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Sgeir Bhuidhe

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Sgeir Bhuidhe

Path along the shore, to Duncraig This path runs between Plockton and Duncraig, along the south shore of Loch Carron. It passes by mixed woodland, including pine, birch and rhododendron. This was a rather wet day, with a few puddles on the path, getting muddy in places.
Path along the shore, to Duncraig Credit: Craig Wallace

Sgeir Bhuidhe is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a headland or point that juts out into the sea, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline. The name "Sgeir Bhuidhe" translates to "yellow skerry" in English, referring to the characteristic yellowish color of the rock formations found in the area.

Situated in a remote and rugged part of the Highland region, Sgeir Bhuidhe boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The headland provides a habitat for various seabirds, including puffins, gannets, and guillemots, which can be observed nesting and fishing in the surrounding waters.

The rocky cliffs of Sgeir Bhuidhe are an impressive sight, with their vertical faces rising up from the ocean. These cliffs are a result of millions of years of erosion, shaping the coastline into its current form. The exposed rock formations also reveal layers of geological history, offering valuable insights into the area's past.

Access to Sgeir Bhuidhe can be challenging due to its remote location, but the effort is rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the sea and the surrounding landscape. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks along the headland, taking in the fresh sea breeze and the sound of crashing waves. It is advisable to wear sturdy footwear and take caution near the cliff edges, as they can be steep and slippery.

Overall, Sgeir Bhuidhe is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the natural beauty and geological heritage of Ross-shire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.340207/-5.6381628 or Grid Reference NG8133. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path along the shore, to Duncraig This path runs between Plockton and Duncraig, along the south shore of Loch Carron. It passes by mixed woodland, including pine, birch and rhododendron. This was a rather wet day, with a few puddles on the path, getting muddy in places.
Path along the shore, to Duncraig
This path runs between Plockton and Duncraig, along the south shore of Loch Carron. It passes by mixed woodland, including pine, birch and rhododendron. This was a rather wet day, with a few puddles on the path, getting muddy in places.
Plockton Station
Plockton Station
Train in the rain, at Plockton Station A rather dreich day at Plockton station, or 'Am Ploc' in Gaelic. The train is the ScotRail service running from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh, due to depart Plockton at 1322. It is a Class 158 multiple unit, number 158704.
Train in the rain, at Plockton Station
A rather dreich day at Plockton station, or 'Am Ploc' in Gaelic. The train is the ScotRail service running from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh, due to depart Plockton at 1322. It is a Class 158 multiple unit, number 158704.
An t-ob, Plocton A small tidal inlet.
An t-ob, Plocton
A small tidal inlet.
Plockton Station Seen from the road bridge; the station is unstaffed and the building is now used for self-catering accommodation.
Plockton Station
Seen from the road bridge; the station is unstaffed and the building is now used for self-catering accommodation.
An arm of Loch Carron, Plockton The end of a narrow arm of the sea loch that bounds the peninsula on which Plockton stands.
An arm of Loch Carron, Plockton
The end of a narrow arm of the sea loch that bounds the peninsula on which Plockton stands.
Westward view from Carn na Frith Aird Looking across the nearby islands around Eilean Dubh to An Dubh-Aird and Skye.
Westward view from Carn na Frith Aird
Looking across the nearby islands around Eilean Dubh to An Dubh-Aird and Skye.
Royal Scotsman hauled by 66746 arriving at Plockton
Royal Scotsman hauled by 66746 arriving at Plockton
Plockton Railway Station The station building is now used as self catering accommodation.
Plockton Railway Station
The station building is now used as self catering accommodation.
Minor road heading towards Plockton Railway Station Looking south-eastward.
Minor road heading towards Plockton Railway Station
Looking south-eastward.
Eilean na Ba Mor Rocks and Lichen
Eilean na Ba Mor
Rocks and Lichen
Plockton Railway Station.
Plockton Railway Station.
Welcome to Plockton.
Welcome to Plockton.
Plockton Bay The innermost part.
Plockton Bay
The innermost part.
Open Air Church When the Free Church split away from the Church of Scotland in 1843, the congregation of Plockton found itself without a church building, so they adapted this natural valley to a small amphitheatre, complete with seating cut from the rock.
Open Air Church
When the Free Church split away from the Church of Scotland in 1843, the congregation of Plockton found itself without a church building, so they adapted this natural valley to a small amphitheatre, complete with seating cut from the rock.
Plockton Railway Station Plockton is lucky to have still a functioning railway station, complete with 'Off the Rails' restaurant and a signal box converted into a bunkhouse.
Plockton Railway Station
Plockton is lucky to have still a functioning railway station, complete with 'Off the Rails' restaurant and a signal box converted into a bunkhouse.
View North West to Skye from Carne an Duine, Plockton
View North West to Skye from Carne an Duine, Plockton
View North from Carn an Duine, Plockton. A clear spring day allows good views across Loch Carron to the Applecross Peninsula.
View North from Carn an Duine, Plockton.
A clear spring day allows good views across Loch Carron to the Applecross Peninsula.
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Sgeir Bhuidhe is located at Grid Ref: NG8133 (Lat: 57.340207, Lng: -5.6381628)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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