Scotland is under national lockdown. A sign of my weary legs lay in my stumbling a little on too many occasions, not lifting my feet enough when walking. The bealach and the climb beyond is uncharacteristically grassy and gentle, with great views back on the way up to the flat summit of Coinneach Mhor; in fact the top of the Triple Buttress, one of Scotland's finest cliffs, is only a short distance away to the west. The mountain boasts 7 peaks, two of which are afforded Munro status. Starting the walk, we headed up the very good path between Beinn Eighe and Liathach. However, this hides a spectacular North side, and in particular, "Triple Buttress" in Coire Mhic Fearchair, one of the finest corries in the country. People are asked to stay at home except for essential purposes. Walking | Triple Buttress of Coire Mhic Fhearchair | Summary:Compared to the majesty of Liathach, Beinn Eighe looks less impressive from the road - an enormous and uninviting scree-girt ridge. This is a great place to stop for a break, a remote and peaceful location. The Triple Buttress of Beinn Eighe limited edition print. It was good to see it in profile, to get an idea of how steep it is. Beinn Eighe Torridon, Easter 1994 The hills around Torridon are some of the most beautiful in Scotland; each great lump of rock is quite separate from the next, like giant inverted bathtubs thrust up from the ground. Callum Johnson and Tim Miller 04/Dec/2020. This painting forms the first part of a collection being produced for the next series of SMC climbers’ and scramblers’ guidebooks, to commence in 2021. Walking can be dangerous and is done entirely at your own risk. Beinn Eighe is a complex mountain with many peaks and corries, the most beautiful of which is Coire Mhic Fhearchair with its loch and the towering triple buttress at its head; Sail Mhor forming the W slopes and Ruadh-stac Mor the E. Our goal was the famous triple buttress of Beinn Eighe's Coire Mhic Fhearchair, perhaps the finest mountain feature in Scotland and to hillwalkers and climbers alike it needs no introduction. The cliff is divided top and bottom by a clear line – the rock below this line is sandstone, while above is quartzite. Limited to 50 prints. In his work he looks to express the features that gives our crags their unique character. The Triple Buttresses of Beinn Eighe, located in the stunning Coire Mhic Fhearchair (pronounced byn ae and corrih vichk EReh chayr) and is one of the most impressive cliffs in Scotland. Triple Buttress - Eastern Ramparts. After going out to Sail Mhor, the route ascends to a'Coinneach Mhor and then does a detour to Ruadh-stac Mor and back. On the left is Liathach - a towering battleship, whilst to the right are the towering scree slopes running down from the ridges of Beinn Eighe. The loch itself is large and beautiful, and a popular place for a picnic in fine weather. Our Planned route was East Buttress, the first on the left. It is possible to cross the outflow of the loch and continue round the shores. This is a boot video rather than a boat video … but it follows on from the last box set about boating in Loch Torridon. An aerial search of the Torridon mountains was carried out and the burnt out wreckage of air aircraft was spotted high on the northern side of Beinn Eighe at the top of the cliffs of the Triple Buttress. Triple Buttress One of the most famous features of Beinn Eighe is the corrie of Coire Mhic Fearchair , often simply known as the “Triple Buttress Corrie” after the three large rock features which dominate the view from the north. When viewed from the Glen Torridon, Beinn Eighe south facing slopes appear as a uniformed wall of scree, however the northern side of this mountain is complex with corries pushing out on a grand scale. Excellent stalkers path all the way to the lochan with a rocky surface. The walk in is fairly long but easy going on a well maintained NTS footpath. Beinn Eighe, "File Mountain", is one of the best. Open start point in Google Maps for directions. Car park just west of the bridge over the Allt a Choire Dhuibh Mhoir. There are many rock climbs on the buttresses and hillwalkers can access the tops of the buttresses from the head of the corrie. Open start point in Google Maps for directions. They are composed of two clear layers of rock, with their lower halves of sandstone whilst