Dùn Cholla

Heritage Site in Argyllshire

Scotland

Dùn Cholla

Dunes south of Port a' Chapuill, Colonsay Having turned Colonsay&#039;s SW corner you head on fine white sand towards the Strand. This can be a warm place in northerly winds. — Dunes south of Port a' Chapuill, Colonsay Credit: Julian Paren

Dùn Cholla is a historic site located in Argyllshire, Scotland. This ancient fort is situated on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Sound of Jura, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The site is believed to have been inhabited since the Iron Age, with evidence of settlements dating back over 2,000 years.

The fort consists of a series of stone walls and structures, including a well-preserved circular stone tower. The site also features a number of underground chambers and passageways, some of which are thought to have been used for storage or as living quarters.

Dùn Cholla is of significant historical and archaeological importance, providing valuable insights into the lives and cultures of the people who once inhabited the area. The site has been designated as a scheduled ancient monument, ensuring its protection and preservation for future generations to enjoy and learn from.

Visitors to Dùn Cholla can explore the site's ruins and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Interpretive signs and information boards provide further context and background on the fort's history and significance.

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Dùn Cholla Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.045/-6.215 or Grid Reference NR3791. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dunes south of Port a' Chapuill, Colonsay

Having turned Colonsay's SW corner you head on fine white sand towards the Strand. This can be a warm place in northerly winds.

Julian Paren

Dunes at south-east corner of Colonsay

Looking over to Jura

James Wood

Coastline below Beinn Eibhne, Colonsay

A cloudy evening after rain but still an exciting place to be.

Julian Paren

The Strand between Colonsay and Oronsay

After low tide the Strand fills with water and the oysters are happy while those on Oronsay must await the next low water to cross back to the shop or their ferry. Yellow lichens are a feature of Colonsay.

Julian Paren

The East end of the Strand

The Strand is the area of tidal sands separating Colonsay and Oronsay. Looking SE from Rubha Bagh nan Capull, Colonsay. The sand dunes on the right are Rubha Ban, Oronsay. Jura is in the distance.

Ian Taylor

The end of the public road at The Strand, Colonsay

The temporary notice attached to the road sign is from the RSPB informing would-be visitors that Oronsay was closed due to the Foot and Mouth epidemic. Colonsay was open to visitors as long as cars were washed in Oban before catching the ferry and all who arrived on Colonsay had to walk through a detergent bath. The Strand can be crossed on foot and by landrover at low tide states.

Julian Paren

The Colonsay Post Bus en route to Oronsay

The bus crosses the Strand near low tide and can take passengers as well.

Julian Paren

Oyster Farm on Rubha Bagh nan Capull

It looks disused but all the machinery was well oiled and covered up.

Tom Richardson

Rock formations south-east corner of Colonsay

Looking across to the very eastern tip of Oronsay

Tom Richardson

Tidal rocks at Rubha Bagh nan Capull

The strand beyond, just drying about a couple of hours before low tide. Having arrived a little early for the crossing to Oronsay from Colonsay, we waited here for the sands to dry and permit us across - but we still got wet feet!

Gordon Brown

Bagh nan Capull

Looking over to Oronsay.

Gordon Brown

Marker post for the route across The Strand

Approaching Oronsay from The Strand, this is the 'port-hand' marker post for the track onto Oronsay itself; it has a red refelctor just showing at the top for use at night or in poor visibility.

Gordon Brown

Fields in the south of Colonsay

From the B8086 road.

Andrew Abbott

Machrins farmhouse

From the B8086 road.

Andrew Abbott

The beach of TrÃ igh BÃ n on the east coast of Colonsay

This beach is usually quiet, because it is often neglected in favour of other beaches. The Paps of Jura lie on the skyline. The beach is not named on OS maps but the local map calls it Tràigh Bàn.

Julian Paren

Sand dunes south of Port a' Chapuill

Perhaps this is the most beautiful corner of Colonsay. It comes into its own in a northerly wind when the dunes can provide effective perfect wind protection. The Paps of Jura dominate the skyline eastwards.

Julian Paren