Rubha an t-Sàirdseant

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Argyllshire

Scotland

Rubha an t-Sàirdseant

East Loch Tarbert Looking towards the marina from a slipway near the ferry terminal. — East Loch Tarbert Credit: Anne Burgess

Rubha an t-Sàirdseant is a coastal marsh and saltings located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The area is characterized by its unique mix of salt marshes, mudflats, and sand dunes, providing a diverse habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species.

The marsh is situated along the rugged coastline of Argyllshire, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the nearby islands. The area is home to a variety of bird species, including oystercatchers, curlews, and redshanks, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

In addition to its rich birdlife, Rubha an t-Sàirdseant is also home to a number of plant species that are specially adapted to the salty and sandy conditions of the marsh. These plants play a crucial role in stabilizing the soil and providing food and shelter for the local wildlife.

Visitors to Rubha an t-Sàirdseant can enjoy walks along the coastline, taking in the sights and sounds of the marshland ecosystem. The area is also a designated nature reserve, offering protection for its unique flora and fauna.

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Rubha an t-Sàirdseant Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.864801/-5.3945654 or Grid Reference NR8768. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East Loch Tarbert

Looking towards the marina from a slipway near the ferry terminal.

Anne Burgess

Pier Road

The view isn't exactly enhanced by the tented buildings on the shore. In the background is Tarbert Castle, and the loch continues on the right past the marina to the town.

Anne Burgess

Tarbert Loch Fyne Yacht Club

A few small boats lie scattered around the yacht club's boatyard. What looks like a French flag beyond it is the information board at the Portavadie ferry terminal. Also beyond the yacht club building, on the left, is a small fish processing business.

Anne Burgess

Tarbet from the castle

A gloomy day.

Andrew Abbott

Tarbet harbour

With the dutch barge Dolfijn on the right.

Andrew Abbott

Harbour front in Tarbet

The A83 is a busy road through the heart of this harbour town.

Andrew Abbott

Remains of Tarbert Castle

Historic Environment Scotland Scheduled Monument reference SM276.

Andrew Abbott

Footpath up BÃ rr Reamhar

Mick Garratt

View down on Pier Road from the castle

Excellent display of purple (heather?) and yellow flowers on the castle embankment. Trouble is they're plastic. A film crew had descorated the castle during filming.

Mick Garratt

Tape left over from some race or other

Mick Garratt

Tarbert from Cruach Buidhe

Mick Garratt

Tarbert Church Spire

thejackrustles

Tarbert Quayside

Chris Morgan

Tarbert harbour towards Marina

Chris Morgan

Tarbert's waterfront

A significant town on the isthmus between Kintyre and Knapdale.

David M Clark

MV Isle of Cumbrae bound for Portavadie

The MV Isle of Cumbrae leaving East Loch Tarbert bound for Portavadie as captured from Fasgadh, Pier Road, Tarbert.

James T M Towill

Advertising board, Port a' Ghuail, Argyll

Looking towards Barmore Island. An advertising board isn't something that I was expecting to photograph in this grid square! I assume that it's intended to be seen by people on passing yachts.

Claire Pegrum