Blog Article by Declan Rex
Ullapool is a small, bonnie town that sits on the shores of Loch Broom on the west coast of the Highlands. In the old days it was a fishing village with its harbour being designed by Thomas Telford. Now it is a major transport hub with its ferry link to the Western isles, and is a popular stop off with visitors due to its amazing scenery and large number of services that are available.
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Corrieshalloch Gorge
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Corrieshalloch translates to ‘Ugly Hollow’ in Gaelic, but there is nothing ugly about Corrieshalloch Gorge, a deep tree-shrouded chasm and beauty spot that cuts through a Highland wilderness rich in flora and fauna. Corrieshalloch is a slot gorge that was cut as far back as 2.6million years ago by Ice Age glacial meltwater. There are a number of trails as well as a Victorian suspension bridge that offers jaw dropping views of the gorge. |
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Knockan Crag
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Knocken Crag is a major geological significance as it is a fault line that unlocks the mysteries of one of the oldest landscapes in Europe! |
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The Bone Caves
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A beautiful and popular walk in a limestone valley to the dramatic bone caves. These cave openings part way up a the side of a valley are where the remains have been found of species such as lynx, reindeer and polar bear which once roamed here. |
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An Talla Solais
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An Talla Solais is the community-led art centre in Ullapool on the northwest coast of Scotland. It hosts a wide range of exhibitions of contemporary art; organises classes, courses and events to enable people to connect with art. It makes for a great visit for those who are interested in art and getting to see some of the amazing pieces which are produced locally. |
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Summer Isles
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The Isle of Tanera Mòr lies within the Summer Isles archipelago, just a mile off the Coigach Peninsula in the North-West Highlands of Scotland. It’s a beautiful and remote place and feels far from the rush and clamour of modern life, but the Island is surprisingly accessible witha 45 min sail from Ullapool – majority of sailors tend to anchor West of the North pier. |
Image Credits:
Header: Andrew Bennett| Second: Robert Linsdell | Third: Kevin Walsh | Fourth: Alan Jamieson | Fifth: An Talla Solais | Sixth: Gordon Milligan
