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Gairloch War Memorial Viewpoint Traditional Cache

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Professor Xavier: As the owner has not responded to my previous log requesting that they check this cache I am archiving it. Please note that as this cache has now been archived by a reviewer or HQ staff it will NOT be unarchived.

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Hidden : 10/7/2015
Difficulty:
1 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

Viewpoint overlooking the beautiful Wester Ross village of Gairloch. The perfect location for watching the waves, seals, shore and sunset!


This viewpoint is one of the most popular for tourists and locals alike. Looking towards the village and across the bay you'll see Gairloch, stretching from the smaller settlements of Achtercairn, across to Strath and finally Lonemore. Turn your head the other side to see Gairloch Beach and Golf Course which could be mistaken for the tropics even outside the busy summer season. 


Image from Geograph.org.uk by Robin Drayton

The War Memorial lists the names of those from the local area who gave their lives during World War I. They are listed beneath the community they came from and it is striking to spot the groups of surnames from these different places. The memorial was, prior to 2009, sited across the road but was moved to this more accessible location giving us the spot today.

There are spaces for several cars in the car park and a few benches so you can enjoy the scenery. The geocache is a small tupperware container with space for a few trackables. There is a logbook, pen and pencil along with a few treasures for kids if they find it quickly. It's a busy spot so be sure to watch out for muggles! Replace it with care, preserving the local "feature"!

The geocache replaces one that was previously here from April 2014-May 2015.

 

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Haqre gur "Senbpu"

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)