Nature

At Springwell the former croft land covers 17 acres of wooded hillside, dropping to the small private beach. For the nature enthusiast there is much of interest and a nature trail is to be created with an interpretation map, wildlife hide and bird boxes. In addition conducted nature walks can be booked in advance.

Springwell lies within a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and part of the site is within the Onich Woods and Shore Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its coastal geological interest and extensive native woodland.  It is also within the designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AoNB).

Within the site there is an abundance of wildlife - badgers, red squirrels, pine marten and roe deer to name but a few. Also along the shoreline which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest otters and seals may occasionally be seen, and bird life aplenty - woodland, moorland and seabirds and also birds of prey - just a chance of seeing perhaps one of the magnificent white tailed eagles re-introduced on Mull, as well as golden eagles and ospreys.

Further afield the area which is within a National Scenic Area offers many chances to enjoy flora and fauna in the diverse range of local habitats. On the high tops, as well as eagles you may see ptarmigan, ravens and red deer. Further down the hill in the extensive woodlands and forests, on the narrow belt of grazing land and along the coast, are many more wildlife opportunities and there are a number of local wildlife businesses offering guided walks.

Whale watching is also available through a number of local businesses and you might expect to see dolphins, minke whales, basking sharks, and perhaps killer whales, as well as porpoises and many grey seals.

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