Na Sasan

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Na Sasan

Loch na h-Uamhaidh Beag
Loch na h-Uamhaidh Beag Credit: David Brown

Na Sasan is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is primarily known as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Sea. The name "Na Sasan" translates to "The English" in Scottish Gaelic, possibly indicating a historical connection to English settlers or influences in the area.

This headland is characterized by its rugged and dramatic landscape, with steep cliffs and rocky outcrops. The coastal cliffs are composed of sedimentary rocks, displaying layers of different geological formations. These formations provide valuable insights into the region's geological history.

Na Sasan offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastal scenery, providing an ideal vantage point for observing the North Sea. The headland also serves as a haven for a diverse range of bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

The location of Na Sasan makes it susceptible to the harsh weather conditions often experienced along the Scottish coast. Strong winds and high waves are common, adding to the dramatic appeal of the headland. Visitors are advised to take caution when exploring the area, as the cliffs can be treacherous and unstable.

Access to Na Sasan is relatively straightforward, with a network of paths and trails leading to the headland. There may be limited parking available nearby, depending on the time of year and visitor demand. The surrounding area offers additional recreational opportunities, with nearby beaches and coastal villages providing a range of amenities for visitors to enjoy.

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Na Sasan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.864243/-5.6822511 or Grid Reference NG8192. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch na h-Uamhaidh Beag
Loch na h-Uamhaidh Beag
The car park at Cove Here there are information boards describing the part Loch Ewe played in the WW2 Arctic Convoys.
The car park at Cove
Here there are information boards describing the part Loch Ewe played in the WW2 Arctic Convoys.
Information board at Rubha nan Sasan, Cove This describes the part Loch Ewe played in the WW2 Arctic Convoys.
Information board at Rubha nan Sasan, Cove
This describes the part Loch Ewe played in the WW2 Arctic Convoys.
New house near Cove
New house near Cove
Beach with rusting lifeboats
Beach with rusting lifeboats
Bouldery beach with wrecked lifeboats The beach is at a bay south of Eilean Furadh Mòr near to where, on 26 Feb 1944, the US 'Liberty Ship', William H. Welch foundered and was lost with most of her crew. The rusting remains of several of the ship's lifeboats lie on the beach
Bouldery beach with wrecked lifeboats
The beach is at a bay south of Eilean Furadh Mòr near to where, on 26 Feb 1944, the US 'Liberty Ship', William H. Welch foundered and was lost with most of her crew. The rusting remains of several of the ship's lifeboats lie on the beach
Sgeir Gorma The coastline at Caolas an Fhuraidh with the reef of Sgeir Gorma in the foreground and the islet of Eilean Furadh Beag further out. Along the horizon are an array of diatant mountains, including [l-r] Arkle, Quinag, Suilven, canisp, Stac Pollaidh, Cul Mor and Ben Mor Coigach.
Sgeir Gorma
The coastline at Caolas an Fhuraidh with the reef of Sgeir Gorma in the foreground and the islet of Eilean Furadh Beag further out. Along the horizon are an array of diatant mountains, including [l-r] Arkle, Quinag, Suilven, canisp, Stac Pollaidh, Cul Mor and Ben Mor Coigach.
Lochan on Meall na h-Uamhaidh
Lochan on Meall na h-Uamhaidh
Command post at Rubha nan Sasan
Command post at Rubha nan Sasan
Boats at Cove
Boats at Cove
Loch Ewe and the road to Cove
Loch Ewe and the road to Cove
Loch Ewe
Loch Ewe
Light anti-aircraft gun emplacement, Rubha nan Sasan, Ross and Cromarty The gun emplacement lies within the Rubha nan Sasan coastal battery which was part of the Second World War defences of Loch Ewe from where Russian Arctic Convoys sailed.
Light anti-aircraft gun emplacement, Rubha nan Sasan, Ross and Cromarty
The gun emplacement lies within the Rubha nan Sasan coastal battery which was part of the Second World War defences of Loch Ewe from where Russian Arctic Convoys sailed.
Light anti-aircraft gun emplacement, Rubha nan Sasan, Ross and Cromarty The gun emplacement lies within the Rubha nan Sasan coastal battery.
Light anti-aircraft gun emplacement, Rubha nan Sasan, Ross and Cromarty
The gun emplacement lies within the Rubha nan Sasan coastal battery.
Memorial  stone  for  over  3000  men  lost  on  Russian  Convoys Erected on the headland of Rubha nan Sasan by the Russian Arctic Convoy Club. Loch Ewe was the heavily fortified base for the convoys to assemble prior to departure. <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.russianarcticconvoymuseum.org" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.russianarcticconvoymuseum.org">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> is the museum at Aultbea on the A832 which is well worth a visit
Memorial stone for over 3000 men lost on Russian Convoys
Erected on the headland of Rubha nan Sasan by the Russian Arctic Convoy Club. Loch Ewe was the heavily fortified base for the convoys to assemble prior to departure. LinkExternal link is the museum at Aultbea on the A832 which is well worth a visit
WW2   buildings  NW  of  the  Arctic  Convoy  Memorial This whole headland was a military camp covering the entrance into Loch Ewe
WW2 buildings NW of the Arctic Convoy Memorial
This whole headland was a military camp covering the entrance into Loch Ewe
Hydrographic  Survey  Pillar  overlooking  Loch  Ewe On the headland of Rubha nan Sasan which in WW2 was a protective battery covering the entrance to Loch Ewe. This survey pillar was placed here in 1951 by HMS Cook during survey work on the west coast of Scotland
Hydrographic Survey Pillar overlooking Loch Ewe
On the headland of Rubha nan Sasan which in WW2 was a protective battery covering the entrance to Loch Ewe. This survey pillar was placed here in 1951 by HMS Cook during survey work on the west coast of Scotland
Road (B8057) between Stirkhill and Cove Looking north-westward.
Road (B8057) between Stirkhill and Cove
Looking north-westward.
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Na Sasan is located at Grid Ref: NG8192 (Lat: 57.864243, Lng: -5.6822511)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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