Scottish Trivia. Achness Falls.
Achness Falls, also known as the Achness Waterfall or Cassley Falls, is a waterfall located on the River Cassley in Sutherland, Scotland, near Rosehall and Invercassley. Its name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Ach-an-eas, the “field of the waterfall”
The falls descend a narrow gorge with the upper fall being a 6-metre (20 ft) drop. The lower fall is a thin broken sheet of water down about 12 metres (39 ft) of rock and when in spate this becomes a torrent which has several pools providing a means for salmon to ascend. The location is the type locality and best-studied area of the Achness Thrust, a thrust fault which dips 40 to 50° to the south at the falls.Present nearby are the ruins of a broch and a more modern chapel. By the side of the river is an old cemetery and there are woodland walks.
Atlantic salmon fishing on the River Cassley has a long history. Achness Falls is a temporary barrier to the fish each spring; they do not advance beyond it until the water warms above 10 °C (50 °F).[5] In the late 19th century, plans to destroy the waterfall to improve the salmon run were considered.
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Beautiful!
awe thanks Susan x
What a beautiful waterfall. I would love to sit and listen to the sound of the water rushing over the rocks.
oh yeah would be nice bev, thank you.
This post feels like a journey straight into Scotland’s soul.
The way you bring Achness Falls to life makes me almost hear the roar of the water.
Thank you for letting us experience such beauty through your words.
and I always appreciate your kind comments Hary, they are invaluable to me..
If my words feel valuable to you,
it’s only because your heart knows how to receive kindness with rare sincerity.
Your appreciation turns every simple comment into something unforgettable.
awe thank you Hary…
There is a rare sincerity in your words (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧ that lingers beautifully.
sincerity is my forte friend.
Honesty is not just your trait, my friend,
it is the light that turns trust into timeless strength,
and the power that makes every bond unbreakable.
and long may it continue…
Yes, and in that endless flow of time,
moments become memories, memories become strength,
and strength becomes the story that never fades.
yes this story is fated to live forever. amen.
Incredible beauty in Scotland. Thank you for sharing.
awe thank you michele, appreciate your kind comments.
You’re welcome and thank you, Billy.
I remembered so many literary allusions reading this dear Billy. It’s so romantic even to see the post. First is the greatest Bard of England who is the greatest in the world, Shakespeare & his Macbeth. The name of waterfalls is close to Achilles who was famous for vulnerable heel and a great hero. Most importantly George Sutherland Fraser born in Glasgow, a great critic. Apart from the scenic beauty of your post, these literary gems add it a unique significance
awe thank you Raj, beautifully described as always..
When I said Bard, I had his Macbeth in my mind
A word we cant say in Scotland lol, as it is bad luck hehe.
Do you mean we cannot refer to Macbeth in Scotland? Does the play have something like that hurts Scottish sentiments ? I am sorry, I didn’t get it 😪
no Raj, only in theatre, no actor will mention the words macbeth as there is some sort of curse lol..