Glen Coe

Glen Coe is a glen in the Highlands of Scotland. It lies in the southern part of the Lochaber area of Highland Council Area, and is considered part of the traditional county of Argyll. It is often considered one of the most spectacular and beautiful places in Scotland, and is a part of the designated National Scenic Area of Ben Nevis and Glen Coe.

Settlements, tourist accommodation

Other than a few scattered farms, the only settlement in Glen Coe is the village of Glencoe, which lies at the western end of the glen close to Invercoe where the river joins Loch Leven. About 2 km to the west, on the southern shore of the loch, is the village of Ballachulish, known in the past for its slate quarries, which have been worked since 1760.

Related Topics:
Glencoe - Loch Leven - Ballachulish - 1760

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The famous Clachaig Inn, a pub much favoured by climbers and hillwalkers with a nearby camp site, is sited at the bend in the glen about 3 km (2 miles) from Glencoe village. A Scottish Youth Hostels Association hostel is sited about 2 km (1.2 miles) from the village, on the way to the inn. The Kingshouse, lying about 2 km to the east of the head of the glen towards Rannoch Moor, is a relic of the old coaching days when it was customary for tourists to drive from Ballachulish via Tyndrum to Loch Lomond. This old inn still welcomes visitors, and thrives on the tales of walkers and skiers, as well as climbers down from the glen's peaks. There are three official campsites. Wild camping is not allowed in Glen Coe, but is permitted in Glen Etive.

Related Topics:
Clachaig Inn - Km - Scottish Youth Hostels Association - Kingshouse - Ballachulish - Loch Lomond - Inn - Skiers - Climbers

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Well known residents of Glen Coe include Hamish MacInnes, veteran of Mount Everest expeditions, climbing consultant for such films as the Eiger Sanction and a mountain rescue pioneer. The disc jockey Jimmy Savile also owns a property in the glen.

Related Topics:
Glen Coe - Hamish MacInnes - Mount Everest - Disc jockey - Jimmy Savile

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