Àird Shleibhe

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Àird Shleibhe

Solitary White house Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches — Solitary White house Credit: Ralph Greig

Àird Shleibhe is a rugged headland located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. This coastal feature is characterized by its steep cliffs, rocky shores, and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The headland juts out into the North Sea, providing a perfect vantage point to observe the crashing waves and seabirds that call this area home.

The name Àird Shleibhe translates to "Mountain Point" in English, which accurately describes the elevated terrain of the headland. The rocky cliffs are a popular spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts looking to explore the rugged beauty of the Scottish coastline. Visitors can also enjoy panoramic views of the sea and nearby islands from the top of the headland.

In addition to its natural beauty, Àird Shleibhe is also steeped in history. The area is dotted with ancient ruins and archaeological sites, providing a glimpse into the past of this remote and wild corner of Scotland. Overall, Àird Shleibhe is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the raw beauty and rich history of the Scottish coastline.

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Àird Shleibhe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.800422/-6.8609298 or Grid Reference NG1189. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Solitary White house Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

Solitary White house

Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

Flodabay postbox Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

Flodabay postbox

Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

Church welcome sign A stone &quot;noticeboard&quot; on the side of the main road through Manish, inviting you to the Church of Scotland

Church welcome sign

A stone "noticeboard" on the side of the main road through Manish, inviting you to the Church of Scotland

Inlet of Loch Gheocrab

Inlet of Loch Gheocrab

Turning for Aird Shleibhe

Turning for Aird Shleibhe

Charles Joynson

Unnamed Lochan on Flodabay Point Should have put my boots on for this one! Very wet underfoot

Unnamed Lochan on Flodabay Point

Should have put my boots on for this one! Very wet underfoot

Charles Joynson

House around Ob Leasaid near Manais Old and new houses around Ob Leasaid - a typical inlet in the Bays area of South Harris

House around Ob Leasaid near Manais

Old and new houses around Ob Leasaid - a typical inlet in the Bays area of South Harris

Richard Barrett

Old school at Manais

Old school at Manais

Shed at Manais The wood carving looks to be a copy of one of the Lewis Chessmen. The sign to the right of the carving has been taken? borrowed? nicked? from the Roghadal Hotel.

Shed at Manais

The wood carving looks to be a copy of one of the Lewis Chessmen. The sign to the right of the carving has been taken? borrowed? nicked? from the Roghadal Hotel.

Part of the Golden Road at Manais

Part of the Golden Road at Manais

Old school and Telephone box at Manais

Old school and Telephone box at Manais

Ob Leasaid At Manais

Ob Leasaid

At Manais

Cairn above Manais

Cairn above Manais

Manais Church sign

Manais Church sign

Church of Scotland, Manais

Church of Scotland, Manais

Ruins at Manais

Ruins at Manais

Ob Leasaid from Aird Shleibhe road

Ob Leasaid from Aird Shleibhe road

Church of Scotland Manais

Church of Scotland Manais

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Àird Shleibhe is located at Grid Ref: NG1189 (Lat: 57.800422, Lng: -6.8609298)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///missions.premature.slid. Near Leverburgh, Na h-Eileanan Siar

Nearby Locations

Sgeir Chruaidh Glas Sgeir Àird Shleibhe Loch Gheocrab Àird Shleibhe Ardslave

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Located within 500m of 57.800422,-6.8609298

Passing Place

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Passing Place

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Passing Place

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Telephone

Booth: K6

Covered: booth

Operator: BT

Phone: +44 1859 530201

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 57.8019104/-6.8669826

Bus Stop

Manish

Bench: no

Naptan AtcoCode: 6010731746

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: Manish

Naptan Indicator: Village

Naptan Landmark: Village

Naptan NaptanCode: 94723629

Naptan Street: Village

Naptan Verified: no

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

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Passing Place

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Passing Place

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Àird Shlèibhe

Name En: Ardslave

Name Gd: Àird Shlèibhe

Place: hamlet

Lat/Long: 57.7994264/-6.8627822

Material: wood

Power: pole

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Aird Leimhe

Place: locality

Lat/Long: 57.8012518/-6.8625523

Power: pole

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Power: pole

Lat/Long: 57.8014037/-6.8668023

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

Lat/Long: 57.7984841/-6.8618551

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Àird Mhòr Inverness-shire

Ceann as Iar na Beinne Ross-shire

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