Cnoc na Cuilce

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc na Cuilce

Craft workshop in Kirkibost One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost Credit: Gus Macdonald

Cnoc na Cuilce, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a prominent hill/mountain standing at an elevation of approximately 625 meters (2,050 feet) above sea level. This natural landmark is part of the larger mountain range known as the Monadhliath Mountains, which stretches across the Highlands of Scotland.

Cnoc na Cuilce is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep slopes and craggy outcrops. Its distinct shape and commanding presence make it a popular destination for hikers, mountaineers, and nature enthusiasts seeking breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill/mountain is covered by a mixture of vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered birch trees. The lower slopes are often covered in purple heather, which creates a stunning contrast with the greenery of the surrounding valleys.

Cnoc na Cuilce offers a variety of walking routes for visitors to explore, ranging from gentle strolls to more challenging hikes. The paths wind through moorland and heath, leading adventurers to the summit, where they can enjoy panoramic views of the Scottish Highlands, including nearby lochs and glens.

Wildlife is abundant in the area surrounding Cnoc na Cuilce, with deer, mountain hares, and various bird species frequently spotted by visitors. The hill/mountain is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare alpine plants and mosses.

Overall, Cnoc na Cuilce is an impressive natural feature in Ross-shire, offering a unique and rewarding experience for those who venture to explore its slopes and take in the stunning vistas it offers.

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Cnoc na Cuilce Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.2158/-6.7947806 or Grid Reference NB1835. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Craft workshop in Kirkibost One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost
One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost
Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
View towards Circebost Pier
View towards Circebost Pier
Croftland, Circebost, Great Bernera Looking across Loch Ròg an Ear (East Loch Roag) towards Eilean Chearstaigh.
Croftland, Circebost, Great Bernera
Looking across Loch Ròg an Ear (East Loch Roag) towards Eilean Chearstaigh.
Lazy beds below Cnoc Righseodh, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh
Lazy beds below Cnoc Righseodh, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh
Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh From Discovery and Excavation in Scotland, 1976: "On grassy ridge 100m N of road, 25m E of track through Croft 24, Kirkibost. A large prone slab approx. 3.55m x 1.35m, thickness varying from 0.25-0.45m, lying in peat on a grassy ridge. The lower end appears to be surrounded by packing stones and there is a void under the centre of the stone. This stone was brought to our notice by Mr Norman MacDonald of Kirkibost."
Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh
From Discovery and Excavation in Scotland, 1976: "On grassy ridge 100m N of road, 25m E of track through Croft 24, Kirkibost. A large prone slab approx. 3.55m x 1.35m, thickness varying from 0.25-0.45m, lying in peat on a grassy ridge. The lower end appears to be surrounded by packing stones and there is a void under the centre of the stone. This stone was brought to our notice by Mr Norman MacDonald of Kirkibost."
Possible fallen standing stone, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh This stone lies approximately 80m ESE of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5293759">NB1734 : Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh</a>.  The croft owner, who is the grandson of Norman MacDonald who originally brought Callanish XV to archaeologists' attention, believes it to be fallen standing stone.
Possible fallen standing stone, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh
This stone lies approximately 80m ESE of NB1734 : Calanais/Callanish XV, Circebost, Great Bernera/Beàrnaraigh. The croft owner, who is the grandson of Norman MacDonald who originally brought Callanish XV to archaeologists' attention, believes it to be fallen standing stone.
Looking down at Circebost Circebost or Kirkibost is a tiny settlement on Great Bernera. This island is now connected to Lewis by a short pre-stressed concrete bridge. In 1953 when it was built it was and remains the first bridge of such material in Europe.  

The settlemenr is also important as it is the first planned crofting township in the Outer Hebrides, though I think town is a lofty description for such a small group of houses.
Looking down at Circebost
Circebost or Kirkibost is a tiny settlement on Great Bernera. This island is now connected to Lewis by a short pre-stressed concrete bridge. In 1953 when it was built it was and remains the first bridge of such material in Europe. The settlemenr is also important as it is the first planned crofting township in the Outer Hebrides, though I think town is a lofty description for such a small group of houses.
Ruined cottage on Great Bernera The ruin stands at the side of the minor road close to the north shore of Loch Barraglom.
Ruined cottage on Great Bernera
The ruin stands at the side of the minor road close to the north shore of Loch Barraglom.
End of the road at Tobhtaral Two houses at the end of the road in the SE corner of Great Bernera island.
End of the road at Tobhtaral
Two houses at the end of the road in the SE corner of Great Bernera island.
Am Port Mor A shallow bay on the south east coast of Great Bernera.
Am Port Mor
A shallow bay on the south east coast of Great Bernera.
Church ruin near Circebost. The ruin is presumed to be medieval, and is situated on a point of land on the north side of Am Port Mor.
Church ruin near Circebost.
The ruin is presumed to be medieval, and is situated on a point of land on the north side of Am Port Mor.
Circebost A crofting community in the south east of Great Bernera island.
Circebost
A crofting community in the south east of Great Bernera island.
The road to Circebost pier. looking north along the road towards the inlet of Dubh Thob.
The road to Circebost pier.
looking north along the road towards the inlet of Dubh Thob.
Circebost Pier The pier at Circebost, where shellfish are regularly landed.
Circebost Pier
The pier at Circebost, where shellfish are regularly landed.
Working on the boat Repairing and refurbishing a boat at Circebost.
Working on the boat
Repairing and refurbishing a boat at Circebost.
Unnamed lochans near Circebost Lochans and rocky terrain on Great Bernera.
Unnamed lochans near Circebost
Lochans and rocky terrain on Great Bernera.
The road to Breacleit. One of the small roads across the island of Great Bernera, heading for the natural focus of the island, which is the small community of Breacleit.
The road to Breacleit.
One of the small roads across the island of Great Bernera, heading for the natural focus of the island, which is the small community of Breacleit.
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Cnoc na Cuilce is located at Grid Ref: NB1835 (Lat: 58.2158, Lng: -6.7947806)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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