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Ullapool, Cromartyshire

Ullapool is a fishing village in the Coigach and Summer Isles exclave of Cromartyshire, locally in Ross-shire. It lies on the shores of Loch Broom on the west coast of the Scottish highlands. Despite its small size, Ullapool is the largest settlement for many miles around, and is a major tourist destination. The North Atlantic Drift passes by Ullapool, bringing moderate temperatures. The harbour is the heart of the town, used as a fishing port, yachting haven, and ferry port. The village is within the council area of Highland.

Place Type: Village
Alternative name(s): Ulapul
Historic County: Cromartyshire
Lat, Long: 57.89667,-5.1548378
Grid Reference: NH 1311 9405
Civil Parish: Lochbroom CP
Council Area: Highland CA
Police Area: Scotland (Highlands and Islands) PA
Devolved Legislature:  Scottish Parliament

GBPN ID: 46699
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Ullapool,_Cromartyshire_46699

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