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8th May 2022  15:12  by thejackrustles

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 10/10

Bunnahabhain-Sgarbh Breac-Mala Bholsa- Rhuvall Lighthouse-Rhuvaal-Bunnahabhain. With jonglew, coinea and Clochandighter. Last pillar in a three pillar circuit. Parking for a few cars on north side of track at NR418734 which was the starting and finishing point of this circuit

Rhuvaal and Mrs TJR ©thejackrustles
3/4th of 2022 Team Islay ©thejackrustles
Rhuvaal collage ©thejackrustles

8th May 2022  15:10  by coinea

Gridref: NR 42634 78854   FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 8/10

With Clochandighter and thejackrustles

S9076 Rhuvaal

8th May 2022  14:45  by clochandighter

Gridref: NR 42633 78852   FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 8/10

Last pillar in a three pillar circuit. Parking for a few cars on north side of track at NR418734 which was the starting and finishing point of this circuit. Final approach from west after summiting Sgarbh Breac and Mala Bholsa. Open grazing land. Column in fair condition. Spider retains OS centre cap with raised large narrow letters. Flush bracket faces southwest, compass measurement 229°. Vented through right sight hole. Full 360° panoramic view from pillar. Jura dominates the easterly aspect. Returned to parking spot at Bunnahabhain on a long but fairly level intermittent quad track, parallel to the electricity poles. Panorama at https://www.360cities.net/image/rhuvaal-s9076

S9076 - Rhuvaal with clochandighter, jonglew and thejackrustles Photo by coinea)
S9076 - Rhuvaal pillar & FB

8th May 2022  14:20  by jonglew

Gridref: NR 42629 78862   FB Number: S9076  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

On a round from Bunnahabhain, this the last of 4 trigs (3 pillars). Original centre cap retained, raised lettering; RHD side sight hole open. Fine views across the Sound to Jura.

Pillar and Lighthouse TP5667©jonglew
Spider TP5667©jonglew
Flush Bracket TP5667©jonglew

2nd Apr 2022  12:30  by dugswell2

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Parked near Bunnahabhain then down to bridge then easy walk to Sgarbh Breac then onward to Beinn Thrasda where we saw a white tailed eagle hanging around a dead sheep in a bog plus plenty of fit deer. Then onward towards Rhuvaal trig and then Rhuvall Lighthouse just as a ferry sailed by.

2nd Apr 2022  12:06  by trigging on an island

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 10/10

Fantastic location for a low lying pillar looking across the sound to the hills of Jura. Just outside the lighthouse garden a great spot for a leisurely lunch break and brilliant timing for an opportune photo as the weekly ferry to Colonsay passed by too whilst we were there.

23rd Jul 2021  11:23  by AndyS

Gridref: NR 42625 78860   FB Number: S9076  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

©AndyS

13th Oct 2018  08:50  by Quadbarrel

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

What a brilliant island. Loved the run out to the lighthouse.

Circular Plate
Flush Bracket
The trigpoint.

26th Sep 2016  12:40  by monkeydestructor

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 9/10

Parked in a sort of carpark just before the final elbow in the road leading to Bunahabhain. Read a sign saying it was deer stalking season and should phone the gamekeeper to see if it was safe to proceed. As there were a couple of cars there already, we thought this might be likely. No phone signal here, so went down to the distillery to see if there was a payphone. The office had just opened, but they happily (and very kindly) made the call for us. A few calls later and still hadn't got hold of the gamekeeper. Other staff had arrived by this point, one of which partakes in stalking and he said they were most likely shooting at this part of the island as there was no signal. He advised it would be safe to carry on, if we stuck to the quad bike track, following the powerline. Off we went, following the landrover track in the wrong direction for over half a mile! Doh!! Backtracked and found the narrow track just before the powerline and a gate through the sheep pen construction(?) (N55 53.066 W006 07.858) into the carpark! Followed this quad bike track down to the river, then noticed a bridge a little further back (N55 53.123 W006 07.863). Crossed the bridge and followed the boggy track for a tough 4 mile walk to the lighthouse. Met the very nice and friendly gamekeeper about a quarter of the way along and he said we were in no danger. He also said there was a good chance of seeing a herd at the light house... which we did! Beautiful creatures that kept their eye on us until we got a bit too close for their comfort. Luckily it was also a lovely sunny day and the views of Jura were stunning.

Rhuvaal ©monkeydestructor

28th Apr 2015  14:17  by greenbell

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Down from the "mountain" then the fabulous north coast caves, unexpected treat to get a 2nd trig (had packed the map away)

Peace and quiet, except for the dog yapping at the lighthouse Just a 4 mile "track" to splash through, beautiful views of the snow melting off Jura

11th Jun 2012  00:00  by caroleengel

Gridref: NR 42632 78852   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 5/10

On 16 mile 5 top route (Rhuvaal, Sgarbh Breac, Mala Bholsa, Sgarbh Dubh, Giur-Bheinn) - great stuff

15th Apr 2011  13:28  by Skerryvore

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 10/10

On my fifth visit to the lighthouse at Rubh' a' Mhàil, I finally get to ake photos of the trigpoint! This is one of my favourite Islay walks - you've got it all, woodland, river, sea, moorland, mountain and views across to Jura - and a fantastic lighthouse to admire at the end of the walk. Saw Yellowhammer and had to watch where we put our feet as the Drinker Moth caterpillars were in abundance.

John atop Rubh\' a\' Mhàil trigpoint Looking east towards the Paps of Jura.©Skerryvore
Top of Rubh\' a\' Mhàil trigpoint Looking NNE towards the lighthouse.©Skerryvore

15th Jul 2010  10:34  by Fester

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Nice pleasant spot for lunch.

25th Jun 2009  15:30  by ocean soul

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 9/10

Very easy walk up from Bunnahabhain distillery.Pillar near to lighthouse quay.Excellent views of Paps of Jura and Colonsay.

13th Apr 2008  17:38  by fasgadh

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 7/10

Slight cracking but metalwork intact. Very easy walk up from Bunnahabhain. Overlooks quay serving the lighthouse.

12th Aug 2007  11:27  by jrcking

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 5/10

whilst going round to the beach

1st Jun 2007  13:15  by Skerryvore

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

One of my favourite Islay walks. Have only visited trig once though when working with Springwatch last year and boss wanted to go long walk. Typical! The only day during the three weeks that it rained torrentially and howled a gale. We got soaked but enjoyed the experience. Didn't bother taking camera so will take it on next trip!

22nd Apr 2007  12:00  by peregrinus

FB Number: S9076  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 7/10

Shallow cracks. Metal cap, wide raised letters. Rough grassland, fine views. Decent quad track from NR418735 (bridge)

S9076 fb ©peregrinus
S9076 top ©peregrinus
S9076 trig ©peregrinus
S9076 cracked ©peregrinus
S9076 trig ©peregrinus
S9076 trig ©peregrinus