The Black Cuillin: One of the UK's Most Difficult Climbs
The Cuillin Ridge is the most celebrated and fearsome of all of the Britains mountain ridges. Difficult route finding, unremitting steepness and exposure and a degree of technical climbing set it apart from anything else in the UK.
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Rightfully Britain’s most celebrated mountain ridge, the Black Cuillin dominates the Isle of Skye on Scotland’s West coast. It is a classic physical, navigational and mental challenge in both summer and winter. Only the talented look to make the traverse in a day.
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As Wish Lists go, a wild camp on top of one of Scotland’s finest viewpoints has always been near the top for me. Skye is one of my favourite locations and the viewpoint from Sgurr na Stri was meant to be one of the best places to observe the majesty of the Cuillin.
Previously I had climbed to near Sgurr Hain from Elgol, and also made it to Druim Hain from Sligachan in years gone by, but I had yet to reach the summit of Sgurr na Stri… Years passed and this adventure remained stuck to the top of the Bucket List ….. until now. The stars had lined up perfectly……
1- A green light from the wife to have two days in the mountains…
2- Fitness almost back at 100% post knee surgery….
3- The urge to wild camp (it had been months since the last outing)…
4- Maybe most importantly- a strong easterly breeze….
Another long work week and I was sure to get an early night on Friday to ready me for an early morning start on the Saturday – wrong! 02.00am and I finally got to sleep for the alarm to wake me 3.5hrs later- maybe it was the excitement and trepidation of what lay ahead!
The next obstacle was the conditions- heavy snow greeted me north of Perth and care was required, past Pitlochry and things started to look up and fall into place….
Glen Shiel greeted me with white peaks and blue skies and these conditions remained until Kilmarie… Skye was stunning – all the peaks, Red and Black, had white hats on and the skies were providing them with a suitable crystal blue backdrop… The only fly in the ointment was the wind speeds were forecast to be gusting up to 45mph at Munro level (although I wasn’t headed that high I was still concerned about the gusts on top of the exposed Sgurr na Stri!!).
I was walking by 11.30 and around mid-day I arrived at my first viewpoint – Am Mam! What a view! Sgurr na Stri had a White Cuillin backdrop which in turn had a dark cloud behind offering amazing contrast! The views were astounding and they only got better. I dropped down to Camasunary Bay (feels like a second home due to copies framed photos of this area at home!) and relaxed and spent time capturing still and film footage. The wind was slight down here and the sun was out, I could’ve stayed forever. However I had a mission to take this adventure off the Bucket List! The tide was out so I managed to cross the Abhainn Camas Fhiooairigh pretty easily. I then headed (slowly!) up the southern side of the corrie. I was feeling it now and the tiredness and big back pack were starting to take their toll! However the views that greeted me as I emerged at the Bealach soon had me forgetting about these woes!! Absolutely stunning – a white capped Black Cuillin Ridge was spread before me! My work wasn’t done yet and I still had a rocky climb to get to the summit, but I had a spring in my step and reached the summit by 15.30. All I can say is the views were bloody brilliant at 11.30 and they only got better and better. The film and photos don’t do it justice, you just have to go and experience it.
I now had to find a pitch for the tent and I think the one I found maybe the best pitch I have ever had. Views not only to the Cuillin, but to Eigg and Rum and across Loch Scavaig. The other way and Blaven ad Marsco filled the horizon… is this the best view point in Britain?????
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The Inaccessible Pinnacle & The Black Cuillin, Isle of Skye, Scotland from the air by drone
A bird's eye view and close up look at the In Pin and this dramatic landscape in the winter.
