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Bhorrain (Uamh a')

Islay, Am Borran, SW of Glen Astle, Argyllshire.

NGR:NR 27635 45262
WGS84:55.62443, -6.32815
Length:10 m
Vert. Range:4 m
Altitude:10 m
Geology:Not recorded
Tags:Arch, SeaCave
Registry:second

Sea cave and natural arch in rocky cliff. Arch about 10 m above sea level.

Alternative Names: Uamh a' Bhorrain, Cave of the Haunch

Notes: Am Borran, the Haunch or Buttocks hence Cave of the Haunch.

Access, just over 2 km from Glenastle Farm, 3 km from undesignated minor road at Coillabus.

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This entry was last updated: 2019-08-07 13:34:23

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