Corrachadh Mòr facts for kids

Corrachadh Mòr is on the right, with the Isle of Mull far away in the distance. This view is from the Ardnamurchan Point lighthouse.

Corrachadh Mòr is a special place in Scotland. It is a headland, which means it's a piece of land that sticks out into the sea. You can find it on the Ardnamurchan peninsula in a region called Highland.

What makes Corrachadh Mòr so important? It is the most westerly point on the island of Great Britain. This means it's the furthest west you can go on the main island! It's even further west than Land's End in Cornwall, by about 37 kilometres (23 miles).

Many people think Ardnamurchan Point is the most westerly spot. But Corrachadh Mòr is actually a little bit further west, by about 31 to 43 metres. It's also about a kilometre south of Ardnamurchan Point.

This photo shows Corrachadh Mòr from the Ardnamurchan Point lighthouse. You can clearly see how Corrachadh Mòr extends further west than Ardnamurchan Point.

What Does Corrachadh Mòr Mean?

The name Corrachadh Mòr comes from Scottish Gaelic. It means 'great, tapering field'. This name describes the shape of the land as it narrows towards the sea.