Balachuirn

Settlement in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Balachuirn

Holoman Bay A stony beach on the west side of Raasay.
From a print. Date approximate — Holoman Bay Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Balachuirn is a small village located in the county of Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated in the western part of the country, it lies on the banks of the River Lochy, surrounded by picturesque landscapes and stunning natural beauty. The village is approximately 12 miles northwest of Fort William, one of the largest towns in the area.

Despite its small size, Balachuirn offers a peaceful and tranquil environment for its residents and visitors alike. The village is characterized by traditional Scottish architecture, with charming stone houses and cottages dotting the landscape. The surrounding countryside is dominated by lush green hills and mountains, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing.

Balachuirn is also known for its proximity to several notable landmarks and attractions. Just a short distance away is the famous Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles, attracting mountaineers and nature enthusiasts from all over the world. The nearby Glen Nevis is also a popular destination for its breathtaking scenery and hiking trails.

While the village itself does not have many amenities, the nearby town of Fort William offers a range of services including shops, restaurants, and accommodations. Balachuirn is well-connected by road, with the A82 passing through the area, providing easy access to other parts of Inverness-shire and beyond.

Overall, Balachuirn is a quaint and idyllic Scottish village, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, and serving as a gateway to the stunning natural wonders of the surrounding area.

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Balachuirn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.391112/-6.0708448 or Grid Reference NG5540. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Holoman Bay

A stony beach on the west side of Raasay. From a print. Date approximate

Des Blenkinsopp

Track to Balachuirn

A well constructed cart track across the moorland above Holoman.

John Allan

Balachuirn

The town of the cairn.

John Allan

On the Dun Caan path

Nearing the bottom of the excellent path from Dun Caan down to the road near Balmeanach. Across the Sound of Raasay are the big cliffs just north of Portree Bay.

Gordon Hatton

Traffic approaching

Traffic is a rare thing on Raasay, but here come two cyclists along the main N-S road on the island. The two parked vehicles are at the point where the hill path heads off towards Dun Caan.

Gordon Hatton

The path to Dun Caan

Looking towards Portree Bay (left of centre) with The Storr and Trotternish Ridge in distance.

Douglas Nelson

Heathland from path to Dun Caan

Looking towards The Cuillin from the path to Dun Caan

Douglas Nelson

The start of the Dun Caan path

This route is shorter and less muddy than the one from Inverarish.

Gordon Brown

Sign for Balameanach

Also spelt 'Balmeanach' by the OS. The hills of the Trotternish ridge on Skye showing over the Sound of Raasay.

Gordon Brown

Starting off for the path to Inver

Gordon Brown

Butterfly by the path to Inver

I am informed by James Yardley that this is a Speckled Wood (Pararge aegeria) - The three black eyes with white pupils on yellow patches on each hindwing confirm this. Absent from the Outer Hebrides but found in NW Scotland including obviously Raasay. see Link

Gordon Brown

The path to Inver

Gordon Brown

The beach at Inver

The Trotternish ridge on Skye in the distance over the Sound of Raasay.

Gordon Brown

The burn disappears!

This is the Storab Burn and it is running with quite a lot of water. But here on the beach at Inver it must reach a porous spot in the underlying material and simply disappears.

Gordon Brown