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Fossils and fossil collecting in
Glasnakille, Skye
Location summary information for collecting fossils in Faoilean, Skye

Glasnakille

The Glasnakille stretch of coastline must be accessed in 3 different places to see its various bays and headlands. The sea here reaches the plunging cliffs even at low tide. The scenery is worth the effort even if the fossil finds are on the low side.

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Location Information
	Fossil finds are minimal, with a few belemnite sections being all that you can expect from here. The area is still worth a visit however as it is extremely tranquil and very beautiful.
	(Not suitable for children) *Locations 1 and 2 involve fairly arduous walks to reach the beaches and as such are not suitable for children. Location 3 is much easier however and is suitable for all.*
	Access is difficult at locations 1 and 2 but is easy at location 3. All three beaches offer similar fossils, so if in doubt about whether you can manage the walks at 1 and 2 it is best just to visit 3.
	Foreshore, Cliff *Fossils can be found in section in the cliffs, on boulders and rock platforms and in cobbles and pebbles found on the beaches.*
ACCESS RIGHTS	There are no restrictions at this location

Grid Reference

British National Grid	NG 53901 13703
Degrees	57.14802°N, 6.07024°W

! IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES !

The beaches here and the walks to them, especially locations 1 and 2 are very remote. The path down to the beach at location 2 is steep and overgrown. If visiting this stretch of coastline do so in a group or at least a pair. Do not attempt it alone. Mobile phone signals may be lost here so it is especially important that you inform someone of where you are going and what time you expect to return.

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