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  Loch Gairloch - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Loch Gairloch should not be confused with the Gare Loch.
Loch Gairloch is a sea loch on the northwest coast of Scotland.
The B8021 and B8056 run around its northern and southern shores respectively, connecting the villages of Gairloch, Charlestown, Kerrysdale, Shieldaig, Badachro, and Port Henderson.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Loch_Gairloch   (107 words)

  
 Gairloch - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gairloch (Geàrrloch in Gaelic) is a small village on the shores of Loch Gairloch on the northwest coast of Scotland.
The lands around Gairloch have been mostly in the ownership of the Mackenzies of Gairloch since the 15th century, and there is a family house in the sheltered Glen of Flowerdale.
Gairloch is also home to the UK's smallest local radio station, Two Lochs Radio (website), which is a community-run station serving the central part of Wester Ross.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gairloch   (452 words)

  
 Gairloch - LoveToKnow 1911   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
GAIRLOCH (Gaelic gedrr, short), a sea loch, village and parish in the west of the county of Ross and Cromarty, Scotland.
Flowerdale, an 18th-century house in the pretty little glen of the same name, lying close to the village, is the chief seat of the Gairloch branch of the clan Mackenzie.
William Ross (1762-1790), the Gaelic poet, who was schoolmaster of Gairloch, of which his mother was a native, was buried in the old kirkyard, where a monument commemorates him.
51.1911encyclopedia.org /G/GA/GAIRLOCH.htm   (174 words)

  
 Gairloch & Poolewe Area Main Page on Undiscovered Scotland
Gairloch is the collective name for a number of small settlements overlooking Loch Gairloch.
Poolewe sits in the shelter of Loch Ewe, at the mouth of the River Ewe where it tumbles down from Loch Maree.
North from Poolewe the main road follows the shore of Loch Ewe as far as Aultbea, one of a number of settlements scattered along the north eastern shore of Loch Ewe.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk /areagair/index.html   (712 words)

  
 gairlochgeog21-24
Beinn Alligin / Beinn Dearg / Baosbheinn and Beinn an Eoin / Loch Maree and Loch Ewe (1-4)
The Gairloch area is sometimes chosen by people for their retirement and because of this and the out-migration of younger people seeking jobs, the percentage of elderly is higher than the average for the rest of the country.
Gairloch pier (807748) is now the centre of fishing in the area.
www.geocities.com /nevishulme/gairlochgeog21-24.htm   (436 words)

  
 Wild Fishing Scotland
Many lochs have no apparent owners but it is best to make enquires to make sure, even local knowledge may be out of date and with the increase in popularity of game fishing, things are changing all the time.
Loch Squod leased by Gairloch angling club, is a mid to late summer and autumn loch, enjoying a run of sea trout from the end of July onwards, although early anglers may get a surprise.
A loch to the left of this has a reputation of being the loch where all the arms were dumped at the time of proscription after Culloden.
www.wild-fishing-scotland.co.uk /content.php?page=16   (4693 words)

  
 Gairloch & Ullapool - Cycling Routes Scotland - Cycling with Scottish Sport.co.uk
There are two Gairlochs in Scotland - one near Glasgow (okay, it's actually Gareloch, but let's not be pedantic) and the other a long way further up the West coast.
The tourist info' states: "Gairloch is an area where one needs to return to hot baths, an open fire, good drying facilities...".......This was perceptive stuff, as we soon realised.
We were all in agreement that this was one of the best tracks we had ridden, with a nice loch, a wooden bridge, a couple of awesome waterfalls and, best of all, a 100 metre stretch of river, replacing the path, that you could ride through.
www.scottishsport.co.uk /cycling/gairloch.htm   (1051 words)

  
 Scottish Accommodation Index - Gairloch, Scotland UK
Gairloch is a collection of small settlements such as Auchtercairn, Charlestown, Lonemore, Mial, Smithstown and Strath clustered around the sea loch which gives the town its name; derived from the Gaelic Gearrloch meaning ‘short loch’.
More recently a golf course, a community centre, a museum (the Gairloch Heritage Museum) and a variety of accommodation have come to add to Gairloch’s traditional attractions while the harbour, at Charlestown, has come to be shared by fishing vessels and pleasure craft alike, as well as the occasional inquisitive porpoise or seal.
The Vikings most likely recognised the loch as a convenient natural harbour, where their vessels could take refuge when storms whipped up the often dangerous waters of The Minch into a lethal tumult.
www.scottishaccommodationindex.com /gairlochpics.htm   (834 words)

