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About Achnacroish

Achnacroish is a small coastal village on the Benderloch peninsula in Argyll, reached via the A828 from Oban about 15km south. Long-distance visitors approach through Tyndrum on the A85, whilst locals use the A828 for trips to Benderloch and Oban. The name derives from Gaelic "Achadh na Croise," meaning "field of the cross."

Where is Achnacroish on the map?

Achnacroish is in Scotland, at 56.511, -5.495 - about 11 km west of Barcaldine.

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The closest airport to Achnacroish is Oban Airport, 8 km (about 12 min by car).

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