Ash Geo Beag

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Caithness

Scotland

Ash Geo Beag

Old bridge at Reisgill
Old bridge at Reisgill Credit: sylvia duckworth

Ash Geo Beag is a prominent coastal feature located in Caithness, Scotland. It is categorized as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Sea. The name "Ash Geo Beag" is derived from the local Gaelic language and translates to "small cove" in English. The headland is situated in a remote and rugged part of the Caithness coastline, characterized by its dramatic cliffs and rocky terrain.

Ash Geo Beag is known for its picturesque and unspoiled natural beauty. The headland offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastline and the vast expanse of the North Sea. The cliffs, which rise to considerable heights, are composed of layers of sedimentary rock, providing a glimpse into the geological history of the area.

The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The rugged coastal environment supports a variety of seabirds, including fulmars, kittiwakes, and, occasionally, puffins. Visitors may also spot seals and dolphins swimming in the waters offshore.

Access to Ash Geo Beag is limited due to its remote location and challenging terrain. There are no designated paths or facilities in the immediate vicinity, making it a destination for more adventurous explorers seeking a secluded and untouched coastal experience. Caution is advised when visiting, as the cliffs can be unstable, and the strong currents of the North Sea can be dangerous.

Overall, Ash Geo Beag is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the raw beauty and untamed nature of Caithness, making it a must-visit for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a unique coastal experience.

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Ash Geo Beag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.298898/-3.2695196 or Grid Reference ND2535. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old bridge at Reisgill
Old bridge at Reisgill
Oldest bridge at Reisgill
Oldest bridge at Reisgill
MOD Leftovers Caithness is littered with reminders of the Second World War.  Its proximity to Scapa Flow meant that there was much activity in this area.
MOD Leftovers
Caithness is littered with reminders of the Second World War. Its proximity to Scapa Flow meant that there was much activity in this area.
Quatre Bras From Norland Road Lybster's main road junction with the A99 has a French connection.
Quatre Bras
From Norland Road Lybster's main road junction with the A99 has a French connection.
Lybster Village The Commercial Hotel, a disused church and a bank looking north.
Lybster Village
The Commercial Hotel, a disused church and a bank looking north.
Lybster View Over the fields for a morning view of the village.
Lybster View
Over the fields for a morning view of the village.
Occumster Ruin High above the cliffs of Ceann Hilligeo is Occumster, the home of the Caithness Cheese Company. The ruined croft building has wonderful views towards sea and hill with the Caithness hills in the distance.
Occumster Ruin
High above the cliffs of Ceann Hilligeo is Occumster, the home of the Caithness Cheese Company. The ruined croft building has wonderful views towards sea and hill with the Caithness hills in the distance.
The Stonemason's House The mason showing off his work to advantage with the fine work on the walls.
The Stonemason's House
The mason showing off his work to advantage with the fine work on the walls.
Harbour View Lybster Harbour from the picnic spot on Shore Road, Lybster.
Harbour View
Lybster Harbour from the picnic spot on Shore Road, Lybster.
Lybster Station Now the clubhouse for Lybster Golf Course, this was originally the end of the line of the short lived Lybster and Wick Light Railway, opened 1903 and closed 1944. Within are photos of the old station.
Lybster Station
Now the clubhouse for Lybster Golf Course, this was originally the end of the line of the short lived Lybster and Wick Light Railway, opened 1903 and closed 1944. Within are photos of the old station.
Lybster Harbour The inner harbour was completed as recently as 1950. The harbour is still used mainly for fishing, but the number of working boats is down to twenty or so.
Lybster Harbour
The inner harbour was completed as recently as 1950. The harbour is still used mainly for fishing, but the number of working boats is down to twenty or so.
Lybster Harbour
Lybster Harbour
Entrance to Lybster Harbour
Entrance to Lybster Harbour
Small waterfall in the Reisgill Burn at Lybster
Small waterfall in the Reisgill Burn at Lybster
Remains of Wick and Lybster Light Railway The site of Occumster station on the short lived Wick and Lybster Light railway, opened 1903 and closed 1944.
Remains of Wick and Lybster Light Railway
The site of Occumster station on the short lived Wick and Lybster Light railway, opened 1903 and closed 1944.
Buckets and Lighthouse at Lybster
Buckets and Lighthouse at Lybster
Digger, boat and container on Lybster Pier
Digger, boat and container on Lybster Pier
Lybster Harbour The Lybster Harbour.
Lybster Harbour
The Lybster Harbour.
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Ash Geo Beag is located at Grid Ref: ND2535 (Lat: 58.298898, Lng: -3.2695196)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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