Ceann Hurnavay

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Ceann Hurnavay

Grimshader Salmon Farm Marine Harvest - Arachas Bhratan Griomshadair. Sea loch industry on the shores of Loch Griomsiadair. — Grimshader Salmon Farm Credit: Colin Smith

Ceann Hurnavay is a small village located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the northwest coast of the country, the village is known for its stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby sea. Ceann Hurnavay is a popular destination for tourists looking to experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

The village is home to a small population of residents who enjoy a peaceful and tranquil way of life. The area is known for its rugged landscapes, with rolling hills and cliffs providing a dramatic backdrop to the village. The nearby coastline offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.

Ceann Hurnavay is also known for its rich history, with several historic sites and landmarks in the area. Visitors can explore ancient ruins, castles, and other historical sites that offer a glimpse into the village's past.

Overall, Ceann Hurnavay is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty and history of the Scottish Highlands.

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Ceann Hurnavay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.152022/-6.42542 or Grid Reference NB3926. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grimshader Salmon Farm

Marine Harvest - Arachas Bhratan Griomshadair. Sea loch industry on the shores of Loch Griomsiadair.

Colin Smith

Loch Griomsiadair

Yacht and lobster boat moored in the sheltered sea loch at Grimshader which is also used for salmon farming.

Colin Smith

Loch Grimshader

Ordnance survey maps show two Loch Grimshaders! One is the sea loch as shown on NB3925; the second is this small freshwater loch in the village of Grimshader. It seems likely that the ordnance survey got it wrong many years ago when it first named the sea loch as Loch Grimshader. Its name was originally Loch Hurnavay. This freshwater loch has a small island in it. Although I have found no archaeological reference to it, I suspect that the island is possibly a crannog, as it has a sunken overgrown interior within a ring of large stones and boulders. The loch is good for brown trout and eels. The village, Grimshader, takes its name from the Norse, and means Grim's summer pasture.

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Grimshader's 'Peat Road'

This track is used by local crofters to reach their flocks grazing on the open moorland, and by some villagers who cut peat for fuel.

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Peat Cuttings, Bog Cotton and Water Tower

The peat cuttings just right of centre in this photograph were, until recently, worked by Torcuil MacRath (Torquil MacRae), a Gaelic poet and author of some distinction who died late in 2006. A wonderful character and a good neighbour, it was our privilege and pleasure to count him as a friend during the few years my family and I have lived here. I now work these peat cuttings myself. While much of the UK has suffered a wet spring and summer in 2007, the weather on the Isle of Lewis has been relatively dry. Perhaps this accounts for the fine crop of bog cotton seen on the moorland this year. On the horizon is a water tower, no longer used.

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Loch nan Capull

Loch nan Capull (the loch of the colt). A reasonably good trout loch.

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Wrecked car at end of the peat road

This car graces the far end of Grimshaders peat road. Although the tyres appear in good order, it is probable that the vehicle would fail its MoT on other counts.

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Loch Beinn Bhreac

This loch is unusual in that no streams run into it, and no (surface) streams run out of it, as it is drained by an underground stream running through the peat. It is not believed to contain any fish.

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Old croft buildings at Ranais

Dave Fergusson

Grazing land at Ranais

Overlooking Loch Griomsiadar.

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Loch Tom an Fheidh

This is the south western side of Loch Tom an Fheidh. The loch is over half a mile long and the main body runs away to the north east and is situated about a mile south south west of Arnish point.

Stephen Branley

Loch Orasaigh

Freshwater loch set in rough moorland south of Stornoway. The hills of Harris are on the skyline.

Colin Smith

Arnish Moor: Loch Orasaigh in silhouette

The evening sunlight reflects off the surface of Loch Orasaigh as we look across the northern side of Eilean Mòr, the island in the middle of the loch.

Chris Downer

Boats at Loch Griomsiadair

Fishing boats drawn up behind Buaile Mhor near the crofting settlement of Ranais, Isle of Lewis

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Loch Orasaigh and Eilean Mor

Loch Orasaigh and Eilean Mor (Big Island). The mountains of Harris are on the horizon.

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Unclassified road to Grimshader

At Roisgeil house this unclassified road leading to the village of Grimshader splits from the B897. The houses at the north-westernmost end of Grimshader (marked on the map as Ceann Hurnavay) can be seen in the distance (in NB3926), and to their left, on the skyline, is an obsolete watertower (in NB4026).

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