Best Attractions and Places to See in Isle of Skye, United Kingdom UK
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Elgol to Sgurr na Stri, loch Coruisk and the Black Cuillin, Skye, Scotland by drone
A 3.5 mile drone flight from Elgol to The Black Cuillin, Skye Scotland....... it is said to be one of the most beautiful locations in Britain
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Superb ridgewalking on a well defined grassy crest for much of the route. There are short sections of simple scrambling on the Glen shiel ridge.Munros Creag a'Mhaim,
Druim Shionnach,Maol chinn-dearg,
Aonach Air Chrith,Sgurr an Doire Leathain,Sgurr an Lochain,Creag nan Damh.loch Cluanie.Cluanie inn hotel. Cluanie inn parking,Cluanie car park.
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Scottish mountain's. Liathach walk start, liathach circular walk. Liathach weather.Glen Torridon, Torridon Scotland.Torridon. site.Torridon is in Wester Ross in the Highlands of Scotland. Lying to the south of Loch Maree,Coille na Glas Letire Trails car park is off the A832 road you can park at the Coille na Glas Leitre Trails car park, which is well signposted on the Loch Maree side of the A832.
beinn bhan from bealach na ba,scottish mountain.A walk near the coast of Applecross in Scotland. Starting at Loch Kishorn, the road goes up Bealach-na-Ba (the pass of the cattle), down to the village of Applecross.The views To The black cuillin isle of sky are stunning viewsfrom beinn bhan.
The Bealach na Ba road is a real beauty of a road with its tight turns and rises to over 2000 feet.Bealach na Bà is a historic pass through the mountains of the Applecross peninsula, in Wester Ross.
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Drive Single Track Road Towards Black Cuillin Mountains Isle Of Skye Scotland
Tour Scotland video of a drive on a single track road towards the Black Cuillin mountains on ancestry visit to Isle Of Skye, Inner Hebrides. The highest point of the Cuillin, and of the Isle of Skye, is Sgùrr Alasdair in the Black Cuillin at 3,255 feet. The Cuillin is one of 40 National Scenic Areas in Scotland. A single track road or one lane road is a road that permits two way travel but is not wide enough in most places to allow vehicles to pass one another, although sometimes two compact cars can pass. This kind of road is common in rural areas across the United Kingdom and elsewhere. The term is widely used in Scotland, particularly the Highlands, to describe such roads
Cheap and Best Budget Hotels in Isle of Skye , United Kingdom
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'Ridge Dreams' - Cuillin Ridge Traverse, Isle of Skye HD
On October 6-7th, I was fortunate enough to get an incredible weather window to be able to attempt a solo traverse of the Cuillin Ridge.
I documented the whole two day traverse with a GoPro Hero4 on my helmet in 1080p. I have cut down all the footage to produce 23 minutes of pure climbing action and stunning views, with my signature photography at the end.
Here are links to specific munroes or notable parts of the traverse - Day 2 is where the real exciting climbing begins!
Day 1:
Gars Bheinn - 00:48
Sgurr Dubh Mor - 02:07
The TD gap - 03:25
Sgurr Alasdair - 03:44
Sgurr Thearlich - 04:49
Collie's Ledge - 05:05
Sgurr Mhic Choinnich - 05:35
An Stac - 05:59 - Starting to get steep!
The Inn Pinn - 07:12
Sgurr Dearg - 07:20
Sgurr na Banachdich - 07:55 (bivvy and sunrise)
Day 2 - much more complex climbing and route finding
Sgurr Thormaid - 09:57
The Three Teeth - 10:12
Sgurr a'Ghreadaidh - 10:34
The Three Tops Of Mhaidaidh - 11:11 (SCARY CLIMB)
Bidein Druim nan Ramh - 13:14 (exposed rock wall climb)
SCARY, exposed climb struggling to find a hold - 14:13
Bruach Na Frithe - 17:20
The Bhasteir Tooth - 17:26
Am Bhasteir - 17:39
Sgurr nan Gillean - 17:50
Defeated at the last hurdle - 18:23
Threading the Needle - 19:47
Sgurr nan Gillean SUMMIT 20:30
Back to the ridge for an epic sunrise shoot - 22:20
This was the most terrifying, most mentally challenging, most AMAZING thing I have ever done. It was a truly unbelievable experience and I felt overwhelmed with gratitude and so privileged to experience something so special. There is such a high failure rate due to bad weather (rain/wind/sun), lack of fitness, mentally unprepared.
