Kishorn

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Kishorn

Motorcyclists at Tornapress The famous pass of the Bealach na Ba has recently seen a large increase in tourist traffic as part of the North Coast 500 route. Here bikers have pulled in for souvenir photographs of the warning signs at the start of the route.
Motorcyclists at Tornapress Credit: Jim Barton

Kishorn is a small village located in the Ross-shire region of the Scottish Highlands. Situated on the west coast of Scotland, it is nestled between the scenic mountains and the picturesque Loch Kishorn. The village is part of the larger Kishorn Peninsula, which extends into the Applecross Peninsula.

Kishorn has a population of around 200 people, making it a close-knit and peaceful community. It is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, attracting visitors who seek a serene escape from the bustling city life. The area offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, including the famous Beinn Alligin and Beinn Eighe.

Historically, Kishorn was primarily a fishing village, with a thriving fishing industry that played a significant role in the local economy. However, in recent years, the village has become more focused on tourism, thanks to its idyllic setting and the opportunity for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting.

One of the notable features of Kishorn is the Kishorn Port, which was once a major hub for the oil and gas industry. Today, it has been transformed into a multi-purpose facility, hosting various marine-related activities and supporting the renewable energy sector. The port also includes a dry dock that has been used for the construction and decommissioning of large offshore structures.

In summary, Kishorn is a charming village in Ross-shire, Scotland, offering a peaceful retreat amidst stunning natural landscapes. With its rich history, scenic beauty, and growing focus on tourism and renewable energy, Kishorn has much to offer both residents and visitors alike.

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Motorcyclists at Tornapress The famous pass of the Bealach na Ba has recently seen a large increase in tourist traffic as part of the North Coast 500 route. Here bikers have pulled in for souvenir photographs of the warning signs at the start of the route.
Motorcyclists at Tornapress
The famous pass of the Bealach na Ba has recently seen a large increase in tourist traffic as part of the North Coast 500 route. Here bikers have pulled in for souvenir photographs of the warning signs at the start of the route.
Applecross road meets A896 The North Coast 500 is a 516 mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle. The route is also known as the NC500 and was launched in 2015, linking many features in the north Highlands of Scotland in one touring route.
The route has increased visitor numbers to parts of the north of Scotland, which has brought economic benefits to some areas. The increase in traffic has also led to more instances of bad and dangerous driving, as well as damage to the roads and concerns about the environmental impact. 
Apparently the route was amended in 2022 with detours etc being removed.
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Latest route map: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.northcoast500.com/explore-the-route/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.northcoast500.com/explore-the-route/">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>
Applecross road meets A896
The North Coast 500 is a 516 mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle. The route is also known as the NC500 and was launched in 2015, linking many features in the north Highlands of Scotland in one touring route. The route has increased visitor numbers to parts of the north of Scotland, which has brought economic benefits to some areas. The increase in traffic has also led to more instances of bad and dangerous driving, as well as damage to the roads and concerns about the environmental impact. Apparently the route was amended in 2022 with detours etc being removed. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link Original route map: LinkExternal link Latest route map: LinkExternal link
Seafield and Kishorn Port Viewed from the A896. The vessel is the ‘Voyageur Spirit’ a floating Storage / Production vessel. The Seafield Centre can be seen at the end of the track.
Seafield and Kishorn Port
Viewed from the A896. The vessel is the ‘Voyageur Spirit’ a floating Storage / Production vessel. The Seafield Centre can be seen at the end of the track.
Applecross Road Not a good day to try this route
Applecross Road
Not a good day to try this route
On the Bealach na Ba road 2km West of the Tornapress junction. The gap to the right is Coirre a Chaorachain.
On the Bealach na Ba road
2km West of the Tornapress junction. The gap to the right is Coirre a Chaorachain.
Young trees by the Allt an t-Sratha Fhuair
Young trees by the Allt an t-Sratha Fhuair
Eroded rocks at Seafield, Kishorn
Eroded rocks at Seafield, Kishorn
Ruined houses at Seafield,  Kishorn
Ruined houses at Seafield, Kishorn
Looking down Coire nan Uan With the fish farm in Loch Kishorn prominent.
Looking down Coire nan Uan
With the fish farm in Loch Kishorn prominent.
Drochaid Coire nan Arr
Drochaid Coire nan Arr
Junction for Russel and Kishorn Dry Dock
Junction for Russel and Kishorn Dry Dock
Kishorn Post Office Kishorn Post Office in 1976
Kishorn Post Office
Kishorn Post Office in 1976
View South East From The Applecross Road
View South East From The Applecross Road
Start of the road to Applecross
Start of the road to Applecross
The Russel Burn The burn just downstream from Drochaid Coire nan Arr, flowing over Torridonian sandstone.
The Russel Burn
The burn just downstream from Drochaid Coire nan Arr, flowing over Torridonian sandstone.
View across Loch Kishorn A scanned image of a print taken in 1993 from near our holiday cottage. We were there for two weeks and it rained at some point every day but it was still a wonderful holiday.
View across Loch Kishorn
A scanned image of a print taken in 1993 from near our holiday cottage. We were there for two weeks and it rained at some point every day but it was still a wonderful holiday.
Loch Kishorn Another holiday photo - a rare one when it was not raining. Taken on film and scanned 25 years later.
Loch Kishorn
Another holiday photo - a rare one when it was not raining. Taken on film and scanned 25 years later.
Bridge over the Kishorn River A well built stone bridge over the River Kishorn. It is the start of the road to the Bealach Na Ba a very steep road to the village of Applecross.
Bridge over the Kishorn River
A well built stone bridge over the River Kishorn. It is the start of the road to the Bealach Na Ba a very steep road to the village of Applecross.
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Kishorn is located at Grid Ref: NG8340 (Lat: 57.401257, Lng: -5.6123759)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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