the upper sections are brighter quartzite, and together they are one of the most celebrated climbing grounds in Scotland. Hidden away from the traffic however is its finest feature - the magnificent Coire Mhic Fhearchair, one of the finest corries in Scotland. Triple Buttress Beinn Eighe - geograph.org.uk - 13524.jpg 640 × 419; 120 KB Triple buttress corrie.jpg 438 × 443; 61 KB West of the Torridon road - geograph.org.uk - 588691.jpg 800 × 600; 161 KB Instead, you should return the way you came; the views ahead are even more enjoyable on the way back. Two very fine ski gullies are found here. Logged Ascents. One of the most famous features of Beinn Eighe is the corrie named Coire Mhic Fearchair, often simply known as the "Triple Buttress Corrie" after the three large rock features which dominate the view from the north. From the roadside in Glen Torridon, the long ridge of Beinn Eighe appears as a pleasant looking long ridge. For more information, or if interested in the original artwork (acrylic on canvas 120 x 100 cm), please contact us directly. Compared to the majesty of Liathach, Beinn Eighe looks less impressive from the road - an enormous and uninviting scree-girt ridge. Help-Crag Map. On the 17th March as report was received that a red flash had been seen in the Torridon area around the time the aircraft disappeared. Triple Buttress in profile (zoom): A massive Trident of Quartzite thrusting out from the mountainside and dominating the corrie. using a map and compass. Note that this walk is tough for Grade 2 and heads into wild and exposed terrain. One of the most famous features of Beinn Eighe is the corrie the “Triple Buttress Corrie” after the three large rock features, which dominate the view from the north. Have you found an error or is any information wrong or missing? Beinn Eighe and Loch Coire Mhic Fhearchair is a 11.5 mile loop trail located near Strathcarron, Highland, Scotland that features a lake and is rated as moderate. There are many rock climbs on the buttresses and hillwalkers can access the tops of the buttresses from the head of the corrie. Anticlockwise circuit of Ben Eighe from P on A896. Walked round the back into Coire Mhic Fhearchair, up the scree to the left of the Triple Buttress, then to the two Munros and a direct descent to the path to the car park. welshyboyo: 30/06/2018: Beinn Eighe Munros and Tops from Glen Torridon: Geoff Briggs: 28/05/2018 Beinn Eighe Path. At the southern end of the Loch, with the Triple Buttress looming large and forboding above you, most walkers heading for the top of Beinn Eighe veer off to the left up a path that zigzags its way up some terraces before reaching the ridge between Ruadh-stac Mhor and Coinneach Mhor, via a … The sandstone buttresses are capped by large quartzite cliffs. This is a telltale sign at the end of a long training run when I’m needing a rest! The trail is … You may spot hillwalkers heading towards the scree-chute at the left side of the back of the corrie - well to the left of the Triple Buttress - this is the usual and somewhat daunting route between the corrie and the ridges of Beinn Eighe. As well as reading our description of each walking route, you can read about the experiences of others users on this walk and others.There are 16 user reports for this walk - click to read them. The Triple Buttress of Beinn Eighe, Torridon. There is no feedback for this climb. As you'd expect from the name, this feature consists of three steep rock towers divided by deep gullies. A left turn here leads behind Liathach; instead keep right on the larger path which climbs a little and then traverses across the foot of Sail Mhor, the westernmost of Beinn Eighe's peaks. size: 50cm x 100cm x 5cm. Hide Search . Feedback Always Hide βeta. As the path contours round to the right, new views open out into the wild landscape to the north of Torridon. A signpost for Coire Mhic Nobuil indicates the start of the well-made stalkers path, heading up into the gap between the mighty mountains on the north side of the road. On Tuesday last week I travelled to Torridon to hike to Coire Mhic Fhearchair, a three hour walk to a hidden corrie behind Beinn Eighe. Beinn Eighe. Bestsellers. The climb eases off a little here and crosses the stream on large stepping stones. There are fabulous views down the hidden valley on the left, enclosed by