  
 Gairloch & Poolewe Tour Page on Undiscovered Scotland
This is a land of spectacular mountains and beautiful lochs, of magificent sandy beaches and stark rocky promontories.
As you approach Loch Gairloch, the B8056 on your left provides the first optional excursion, taking you the 9 miles along single track roads through a series of scattered townships to the superb beach at Redpoint, complete with magnificent views to Skye.
From Gairloch the A832 cuts across to Poolewe, an attractive village which offers, at Inverewe Garden, one of the main tourist attractions along this coast.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk /ustours/gairloch-poolewe/index.html   (1094 words)

  
 Gairloch Feature Page on Undiscovered Scotland
Nearby are two churches, the brown stone Free Church with its magnificent views over Loch Gairloch and the white-harled kirk on the inland side of the main road.
Moving north along the A832 as it follows Loch Gairloch you come to the second point of focus, Auchtercairn, around the junction with the B8021.
Gairloch's history dates back at least as far as the iron age dun or fort on a headland near the golf club.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk /gairloch/gairloch/index.html   (778 words)

  
 Your UK - Gairloch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Gairloch offers visitors clean sandy beaches, with history at every turn, dolphins, porpoises and seals in the loch, fishing boats in the harbour, a superb golf course, opportunities for fishing and pony trekking, and some of the best and most varied walking in Scotland.
Gairloch’s colourful history has been dominated by its easy access from the sea and relative inaccessibility from the land.
History is all around you, from the Bronze Age hut circles by the Sand River and the remains of the vitrified fort of An Dùn by Gairloch beach to the Destitution roads and the magnificent family seat of the Clan Mackenzie in the wooded Flowerdale glen.
www.your-uk.com /?a=towns.view&id=259&Page=Gairloch   (319 words)

  
 Loch Maree in the North West Highlands of Scotland
The nearest town, to the northwest of Loch Maree, is superbly situated in a sheltered, sandy bay of the great sea loch known as Loch Gairloch.
Loch Ewe is fed by the River Ewe after its course from Loch Maree.
On the shores of Loch Broom, it is a pleasant and picturesque small coastal township.
www.treasuresofbritain.org /LochMaree.htm   (2044 words)

  
 Gairloch Hotels & Accommodation, Highland near Ullapool to Book Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
We have 4 establishments around Gairloch varying in price from Aultbea Hotel (8.7 miles) at £33 per night to Charleston House (1.5 miles) at £82.
Nearest hotel to Gairloch centre is Charleston House with 4 rooms from £82.
The hotel is located on the shores of Loch Alsh, approximately 3 miles from Kyle of Lochalsh, the main crossing point.
www.uk-hotel-accommodation.co.uk /Scotland/Highland/Gairloch/index.cfm   (146 words)

  
 The Sea Chest Nautical Bookshop 2528 Loch Gairloch and Loch Kishorn to Strome Narr   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
2528 Loch Gairloch and Loch Kishorn to Strome Narr
Loch Gairloch and Loch Kishorn to Strome Narrows
Loch Kishorn to Strome Narrows: Loch Gairloch 1:15,000
www.seachest.co.uk /acatalog/info%5f2875%2ehtml   (52 words)

  
 Melvaig Feature Page on Undiscovered Scotland
Most of Gairloch's shops are found in Strath, a short distance along the B8021 from its junction with the main A832.
For its first few miles the road follows the north shore of Loch Gairloch as far as the attractive Carn Dearg Youth Hostel, and offers views south across the loch to Badachro and Port Henderson, and west to Longa Island, which lies a little over a mile off the coast.
By the time you get to Melvaig you have come some eight miles from Gairloch, and a sign just north of the last of the crofts notes that this is the end of the public road.
www.undiscoveredscotland.com /melvaig/melvaig   (735 words)

