27 September 2014

Gulf of Corryvreckan

It is not much over half a mile wide, yet it is more than 300 feet deep over most of its width, except in one significant spot, where a huge conical rock is sunk only ninety feet beneath the surface.  It is called Cailleach, 'The Hag'.

Deakin, Roger. (2000). Waterlog. A Swimmer's Journey Through Britain.   London.  Vintage.  P249.