Farsain Cruises from Craobh Haven, then just a steep climb to this lovely viewpoint on a sunny day. Name: A' Chùli Hill number: 11534 Height: 45m / 148ft Parent (Ma/M): none Section: 20A: Jura, Scarba and Colonsay County/UA: Argyll and Bute (UA) Maritime Area: Scarba, Slate Islands & Firth of Lorn Class: Tump (0-99m), SIB Grid ref: NM654113 (est) Drop: 45m Col: Sea
Summit of Eileach an Naoimh the Garvellachs Ruined monastery lies below summit, Scarba is in left background.
Summit of Eileach an Naoimh the Garvellachs
Ruined monastery lies below summit, Scarba is in left background.
Monk's Cell beside standing stone. This is Eileach Na Naoimh, the South island of the Garvellachs
Monk's Cell beside standing stone.
This is Eileach Na Naoimh, the South island of the Garvellachs
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Geodha Iain is located at Grid Ref: NM6409 (Lat: 56.223286, Lng: -5.8007597)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Historic: ruins
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