  
 Gairloch - Biocrawler   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Gairloch is a small village on the shores of Loch Gairloch on the northwest coast of Scotland.
A popular tourist destination in the summer months, Gairloch boasts a golf course, a small museum, several hotels, a community center (including sports facilities), beaches and mountains.
You can find it there under the keyword Gairloch (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gairloch)The list of previous authors is available here: version history (http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gairlochandaction=history).
www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Gairloch   (150 words)

  
 Loch Maree etc
Loch Maree is one of the finest of Scotland's fresh water lochs.
Loch Maree lies under the great hills which are always blended of the softest of colours.
Gairloch village, at the head of Gair Loch, has a fine open situation with excellent sandy beaches.
www.stevecarter.com /wr5.htm   (256 words)

  
 Gairloch and Poolewe Accommodation & Travel in the Scottish Highlands
Gairloch is a collection of settlements arranged around Loch Gairloch and consists of Lonemore, Smithstown, Mial, Strath, Auchtercairn and Charlestown.
Gairloch is a popular tourist destination with many activities available locally for families of all ages.
Gairloch beach is a safe, sheltered, sandy beach with good parking and toilets.
www.celticfringe.org.uk /gairloch.htm   (2337 words)

  
 Newton House Bed and Breakfast Gairloch B&B by Visit Scotland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Gairloch itself is an ideal base for local walking, loch-side fishing, golfing and sandy beaches.
For eating and drinking, Gairloch and the surrounding area have several excellent restaurants with locally caught seafood as one of the main attractions, and there are several hotels all within walking distance of your accommodation.
Travel to and from Gairloch has never been easier, and there are ferry connections to Skye, bus connections linking the area to the railway station in Achnasheen, along with the towns of Ullapool, Dingwall, Inverness, and flights into Inverness airport with car hire facilities on site.
www.visitscotland.com /listings/Wester-Ross-BBs-Newton-House-Bed-and-Breakfast-MLINSJTZKI.html   (392 words)

  
 Wester Ross Gairloch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Gairloch lies amid spectacular scenery at the head of Gairloch (Gearrloch) which means the short loch.
Gairloch is an old Norse settlement which was frequently visited by Vikings who could shelter in the loch from storms.
Clan MacLeod took possession of Gairloch in 1623 and ruled from An Dun, a fortified Iron Age Dun which was sited on the southern end of Gairloch beach.
www.wester-ross.com /communities/gairloch1.htm   (201 words)

  
 Accommodation - Self Catering - Gairloch Area
Situated at Leacnasaide, between Gairloch and Badachro, with wonderful views of sea and mountains, this is a comfortable property set in two acres of land with its own coastline and mooring facility suitable for dinghies.
Wester Seabrook is a 19th century end-terraced cottage, bordering the shoreline, with superb views across Loch Gairloch to the Torridon Mountains.
Ten minutes drive away is the village of Gairloch, which has a variety of shops including a small supermarket, filling station, leisure centre, museum, a choice of restaurants and bars, a 9-hole golf course and a health centre.
www.highlandwelcome.co.uk /accommodation/selfcatering/gairloch.htm   (3158 words)

  
 Gairloch Cottage - Apron Hill House - UK Lodgings
Apron Hill House is set in an acre of private grounds, from which there are magnificent views of Gairloch, and the Torridon Hills and Mountains.
Gairloch is west of Loch Maree on the west coast of Scotland, in beautiful Wester Ross.
Gairloch has a Heritage Museum in a complex of old farm buildings.
www.milford.co.uk /scotland/accom/r-l-2107.html   (336 words)

  
 New Page 4   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Gairloch is made up of several small villages interspersed around the shores of Loch Gairloch, Caberfeidh is in Auchtercairn.
Gairloch boasts one of the few golf links on the north west coast, a challenging 9 holes overlooking a wide golden beach, fees are reasonable.
The loch itself is the venue for many watersports including boating, sailing, wind surfing and diving or you can simply take a leisurely stroll along one of its many sandy beaches.
freespace.virgin.net /barry.davies1/newpage4.htm   (816 words)