the impressive peaks and pinnacles of Liathach. I had some suggestions from a friend, and chose a walk up to The Triple Buttress of Coire Mhic Fhearchair, near Beinn Eighe. The three great, almost vertical towers of rock are seen across the water enclosing the back of a fine natural amphitheatre. Please let us know by clicking here. Please consider setting up a direct debit donation to help support the continued maintenance and updates to Walkhighlands. The Great Sea Cliffs of Scotland available now. Triple Buttress and Sail Mhor from summit of Ruadh-stac Mor: Vast expanse of Beinn Eighe from summit of Ruadh-stac Mor: As I made my way back along the ridge, from the summit of Ruadh-stac Mor, I stopped to take a photo of the triple buttress. After a further kilometre some reedy lochans are passed before a path junction is reached at a large cairn. The most dramatic feature is Coire Mhic Fhearchair - a spectaular amphitheatre with the famed Triple Buttress. The little-known but spectacular peaks of Baosbheinn (the Wizard's Mountain), Beinn an Eoin and Beinn a Chearchaill stand sentinel over the flat and empty moors and bogs. Limited to 50 prints. The ramparts of Sail Mhor may have been impressive, but nothing prepares for the sudden view of the Triple Buttress as Loch Coire Mhic Fhearchair is finally reached. Climb up the stone path to reach the loch, whereupon is revealed the great sight of the Triple Buttress of Beinn Eighe, across the loch under the summit of Coinneach Mhor. Prices include postage and packing to UK locations. However unless you are an experienced mountain walker you should not continue beyond the loch. This reduces the scrambling to ascent only, and eliminates the route finding Triple Buttress from L. Coire Mhic Fhearchair to the col between a'Coinneach Mhor and Sail Mhor. This exclusive limited edition fine art print is the perfect gift to inspire future adventures into the majestic corries and mountains of Scotland. An aerial search of the Torridon mountains was carried out and the burnt out wreckage of air aircraft was spotted high on the northern side of Beinn Eighe at the top of the cliffs of the Triple Buttress. This painting forms the first part of a collection being produced for the next series of SMC climbers’ and scramblers’ guidebooks, to commence in 2021. There is a car park on the A896 just west of the bridge over the Allt a'Choire Dhuibh Mhoir. Once round the north side of Sail Mhor the path - still well-made - begins to ascend a little once more, with stone steps leading up towards the corrie. All except the full size triple buttress print will be on archive grade fine art paper, the full size print will be on canvas delivered as a roll for postage (unless it has been framed). I walked almost 9 miles in total, out and back, and although I was knackered afterwards, it was a fabulous way to see out 2019, and no hangover to worry about. Information is provided free of charge; it is each walker's responsibility to check it and navigate Ruadh-stac Mor and the Triple Buttress from Loch Coire Mhic Fhearchair. One of the most famous features of Beinn Eighe is the corrie of Coire Mhic Fhearchair, often simply known as the "Triple Buttress Corrie" after the three large rock features which dominate the view from the north. Does your firm want to sponsor this route. There are many rock climbs on the buttresses and hillwalkers can access the tops of the buttresses from the head of the corrie. Click for details, Hear pronunciation Press to hear pronunciation. The Triple Buttress of Beinn Eighe, Torridon. On the 17th March as report was received that a red flash had been seen in the Torridon area around the time the aircraft disappeared. For more information, or if interested in the original artwork (acrylic on canvas 120 x 100 cm), please contact us directly. Coire Mhic Fhearchair on the north side of Beinn Eighe is often described as a spectacular amphitheatre but, as well as that, it can also be a cold, rocky, inhospitable world. A popular and straightforward hillwalk reveals the classic view of the towering Triple Buttress reflected in the waters of a beautiful lochan. Originally from Shoreham-By-Sea, and now based in Newcastle Upon Tyne his work reflects his lifelong passion for our geological landscape and climbing. 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