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Glas-eilean Cave

Glas-eilean, Farr, Bettyhill, Sutherland.

NGR:NC 72863 64159
WGS84:58.54687, -4.18617
Length:35 m
Vert. Range:10 m
Altitude:0 m
Geology:Bettyhill Formation - migmatitic psammite / semipelite
Tags:Cave, SeaCave
Registry:main

Sea cave. Tall obvious entrance on W side of the islet of Glas-eilean leads into a large & permanently flooded cavernous chamber. A tall eyehole slot provides an alternative entrance in high up the E face of the islet.

Alternative Names: Glas Eilean Cave

Notes: Given coordinates are for the W portal. Separate site to the arch located at S end of the islet.

Given length / VR visual estimates.

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This entry was last updated: 2026-04-13 11:08:34

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