Badcall, Lower

Settlement in Sutherland

Scotland

Badcall, Lower

Badcall is a small village located in the northernmost region of Scotland known as Sutherland. It is situated in an isolated and rugged area, making it an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. With a population of around 100 residents, Badcall offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities.

The village is nestled on the shores of Loch Inchard, a stunning sea loch that stretches out into the Atlantic Ocean. The surrounding landscape is characterized by dramatic cliffs, rolling hills, and picturesque beaches, providing visitors with breathtaking views and endless opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.

The architecture of Badcall reflects its traditional Scottish heritage, with charming stone cottages and crofts dotting the landscape. The village is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, where locals are often seen engaging in community events and gatherings.

Despite its remote location, Badcall is within driving distance of several notable attractions. Nearby, visitors can explore the stunning Cape Wrath, the most north-westerly point of mainland Britain, or take a boat trip to the uninhabited Handa Island, a renowned nature reserve teeming with wildlife.

While amenities in Badcall are limited, the nearby town of Kinlochbervie offers a range of services including shops, cafes, and a primary school. For those seeking a peaceful and idyllic retreat immersed in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, Badcall is an enchanting destination.

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Badcall, Lower Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.325793/-5.134795 or Grid Reference NC1641. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Badcall Bay

Peter Jeffery

South view above Upper Badcall over Badcall Bay in late mid-summer evening, 1994

On the horizon are Canisp (2779ft/846m) and Suilven (2399ft/731m). It was after 10 p.m.

Ben Brooksbank

Late evening view to Quinag and Assynt mountains from above Badcall

Taken on same road and direction as NC1542 : South view above Upper Badcall over Badcall Bay in late mid-summer evening, 1994, but about 1/2 mile ahead; possibly zoomed in this case, with Badcall Bay hidden by the hillock on the right. (Cf. also NC1642 : A894 heads south, west of Loch a' Chreagain Theth).

Ben Brooksbank

Southward from Badcall in evening (21.30), 1994

Across Badcall Bay and its islets, over the Rubha Gisgil and then across Loch Cairnbawn (Loch a' Chàirn Bhàin) is the dramatic double peak of Quinag (2,550-2,653 ft.); beyond Quinag and south of Loch Assynt, can be seen Canisp (2779 ft.) and the double peak of Suilven (2399 ft.).

Ben Brooksbank

Typical Highland minor road: northward towards Scourie from Upper Badcall

NE view about a mile above Badcall. (There were/are millions of those 'Passing Place' signs in Scotland.)

Ben Brooksbank

Picnic site by Loch an Daimh Mor

'Loch of the Big Stag' on the A894 1km south of Scourie.

Jim Barton

Islands in Badcall Bay

Seen from the side of the A894.

A894 before Scourie

Loch an Daimh MÃ²r

Badcall Bay

Loch an Obain and the Minch Autumn

Road to Duartbeg

Alan Reid

The A894 heading south

Eirian Evans

Loch an Obain

Small sea loch which looks out into Eddrachillis Bay with various islands in the distance.

Gordon Hatton

The A894 at Lower Badcall

The islands and waters of Badcall Bay ahead.

Gordon Brown

Waymarker to Loch nan Uidh

After many years of the route from the road to Scourie Hotel's Loch nan Uidh beat being marked by oars pushed into the peat, these have now been replaced with a series of posts topped with white or red cylinders. Surely there's no excuse for being late for dinner now.

AlastairG

Foreshore with folded layers in Lewisian Gneiss

The peninsula of Rubha na Faraid is made of Lewisian Gneiss, cut by a Laxfordian age shear zone. The shoals have a curved shape, caused by the flat early layering being bent into the later shear zone.

Simon Wellings

Geisgeil hill path access, Assynt

Anyone hoping to reach the waymarked hill path NC1741 : Waymarker to Loch nan Uidh from the bothy at Geisgill must not be tempted by what seems to be an obvious track through the scrub immediately to the south of the bothy. This leads you into a thicket of alder, willow and briar with no clear way through. Heading 100 yards or so south on the grass verge of the roadside will bring you to a grass path which heads off east through this cleared route through the vegetation. This saves you torn clothing and frayed nerves.

AlastairG

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Badcall, Lower is located at Grid Ref: NC1641 (Lat: 58.325793, Lng: -5.134795)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands