Abhainn Chamabhreac

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Abhainn Chamabhreac

Corrour Station The train departing the remote Corrour Station platform. Corrour is only accessible by rail and a common point for accessing the hills and mountains in the surrounding landscape. — Corrour Station Credit: Mr S Mudgey

Abhainn Chamabhreac is a coastal marsh and saltings located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a unique and diverse ecosystem that provides a habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species.

The marsh is situated near the mouth of the River Nairn, where freshwater meets the salty waters of the Moray Firth. This creates a brackish environment that is rich in nutrients, making it an ideal breeding ground for various bird species.

The area is characterized by its extensive salt marshes and mudflats, which are flooded by the tides. These marshes are covered in salt-tolerant vegetation, such as grasses, sedges, and rushes. The mudflats are home to a variety of marine invertebrates, including worms, snails, and crabs.

Abhainn Chamabhreac is an important site for migratory birds, serving as a stopover point during their long journeys. It is particularly significant for waders, such as curlews, redshanks, and oystercatchers, which feed on the rich food sources found in the marshes.

In addition to its avian inhabitants, the marsh is also home to other wildlife, including otters, seals, and various fish species. These animals are attracted to the abundance of food and shelter provided by the marsh environment.

The site is managed by conservation organizations and is designated as a protected area to preserve its ecological importance. It is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, who can observe the diverse wildlife and enjoy the serene beauty of the marshes and saltings.

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Corrour Station The train departing the remote Corrour Station platform. Corrour is only accessible by rail and a common point for accessing the hills and mountains in the surrounding landscape.

Corrour Station

The train departing the remote Corrour Station platform. Corrour is only accessible by rail and a common point for accessing the hills and mountains in the surrounding landscape.

Corrour railway station The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just arrived. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William. It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban.

Corrour railway station

The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just arrived. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William. It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban.

Corrour railway station The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just arrived. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William (the rearmost is 156 476). It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban.

Corrour railway station

The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just arrived. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William (the rearmost is 156 476). It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban.

Train leaving Corrour station The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just left Corrour and is at the top of Corrour Summit. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William (the rearmost is 156 476). It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban.

Train leaving Corrour station

The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just left Corrour and is at the top of Corrour Summit. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William (the rearmost is 156 476). It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban.

Train at Corrour Summit The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just left Corrour station and is at the top of Corrour Summit. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William (the rearmost is 156 476). It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban. The manually operated points lead to a siding and the unused &#039;southbound&#039; platform (southbound and northbound trains now use the same platform).

Train at Corrour Summit

The 08:23 out of Glasgow Queen Street has just left Corrour station and is at the top of Corrour Summit. The four car Class 156 diesel train will continue to Mallaig, via Fort William (the rearmost is 156 476). It departed Glasgow with six cars, two of which were uncoupled at Crianlarich and went to Oban. The manually operated points lead to a siding and the unused 'southbound' platform (southbound and northbound trains now use the same platform).

Corrour railway station The siding and the unused &#039;southbound&#039; platform (southbound and northbound trains now use the same platform).

Corrour railway station

The siding and the unused 'southbound' platform (southbound and northbound trains now use the same platform).

Corrour railway station The siding and the unused &#039;southbound&#039; platform (southbound and northbound trains now use the same platform).

Corrour railway station

The siding and the unused 'southbound' platform (southbound and northbound trains now use the same platform).

Loch Coire a' Bhric Beag A small loch beside Corrour railway station.

Loch Coire a' Bhric Beag

A small loch beside Corrour railway station.

The West Highland Line at Corrour The &#039;Stop&#039; sign to the right of the trees provide a clue to the location of the track.

The West Highland Line at Corrour

The 'Stop' sign to the right of the trees provide a clue to the location of the track.

Corrour railway station Signs and notices on the east side of the station.

Corrour railway station

Signs and notices on the east side of the station.

Courour railway station onward travel notice Basically, you have to walk a long distance.

Courour railway station onward travel notice

Basically, you have to walk a long distance.

Corrour railway station Viewed from the west.

Corrour railway station

Viewed from the west.

Corrour railway station Passengers waiting for 12:30 train to Glasgow.

Corrour railway station

Passengers waiting for 12:30 train to Glasgow.

Train approaching Corrour station A four car Scotrail Class 156 train (consisting of 2 X 2 car sets numbered 156 474 and 156 453) from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street approaching the 1350 feet (411 metres) summit. The summit is immediately north of Corrour station, from where the photo was taken.

Vertical distortion of the rails resulting from the inherent flexibility of the underlying peat typical of this stretch of the West Highland Line is very evident in this telephoto shot.

At Crianlarich, the train coupled with another Class 156 (156 499 which came from Oban) to form a six car train before completing the journey south.
Corrour Summit and Corrour Railway Station

Train approaching Corrour station

A four car Scotrail Class 156 train (consisting of 2 X 2 car sets numbered 156 474 and 156 453) from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street approaching the 1350 feet (411 metres) summit. The summit is immediately north of Corrour station, from where the photo was taken. Vertical distortion of the rails resulting from the inherent flexibility of the underlying peat typical of this stretch of the West Highland Line is very evident in this telephoto shot. At Crianlarich, the train coupled with another Class 156 (156 499 which came from Oban) to form a six car train before completing the journey south. Corrour Summit and Corrour Railway Station

Train approaching Corrour station A four car Scotrail Class 156 train (consisting of 2 X 2 car sets numbered 156 474 and 156 453) from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street approaching the 1350 feet (411 metres) summit. The summit is immediately north of Corrour station, from where the photo was taken.

Vertical distortion of the rails resulting from the inherent flexibility of the underlying peat typical of this stretch of the West Highland Line is evident in this telephoto shot.

At Crianlarich, the train coupled with another Class 156 (156 499 which came from Oban) to form a six car train before completing the journey south.
Corrour Summit and Corrour Railway Station

Train approaching Corrour station

A four car Scotrail Class 156 train (consisting of 2 X 2 car sets numbered 156 474 and 156 453) from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street approaching the 1350 feet (411 metres) summit. The summit is immediately north of Corrour station, from where the photo was taken. Vertical distortion of the rails resulting from the inherent flexibility of the underlying peat typical of this stretch of the West Highland Line is evident in this telephoto shot. At Crianlarich, the train coupled with another Class 156 (156 499 which came from Oban) to form a six car train before completing the journey south. Corrour Summit and Corrour Railway Station

Corrour railway station Passengers boarding the 12:30 service to Glasgow Queen Street, which is bang on time.

Corrour railway station

Passengers boarding the 12:30 service to Glasgow Queen Street, which is bang on time.

Footpath signpost at Corrour railway station The sign is just outside the station and guides northbound walkers along a path which runs parallel to the railway at this point. The 906 metre Leum Uilleim is in the distance.

Footpath signpost at Corrour railway station

The sign is just outside the station and guides northbound walkers along a path which runs parallel to the railway at this point. The 906 metre Leum Uilleim is in the distance.

The West Highland Line near Corrour Summit The north side of the summit, the peak of which is just out of sight to the right.

The West Highland Line near Corrour Summit

The north side of the summit, the peak of which is just out of sight to the right.

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Abhainn Chamabhreac is located at Grid Ref: NN3567 (Lat: 56.767181, Lng: -4.700395)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///chills.tenure.lemons. Near Gairlochy, Highland

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