Achterneed

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Achterneed

Forest road near Bottacks Current OS 1:25,000 maps show the track ending here. But it is now a through road! In Geograph mapping the current road layout is achieved by zooming to the highest levels.
Forest road near Bottacks Credit: Julian Paren

Achterneed is a small rural village located in the Ross-shire region of the Scottish Highlands. Situated approximately 10 miles northwest of Inverness, it lies within the council area of Highland. The village is nestled in a picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and breathtaking landscapes.

Achterneed is known for its tranquil ambiance and natural beauty, attracting visitors seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. The village is primarily residential, with a small population of friendly and welcoming residents. The houses in Achterneed are traditional stone-built structures, adding to the village's charming character.

The village benefits from its close proximity to Inverness, which provides access to a range of amenities and services. Within a short drive, residents can find supermarkets, schools, healthcare facilities, and a variety of shops and restaurants.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find Achterneed to be a haven for outdoor activities. The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and nature walks. The nearby Monadhliath Mountains provide a stunning backdrop for exploring the Scottish wilderness.

Achterneed is also conveniently located near several historical attractions. The iconic Culloden Battlefield, where the Jacobite Rising of 1745 came to a tragic end, is just a short distance away. Additionally, the famous Loch Ness is within easy reach, allowing visitors to indulge in the legend of the Loch Ness Monster.

Overall, Achterneed is a charming village that offers a peaceful and scenic getaway in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

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Achterneed Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.600953/-4.529667 or Grid Reference NH4859. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forest road near Bottacks Current OS 1:25,000 maps show the track ending here. But it is now a through road! In Geograph mapping the current road layout is achieved by zooming to the highest levels.
Forest road near Bottacks
Current OS 1:25,000 maps show the track ending here. But it is now a through road! In Geograph mapping the current road layout is achieved by zooming to the highest levels.
Uphill to Bottacks on the forest road Gorse lines both sides of the road here.
Uphill to Bottacks on the forest road
Gorse lines both sides of the road here.
New House (or perhaps Newhouse), Heights of Keppoch The OS has two forms of the name, depending on the scale of the map.
New House (or perhaps Newhouse), Heights of Keppoch
The OS has two forms of the name, depending on the scale of the map.
Track at Bottacks
Track at Bottacks
Ben Wyvis
Ben Wyvis
View from Triangulation Point
View from Triangulation Point
Triangulation Point
Triangulation Point
Forest track
Forest track
Heading to Bottacks
Heading to Bottacks
View from the Heights
View from the Heights
Sheepfold hidden in tree growth
Sheepfold hidden in tree growth
The Contin Forest below Raven Rock After a week of hard frost. Seen from an Inverness-bound train.
The Contin Forest below Raven Rock
After a week of hard frost. Seen from an Inverness-bound train.
New house near Easter Blanaird
New house near Easter Blanaird
Forest track, near Achterneed A rather wide, well built track through the forest. The track runs up from Achterneed, and goes towards Contin and Rogie.
A minor track/path branches off to the left just ahead.

The woodland on the left is largely birch trees, along by the banks of the Peffery Burn.
Forest track, near Achterneed
A rather wide, well built track through the forest. The track runs up from Achterneed, and goes towards Contin and Rogie. A minor track/path branches off to the left just ahead. The woodland on the left is largely birch trees, along by the banks of the Peffery Burn.
Achterneed Village Hall Not the smartest of halls these days, but I have had some great ceilidhs there.
Achterneed Village Hall
Not the smartest of halls these days, but I have had some great ceilidhs there.
Track from Bottacks From Bottacks, one can gain access to the nearby Forestry Commission woodland by the way of this track.
Track from Bottacks
From Bottacks, one can gain access to the nearby Forestry Commission woodland by the way of this track.
Trig Point, Druim a' Chuilein The trig point is in a patch of heather moorland with young plantation to the south and east.
Trig Point, Druim a' Chuilein
The trig point is in a patch of heather moorland with young plantation to the south and east.
Old Gate, Druim an t-Sluichd The size of the gate suggests that a track once came this way, but there is no sign of the gate having seen use in recent years.
Old Gate, Druim an t-Sluichd
The size of the gate suggests that a track once came this way, but there is no sign of the gate having seen use in recent years.
Show me another place!

Achterneed is located at Grid Ref: NH4859 (Lat: 57.600953, Lng: -4.529667)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///barn.submerged.ruin. Near Strathpeffer, Highland

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Post Box
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Operator Wikidata: Q638098
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Achterneed Level Crossing
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Telephone
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Post Box
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Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
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Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
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Post Office
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Bus Stop
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Achterneed
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Wikidata: Q2717455
Wikipedia: en:Achterneed
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Achterneed
End Date: 1965-12-07
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Start Date: 1870-08-19
Wikidata: Q4673926
Wikipedia: en:Achterneed railway station
Lat/Long: 57.6027969/-4.5270023
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