In-situ poured concrete folly constructed in 1950 by David Scott, an English architect who left the area shortly after completion. Free form and expressionistic, the glass windows and door have been lost.
Beaton notes the interior consists of a bed platform, hearth and storage shelves within a irregular-shaped interior never wider or taller than 2m. Beaton further notes the form and material of the folly harmonise with both stoney Assynt and the Minch spreading below.
Achmelvich 2018
Drone footage from our holiday in Achmelvich Bay in July 2018. Many regulars featured and some great moments captured.
Achmelvich Beach
Achmelvich Beach
Discover Achmelvich Beach on the North West Coast of Scotland
Adventure photographer, Dan Bell, explores the incredible North West Coast of Scotland.
Luckily Dan caught a break in the weather as he set off up to Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel to spend a few days checking out the nearby beaches, coastline and the distinctive Suilven mountain.
More of Dan’s videos can be found on his YouTube channel, Dan Bell Photography, and you can find out more about Dan on his website:
Hostelling Scotland is a self-funding charity operating a network of nearly 60 exceptional youth and affiliate hostels for the benefit of all those wishing to learn and experience what Scotland has to offer. Our unique sites provide affordable, comfortable, safe and quality-assured accommodation with a warm, friendly welcome, local knowledge, activities and services for guests travelling around Scotland. More info on Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel:
Music credits:
Bearded Skull – Five
Birdhouse Beats – Daydream
Rural Issues: Ullapool, Scottish Highlands
A Fixers campaign led by Sandy Campbell:
Concerned that life in the Scottish Highlands can be an isolating experience for young people, Sandy Campbell and his team want more support for those living in rural communities.
The 17-year-old from Lochinver, Scotland says there's little for others his age to do, and what prospects there may be are often inaccessible due to poor transport links.