Westford

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Westford

Flying the flag - proud to be Scottish Credit: Peter Moore

Westford is a small village located in the county of Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated in the picturesque Highlands region, it is nestled amidst stunning landscapes and surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. Westford is approximately 10 miles northwest of the town of Dingwall and around 20 miles west of Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.

The village itself is relatively small, with a population of just over 500 residents. It boasts a tight-knit community that is known for its warmth and friendliness. The main focal point of Westford is its charming village square, which features a few local shops, a post office, and a traditional Scottish pub. The village also has a primary school and a community center, which serves as a hub for various activities and events throughout the year.

One of the notable attractions in Westford is the nearby Loch Westford, a serene freshwater loch that offers picturesque views and opportunities for fishing and boating. The surrounding area is also rich in wildlife, with frequent sightings of deer, birds of prey, and other native species.

Westford is well-connected to the rest of Ross-shire and the Highlands via a network of roads, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors. Its idyllic location and tranquil atmosphere make it a popular choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the bustling city life.

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Westford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.693432/-4.2753297 or Grid Reference NH6469. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flying the flag - proud to be Scottish

Peter Moore

Minor road at Contullich

Steven Brown

Minor road near Alness

Steven Brown

Earthen fields north of Alness

The view across prairie-like fields is to the east where the opening of the Cromarty Firth can be seen at the horizon's centre. The steel town of Invergordon and oil rigs can be detected too.

Trevor Littlewood

Heading north out of Alness

On National Cycle Route 1.

JThomas

Turn right for National Cycle Route 1

JThomas

Crop field north of National Cycle Route 1

JThomas

Bales in a snowy field by Contullich

Alpin Stewart

Closed road, Alness

Completely closed, but there was always the trick of cutting through the golf club car park. However somebody's son or daughter had thought of that and placed the opposite fence precisely to prevent that. Thanks! A local provided a work round by directing me through a nearby quarry!

Richard Webb

Quarry, Alness

A local pointed out a road through here as a way of getting around the day's road closure (there is always a closed road).

Richard Webb

Quarry, Alness

A selection of water polished stones and gravel, quarried behind Alness.

Richard Webb

Quarry, Alness

There is a band of quarries and gravel pits behind Alness.

Richard Webb

Quarry, Alness

Looks as if glacial deposits are being quarried here.

Richard Webb

Footbridge over the River Averon or River Alness

valenta

Fairway on Alness Golf Course

Fairway on this picturesque golf course - heading towards the club house.

Chris Heaton

Leaving Alness on Ardross Road

Walking on tarmac shared with Cycle Route 1 (again). But, unknown to us at the time, also following the newly-created (still being established) John O'Groats Trail.

Tim Heaton