Scotland
Mullach Buidhe
830M
2723FT
About Mullach Buidhe
Situated on the dramatic granite ridges of the Isle of Arran, this high shoulder offers a rugged, scrambly perspective of the island’s interior. It sits between Goatfell and North Goatfell, overlooking the deep glacial trough of Glen Sannox and the jagged spire of Cir Mhòr across the glen.
Key Statistics
Rank
3rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Southern Hebrides
Prominence
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82m
Nearest Town
Corrie
Geology
You are walking on a foundation of solid granite. Dark volcanic rocks, like basalt, cut through the mountain to form the rugged ridges beneath your boots.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NR993427
Latitude
55.6366°N
Longitude
5.1895°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Yellow Summit,' likely a reference to the distinctive hue of the grasses and mosses that cling to its high slopes, contrasting with the grey granite of the surrounding peaks.
- •It forms part of the 'Stacach' ridge, a serrated line of granite tors that requires some light, hands-on scrambling for those traversing between the summit of Goatfell and North Goatfell.
- •The summit provides a superb vantage point over the steep-sided Coire na h-Uaimh, with a clear line of sight to the notched profile of Ceum na Caillich, better known to locals as the Witch's Step.
- •The coarse-grained granite found here provides exceptional grip for walkers in the dry, but the smooth, weathered slabs can become deceptively treacherous during the island's frequent Atlantic rain showers.
- •Despite being one of the highest points on the island, it is frequently bypassed by hikers rushing toward Goatfell, making it a quieter spot to observe the ferry crossing the Firth of Clyde far below.