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C1091 (Highland)

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C1091
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From:  Shieldaig (NG818525)
To:  Applecross (NG711445)
Distance:  23.8 miles (38.3 km)
Meets:  A896, C1087
Highway Authorities

Highland

Traditional Counties

Ross-shire

Route outline (key)
C1091 Shieldaig - Applecross
This article is about the Class III road numbered C1091 maintained by Highland Council.
For other roads numbered C1091, see C1091
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The C1091 is the 'new' road to Applecross, built to avoid the Bealach na Ba, which was often impassable in winter conditions, and connect up the scattered communities of the norther half of the peninsula, which was slowly depopulating. Many visitors to the area follow its lengthy, winding route in conjunction with crossing the old pass, although it should be warned that whilst the route is 'only' 24 miles long, it can take over an hour to drive, such is the nature of the road and the volume of traffic that can use it in the summer.

Despite this, the road is well worth the drive, with some fantastic views out to the north and west, first across Loch Torridon and then as the road turns the corner over Raasay to Skye. The destination, the pretty village of Applecross is also a very pleasant place to visit with some vast empty beaches and enjoyable walks. Along the road, there are also numerous places to stop a while, from ruinous villages to peaceful walks and abandoned beaches.

History

The 7 mile road from Shieldaig to Kenmore was officially opened on 11 May 1970 by Princess Margaret. It was described as recently completed by the Aberdeen Press of 25 February 1970. It linked the coastal communities which had previously only been linked by a track. The 1972 OS One inch map shows the road progressing from the Kenmore spur to Arinacrinachd so this short additional section may have opened at the same time or shortly afterwards.

The section from Applecross to Arinacrinachd completed the Applecross northern coastal route connecting Applecross to Shieldig and was opened on 18 September 1976 by Princess Margaret. The final two sections between Applecross and Cuaig had been completed in the year, other parts had opened earlier. Cost was £1.4 million. The Kyle of Lochalsh - Toscaig ferry ceased around the same time.




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