Black Mill Bay

Settlement in Argyllshire

Scotland

Black Mill Bay

Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church and associated graveyard This ruined church stands in its graveyard near to a road junction in the midst of the Isle of Luing just northwest of the village of Toberonochy.
The ruins of the church are a Designated Ancient Monument <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM3808" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM3808">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> while the graveyard is Category &#039;B&#039; listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB12196" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB12196">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>
Canmore website information: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/22552/luing-kilchattan-old-parish-church" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/22552/luing-kilchattan-old-parish-church">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>
See also:
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7258575">NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church from its graveyard</a>
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7258583">NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton ruined church - grave slabs</a>
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7258588">NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Interior of ruined church</a>
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7258592">NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Graveyard to the west of ruined church</a> — Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church and associated graveyard Credit: Rob Farrow

Black Mill Bay is a picturesque coastal destination located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated on the western coast, it offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. The bay is known for its rugged cliffs, pristine sandy beaches, and crystal-clear turquoise waters.

The bay gets its name from the historic black mill, which was once used for grinding grain. Although the mill is no longer operational, its ruins add a touch of charm to the area and serve as a reminder of its rich history. Visitors can explore these ruins and learn about the bay's past.

Black Mill Bay is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities. The bay is a popular spot for fishing, with ample opportunities to catch salmon, trout, and other local fish species. It also attracts birdwatchers, as it is home to a variety of seabirds, including gannets, puffins, and cormorants.

The bay's sandy beaches are perfect for leisurely walks and sunbathing, and the clear waters make it an ideal spot for swimming and snorkeling. Additionally, the nearby cliffs provide excellent opportunities for hiking and rock climbing, with stunning panoramic views at the top.

For those seeking a tranquil escape, Black Mill Bay offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Its secluded location and unspoiled landscapes make it an ideal destination for relaxation and unwinding amidst nature's beauty.

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Black Mill Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.213671/-5.6578947 or Grid Reference NM7308. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church and associated graveyard

This ruined church stands in its graveyard near to a road junction in the midst of the Isle of Luing just northwest of the village of Toberonochy. The ruins of the church are a Designated Ancient Monument Link

while the graveyard is Category 'B' listed Link

Canmore website information: Link

Rob Farrow

Luing - Boat in Black Mill Bay

This striking little red boat moored in Black Mill Bay on the west coast of the Isle of Luing caught my attention with its almost perfect reflection in the water. The hill in the background is Cnoc Mòr which rises to 184' (56m).

Rob Farrow

Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church from its graveyard

Looking at the ruined church at Kilchatton near Toberonochy from the north. The ruins of the church are a Designated Ancient Monument Link

while the graveyard is Category 'B' listed Link

Canmore website information: Link

Rob Farrow

Luing - Kilchatton ruined church - grave slabs

Old grave slabs at the western end of the ruined church at Kilchatton near Toberonochy on the Isle of Luing. See also: NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church and associated graveyard NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church from its graveyard NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Interior of ruined church NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Graveyard to the west of ruined church

Rob Farrow

Luing - Kilchatton - Interior of ruined church

Looking from the open eastern end of the ruined church at Kilchatton near Toberonochy on the Isle of Luing. The gravestones must post-date the ruination of the church. See also: NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church and associated graveyard NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church from its graveyard NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton ruined church - grave slabs NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Graveyard to the west of ruined church

Rob Farrow

Luing - Kilchatton - Graveyard to the west of ruined church

Looking along the western end of the ruined church at Kilchatton near Toberonochy on the Isle of Luing, with numerous gravestones between the church and the graveyard wall. See also: NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church and associated graveyard NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Ruined church from its graveyard NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton ruined church - grave slabs NM7409 : Luing - Kilchatton - Interior of ruined church

Rob Farrow

Luing - Toberonochy - Cottages

Most of the older cottages in Toberonochy are Category 'B' listed, including this row of rubble-built cottages. See listing here: Link

Pretty-much the whole of Toberonochy is a conservation area - see Link

Rob Farrow

Luing - Toberonochy - Beached dinghies

A couple of dinghies hauled up beside one of several inlets or quays on the coast by the village of Toberonochy, Luing's second largest settlement after Cullipool.

Rob Farrow

Luing - Toberonochy - Northern harbour

There is quite a large parking area with inlets on either side of it which form Toberonochy Harbour. Houses on the end of this northern inlet have a very pleasant outlook. Cf. NM7508 : Luing - Toberonochy - Southern harbour

Rob Farrow

Luing - Looking up Shuna Sound from Toberonochy

This is a view along the northern section of Shuna Sound from beside Toberonochy Harbour. The land on the left is part of the Isle of Luing, while that on the right is the very lightly populated Isle of Shuna. Although Shuna has just three permanent residents (or some references say one!), there are several holiday properties that can be hired there - see Link

Shuna has an area of 451ha (1,114 acres), taking its population as 3, it has a population density of just 0.7/km2 (1.8/sq mi). Its highest point is Druim na Dubh Ghlaic at 90m (295')

Rob Farrow

Luing - Toberonochy - Southern harbour

The hull of an old boat leans against the western bank of the southern harbour at Toberonochy. Cf. NM7408 : Luing - Toberonochy - Northern harbour

Rob Farrow

Luing - Toberonochy - The road out of the village

Looking along the street that leads out of the picturesque little village of Toberonochy on the Isle of Luing. Almost the entire village is HES Category 'B' listed - see Link

Rob Farrow

Luing - Looking across Black Mill Bay to Ardlarach

A view across the semicircular Black Mill Bay from the eponymous settlement of Blackmillbay to the land around Ardlarach with Cnoc Mòr rising behind it to the left (west).

Rob Farrow

Luing - Blackmillbay - Jetty

The concrete section of this jetty at Blackmillbay on Luing still stands but what looks as though was a wooden continuation of it looks to be long gone. The jetty juts out to the west into the Sound of Luing. The island seen in the distance is Lunga (Population: 0, Area: 250ha (1 mile²), Highest point: Bidean na h-Iolaire 98m (322'))

Rob Farrow

Luing - Luing Cattle - a small herd

A little group of the good-looking Luing Cattle a breed named after the island. The breed is three quarters Beef Shorthorn and one quarter Highland. They are a very hardy beef cow that can raise their calves in harsh conditions. See Wikipedia article here: Link

Luing Cattle Society webpage here: Link

Rob Farrow

Luing - A small herd of Luing cattle on a ridge

This little group of the Luing Cattle were moving slowly across the ridge north of the lane from Blackmillbay to Toberonochy on the island from which they get their name. The breed is three quarters Beef Shorthorn and one quarter Highland. They are a very hardy beef cow that can raise their calves in harsh conditions. See Wikipedia article here: Link

Luing Cattle Society webpage here: Link

Rob Farrow

Luing - A Luing cow

This fine beast was munching on the grassland of the Isle of Luing from which the breed gets its name. The breed is three quarters Beef Shorthorn and one quarter Highland. They are a very hardy beef cow that can raise their calves in harsh conditions. See Wikipedia article here: Link

Luing Cattle Society webpage here: Link

Rob Farrow