Achnacroish (Scottish Gaelic: Achadh na Croise) is a hamlet on the Scottish island of Lismore. The harbour serves the ferry between Lismore and Oban.[1]

Achnacroish
Pier at Achnacroish
Achnacroish is located in Argyll and Bute
Achnacroish
Achnacroish
Location within Argyll and Bute
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Post townOBAN
Postcode districtPA34
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56°30′40″N 5°29′40″W / 56.51111°N 5.49444°W / 56.51111; -5.49444

The hamlet has the island's primary school. A heritage centre and a church are within walking distance. The church is remarkable as it stands on the same spot as a cathedral that was the home of the Bishop of Argyll from the year 1200.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Achnacroish - Scottish Anchorages". www.scottishanchorages.co.uk. Retrieved 25 July 2017.
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