2017

NM8856 : Glacially-derived boulder

taken 7 years ago, near to Kilmalieu, Highland, Scotland

Glacially-derived boulder
Glacially-derived boulder
A magnificent, isolated boulder of pink granitic gneiss showing wonderful folding patterns. In view of its angular appearance, it is probable that this has been detached from the headwall of the corrie.

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Geographical Context: Geological interest Uplands Moorland Rocks, Scree, Cliffs Primary Subject: Glacial Feature
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NM8856, 13 images   (more nearby 🔍)
Photographer
Jonathan Wilkins   (more nearby)
Date Taken
Monday, 8 May, 2017   (more nearby)
Submitted
Friday, 23 June, 2017
Subject Location
OSGB36: geotagged! NM 8898 5604 [10m precision]
WGS84: 56:38.9066N 5:26.6187W
Camera Location
OSGB36: geotagged! NM 8898 5604
View Direction
NORTH (about 0 degrees)
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