  
 Scotland Gairloch Loch Maree Jul 29 - Aug 5 2006: Details of your selected Explore Britain activity tour
Loch Maree is one of the Highland landscape’s best-known treasures.
Accommodation at the Loch Maree Hotel, known for its fine cuisine, the hotel was built in 1872 and has a great sense of tradition.
This Gairloch and Loch Maree tour is operated by North-West Frontiers from Ullapool in Scotland.
xplorebritain.com /vacdata.asp?code=306CD   (1833 words)

  
 West Highland Seaways - Gairloch & Wester Ross   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Gairloch Heritage Museum houses a range of fascinating artifacts from Gairloch's past.
Gairloch Golf Course offers the "cheekiest 9-hole round with the best views in Scotland".
Gairloch Estate has recently created a number of interesting paths and cycle routes passed Flowerdale House (the Laird's Gairloch residence), round the beautiful Flowerdale waterfalls and through the landscaped semi-natural woodlands.
www.overtheseatoskye.com /gairlochVisit.htm   (288 words)

  
 Loch Ewe, Anti-submarine Indicator Loops, Royal Navy
Loch Ewe is located in the north west Highlands of Scotland about 80 miles west of Inverness.
The temporary base for the Fleet at Loch Ewe was by no means ideal for at 07:52 hrs on 4th December as HMS Nelson was entering the Loch she exploded a magnetic mine.
Loch Ewe was established as a subsidiary assembly port for convoys, and in view of its growing importance, the naval base was commissioned as HMS Helicon at Aultbea on 14th June 1941.
home.iprimus.com.au /waldingr/lochewe.htm   (1284 words)

  
 Some Lochcarron & Wester Ross links, Hans Zell Publishing
Operating from the shores of Loch Ewe in the heart of Wester Ross, Nicola Taylor’s agency provides assistance, practical advice, and dossiers of essential information for those who feel stressed out with an urban lifestyle, and may be contemplating relocation to the Wester Ross area of the Scottish Highlands.
Gairloch (about 50 miles from Lochcarron) is made up of the villages and hamlets around Loch Gairloch from Red Point - which has a wonderful secluded beach - in the southwest to the Rua Reidh Lighthouse in the north.
Situated approximately 50 miles west of Inverness on the Garve to Gairloch road (or it can be reached from Lochcarron via Shieldaig), it is bounded to the north by the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve and the small village of Kinlochewe, at the head of the beautiful Loch Maree.
www.hanszell.co.uk /lochcarron.shtml   (10305 words)

  
 Hebridean Whale Cruises   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Gairloch is a collection of small hamlets distributed around the shores of Loch Gairloch and beyond.
The Gairloch Chandlery stocks waterproof clothing, Wellington boots, waders, hats, Binoculars, walking poles and a comprehensive range of fishing tackle to suit all local fishing requirements and all pockets.
Gairloch has a lot to offer the visitor with excellent accommodation, restaurants and activities.
www.hebridean-whale-cruises.com /About_Gairloch_Scotland_Inverue%20Gardens_fishing_whales_bird%20watching%20.html   (278 words)

  
 Industry Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Badachro Inn - Badachro Inn lies south of Gairloch, in the shelter of Badachro Bay.
Dry Island - Offers self catering and bed and breakfast accommodation on an island in Badachro Bay which is accessible at all times by a floating bridge or on foot at low tide.
Gairloch Marine Life Web - Information on whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, seabirds, visitor centre and cruises at Gairloch.
www.immunomedics.com /cgi-bin/anaconda/odp_apexec.pl?&passurl=/Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom/Scotland/Highland/Gairloch   (323 words)

  
 Radio Authority publishes assessment of local licence award for Gairloch & Loch Ewe
Applications for a licence to serve the communities around Gairloch and Loch Ewe, in Ross-shire on the west coast of Scotland, were invited on 12 July 2002.
The group has made a commitment to include coverage of news and events affecting Wester Ross and its populace, particularly Gairloch and Loch Ewe, interviews with people and organisations in the news and local information for the community and its visitors, as elements in its speech output.
However, the financial model proposed by Two Lochs Radio is similar to other rural Scottish services which, although run on minimal budgets, and with unconventional operating arrangements, have a good track record in sustaining local radio services.
www.ofcom.org.uk /static/archive/rau/newsroom/news-release/03/pr012.htm   (915 words)

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