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An Carn

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

An Carn

Clach Toll Natural Arch
Clach Toll Natural Arch Credit: thejackrustles

An Carn is a small island located in Argyllshire, off the western coast of Scotland. It is part of the Inner Hebrides archipelago and is situated in the Sound of Islay, between the islands of Islay and Jura. The island covers an area of approximately 1 square kilometer and is largely uninhabited.

An Carn is known for its rugged and picturesque landscape, characterized by rocky cliffs, pebble beaches, and rolling hills. The island is rich in natural beauty, with a diverse range of flora and fauna. Seabirds such as puffins, gannets, and guillemots can often be spotted nesting along the coastal cliffs, while seals and otters can be seen swimming in the surrounding waters.

The island is accessible by boat, with regular ferry services connecting it to the nearby mainland and other islands in the region. An Carn offers a tranquil and peaceful environment, making it a popular destination for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and those seeking solitude.

Visitors to An Carn can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and fishing. The island also has several designated camping areas, allowing visitors to spend the night and experience the island's serene atmosphere under the starry sky.

Overall, An Carn is a hidden gem in Argyllshire, offering a unique and unspoiled natural environment for those who appreciate the beauty of the Scottish islands.

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An Carn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.564079/-5.4173084 or Grid Reference NM9046. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Clach Toll Natural Arch
Clach Toll Natural Arch
Lismore jetty
Lismore jetty
Port Aineainn
Port Aineainn
Lime Kiln?
Lime Kiln?
Location of Flush Bracket OSBM 12093: The Point (Lismore)
Location of Flush Bracket OSBM 12093: The Point (Lismore)
Port Appin from Lismore
Port Appin from Lismore
Bolt: The Point (Lismore) <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm22635" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm22635">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>
Bolt: The Point (Lismore)
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Location of Bolt: The Point (Lismore)
Location of Bolt: The Point (Lismore)
Natural arch, Clach Thoull
Natural arch, Clach Thoull
Natural arch, Clach Thoull
Natural arch, Clach Thoull
Rubh' Àird Ghainimh The north end of Lismore.
Rubh' Àird Ghainimh
The north end of Lismore.
Rubha Mòr, Lismore
Rubha Mòr, Lismore
Inn Island, south tip from Lismore
Inn Island, south tip from Lismore
Coastline at Rubha Clach Tholl
Coastline at Rubha Clach Tholl
Clach Thoull The name meaning 'holed rock'. Clach Thoull was created when the sea level was much higher than presently and the land was formed. A prominent narrow spit of land some 150 feet high runs north-easterly from here for three-quarter of a mile with many small caves.
Clach Thoull
The name meaning 'holed rock'. Clach Thoull was created when the sea level was much higher than presently and the land was formed. A prominent narrow spit of land some 150 feet high runs north-easterly from here for three-quarter of a mile with many small caves.
Old jetty at Port Ramsay The hamlet of Port Ramsay at the north end of the island of Lismore was established in the early 19th century to house workers in the local lime-burning industry. Lime-burning was carried out here until the outbreak of the First World War.
Old jetty at Port Ramsay
The hamlet of Port Ramsay at the north end of the island of Lismore was established in the early 19th century to house workers in the local lime-burning industry. Lime-burning was carried out here until the outbreak of the First World War.
Port Ramsay Port Ramsay is very sheltered by Lismore itself and the small islands in the bay. The quarry across Loch Linnhe at Glensanda <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NM8247">NM8247</a> is almost hidden by the promontory on the west of the bay and by the tree.
Port Ramsay
Port Ramsay is very sheltered by Lismore itself and the small islands in the bay. The quarry across Loch Linnhe at Glensanda NM8247 is almost hidden by the promontory on the west of the bay and by the tree.
The Lismore ferry approaches Lismore The lower part of the jetty is covered by the tide. Eilean nan Caorach (left) and Inn Island (right) are in the mid distance. Castle Stalker <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NM9247">NM9247</a> is just visible beyond Inn Island.
The Lismore ferry approaches Lismore
The lower part of the jetty is covered by the tide. Eilean nan Caorach (left) and Inn Island (right) are in the mid distance. Castle Stalker NM9247 is just visible beyond Inn Island.
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An Carn is located at Grid Ref: NM9046 (Lat: 56.564079, Lng: -5.4173084)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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An Carn Sgeir Bhuidhe Eilean a' Chaorainn Rubha Imeachar Eilean nan Caorach

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Located within 500m of 56.564079,-5.4173084
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Lat/Long: 56.5663001/-5.4169539
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