Please do not attempt this without the necessary skills and experience - this is a huge undertaking and is not regarded as the UK's toughest mountain challenge for no reason. If you are unsure, hire a guide.
NEW VIDEO - A year and a half after this traverse I have since done a one day traverse, including all the pitched climbs. I have put together a 33 minute video of purely climbing the in pinn, TD gap, King's chimney and Naismith's route.
The magnificent Elgol Isle of Skye - Scotland
The magnificent Elgol in Skye, where you have tremendous views over the sea to the Cuillins, plus the road back to Broadford.
Black Cuillin, Sgurr nan Gillian, Knights Peak & Am Basteir, Skye, Scotland by drone
A drone flight around Sgurr nan Gillian and the surrounding peaks. The tough terrain and dramatic scenery is highlighted by the scale of the occasional person tackling the Cuillin.
The Fairy Pools in Isle of Skye, Scotland! (Sony RX100IV, Slog2)
During our roadtrip around Scotland, we decided to visit the Fairy Pools in the Isle of Skye. It is found at the foot of the Black Cuillins near Glenbrittle.
These 'pools' are popular for taking dips especially in Summer when the surrounding flora is lush and vibrant. Since we went there in Winter, it was a better idea to stay dry!
The pools however are beautifully clear and blue all year round!
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SALEWA - Traverse of Skye's mighty Cuillin Ridge (full version)
The May 2015 issue of Trail magazine features an article by Oli Reed about his traverse of Skye's mighty Cuillin Ridge.
Oli wasn't alone on the ridge, though - naturally he had a guide with him: SALEWA sponsored climber Paddy Cave (MIC) of Mountain Circles.
Oli and Paddy were also accompanied by photographer and cameraman Stephen Ashworth of Movie iT who filmed the adventure for SALEWA.
Sgurr Alasdair, Cuillin Ridge, Isle of Skye, October 8th 2016
Wow! What an amazing view from the tiny little summit on this one. Hard work scrambling up the Great Stone Chute, which looks impossible from below, but well worth it. The highest summit on the Cuillin with the rest of the ridge, including the InPinn in clear sight. Sgurr Alasdair was named after Sheriff Alexander Nicolson, who made the first ascent.
Isle of Skye - Fairy Pools and Cuillins Drone Footage
Short video of our family holiday to the Isle of Skye. Few photos and some drone footage from Tarskavaig, Glen Brittle, Fairy Pools and Black Cuillins.
All music written and produced by Graham Williamson.
The Isle of Skye Camasunary bay wild camp explore Scotland
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Winter in the Isle of Skye | Vlog
Ian took me to the Isle of Skye this weekend for my birthday and we had a lovely trip exploring all of the different sights!! Scotland is beyond beautiful!
The journey to the fairy pool | Isle of Skye | Scotland
During our roadtrip around Scotland, we decided to visit the Fairy Pools in the Isle of Skye. It is found at the foot of the Black Cuillins near Glenbrittle.
In the middle of beautiful green scenery of Glen Britt valley in the Isle of Skye, the River Brittle has created small crystal clear water pools. This place is truly magical as well as it’s name – the Fairy Pools. Fairy Pools are the first place we visited during our stay on the incredible Isle of Skye in Scotland.
These 'pools' are popular for taking dips especially in Summer when the surrounding flora is lush and vibrant.
The pools however are beautifully clear and blue all year round!
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Misty Isle Boat Trips | Loch Coruisk + Cuillins on ISLE OF SKYE
Rated as one of the top places to see in Scotland - Misty Isle Boat Trips takes you into the heart of the dramatic Black Cuillins and the stunning Loch Coruisk. Active wildlife, incredible views and humorous guides make it a boat ride you will never forget.
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