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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Central Scotland

Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch

In or near Lochawe.

Free admission

Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

Highland Cattle on the Allt Coire Ghlais Track - geograph.org.uk - 2104768

Iain Lees — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Loch Awe · 1.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch is a place of interest in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom — drawn from open-data sources for visitor reference. See the linked Wikipedia article for the full description.

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Place summary

Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its rugged terrain and significant geological features, contributing to the area's natural landscape.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
56.4160, -5.0309
Postcode
PA33 1AJ
Parliamentary constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Nearest railway station
Loch Awe1.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch?
Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA33 1AJ).
What is Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch?
Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch?
The nearest railway station is Loch Awe, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA33 1AJ.
Is Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch free to visit?
Yes, Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch is free to enter.
How do I get to Ben Cruachan Quarry Branch?
The nearest railway station is Loch Awe, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA33 1AJ.