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Borve Castle, Farr, Bettyhill, Sutherland.
| NGR: | NC 72480 64140 |
| WGS84: | 58.54659, -4.19274 |
| Length: | 50 m |
| Vert. Range: | Not recorded |
| Altitude: | 0 m |
| Geology: | Bettyhill Formation - migmatitic psammite, migmatitic semipelite |
| Tags: | Cave, Arch, SeaCave |
| Registry: | main |
Large natural arch through the promontory on top of which are the medieval ruins of Borve Castle.
Alternative Names: Farr Castle Arch
Notes: Borve Castle is also known as Farr Castle.
Given length approx. Coordinates are for the W entrance.
Hydrographic Feeds: Geodh' Ruadh
Hydrographic Resurgences: Borrogeo
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This entry was last updated: 2026-04-11 07:33:39
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