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Aonan na Mala Natural Arch (1) [Islay]

Islay, Aonan na Mala, Argyllshire.

NGR:NR 37289 77341
WGS84:55.91719, -6.20616
Length:1 m
Vert. Range:4 m
Altitude:0.5 m
Geology:Jura Quartzire Formation - Quartzite
Tags:Cave, Arch, SeaCave
Registry:main

Natural arch noted vaguely on OS maps. A small natural arch on the beach south of Allt Mor. A small rift perhaps 1 m wide and 3-4 m high at most passing through an isolated 8-10 m high stack on the edge of a shingle beach.

Alternative Names: None recorded.

Hydrographic Feeds: None

Hydrographic Resurgences: None

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This entry was last updated: 2026-10-09 13:51:02

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