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Aird na Ciste

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

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Aird na Ciste

Peat cutting, Mula o' Thuath, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Mula o' Thuath as, "a long mossy pasture ridge or hill extending along the west margin of Gleann Sheadair through which is a cattle road".
Peat cutting, Mula o' Thuath, Isle of Lewis Credit: Claire Pegrum

Aird na Ciste is a hill/mountain located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated in the scenic Scottish Highlands, it is part of the larger mountain range known as the Torridon Hills. Aird na Ciste is renowned for its rugged and dramatic landscape, attracting outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers alike.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 2,136 feet (651 meters), Aird na Ciste offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area. The hill/mountain is characterized by steep slopes, rocky terrain, and a prominent summit, which provides an ideal vantage point to admire the majestic beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

The ascent to Aird na Ciste is challenging and requires a good level of physical fitness and hiking experience. However, the effort is rewarded with stunning vistas of the nearby Loch Maree, one of Scotland's largest freshwater lochs, as well as the Torridon Mountains and the Isle of Skye in the distance.

The hill/mountain is also known for its rich biodiversity, with various plant species and wildlife inhabiting its slopes. Hikers may encounter native birds, including golden eagles and peregrine falcons, as well as red deer and mountain hares.

Aird na Ciste is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hillwalking, mountaineering, and photography. Its remote location and unspoiled natural beauty make it a must-visit for those seeking an authentic Scottish Highland experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.397344/-6.4539382 or Grid Reference NB3954. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Peat cutting, Mula o' Thuath, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Mula o' Thuath as, "a long mossy pasture ridge or hill extending along the west margin of Gleann Sheadair through which is a cattle road".
Peat cutting, Mula o' Thuath, Isle of Lewis
The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Mula o' Thuath as, "a long mossy pasture ridge or hill extending along the west margin of Gleann Sheadair through which is a cattle road".
Croftland, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes this land as, "a low, arable hill, on the sea-shore, at the north end of Seadair Iochdrach. There are a good number of ruins upon it. It produces tolerably good crops, though full of small rocks".
Croftland, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis
The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes this land as, "a low, arable hill, on the sea-shore, at the north end of Seadair Iochdrach. There are a good number of ruins upon it. It produces tolerably good crops, though full of small rocks".
Coach roof, Gleann Shiadair, Isle of Lewis It took me a couple of minutes to work out what this was until I recognised the air vents similar to those in the bus on which I used to go to school. No air conditioning back then!
Coach roof, Gleann Shiadair, Isle of Lewis
It took me a couple of minutes to work out what this was until I recognised the air vents similar to those in the bus on which I used to go to school. No air conditioning back then!
Siadar Uarach
Siadar Uarach
The A857 through Shader
The A857 through Shader
The A857 through Shader
The A857 through Shader
Moorland south of Steinacleit Typical of much of the interior of the Isle of Lewis. The mountains of Harris on the skyline.
Moorland south of Steinacleit
Typical of much of the interior of the Isle of Lewis. The mountains of Harris on the skyline.
Steinacleit and Loch an Dùin The best guess is that the stones of Steinacleit are the ruins of a prehistoric settlement rather than a ritual stone circle. The village of Siadar in the distance.
Steinacleit and Loch an Dùin
The best guess is that the stones of Steinacleit are the ruins of a prehistoric settlement rather than a ritual stone circle. The village of Siadar in the distance.
Fence, Neidealan, Isle of Lewis The track runs between the village of Siadar/Shader and moorland peat cutting areas.
Fence, Neidealan, Isle of Lewis
The track runs between the village of Siadar/Shader and moorland peat cutting areas.
Broch or dun in Loch An Duin This small artificial island may be the remains of a broch or dun. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4279/lewis-siadar-loch-an-duin" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4279/lewis-siadar-loch-an-duin">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Broch or dun in Loch An Duin
This small artificial island may be the remains of a broch or dun. LinkExternal link
Steinacleit prehistoric round house It is considered that this is probably the remains of a prehistoric house. It sits within an enclosure. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4275/lewis-shader-steinacleit" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4275/lewis-shader-steinacleit">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Steinacleit prehistoric round house
It is considered that this is probably the remains of a prehistoric house. It sits within an enclosure. LinkExternal link
Clearance cairn, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis According to <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/335577" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/335577">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> , the clearance cairn was built on a prehistoric kerb cairn.
Clearance cairn, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis
According to LinkExternal link , the clearance cairn was built on a prehistoric kerb cairn.
Track, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis The track provides access to the strips of croft land shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5458066">NB3855 : Croftland, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis</a>.
Track, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis
The track provides access to the strips of croft land shown at NB3855 : Croftland, Cuivatotar, Isle of Lewis.
Fishing boat, Shader/Siadar, Isle of Lewis I was told by the boat's owner that it was last used for lobster fishing about ten years before this photo was taken.
Fishing boat, Shader/Siadar, Isle of Lewis
I was told by the boat's owner that it was last used for lobster fishing about ten years before this photo was taken.
Dun at Loch an Duin, Siadar Iarach Ancient settlement on an islet in Loch an Duin. It is connected to the shore by a 25 metre long causeway. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ambaile.org.uk/en/item/item_maps.jsp?item_id=63522" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ambaile.org.uk/en/item/item_maps.jsp?item_id=63522">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Dun at Loch an Duin, Siadar Iarach
Ancient settlement on an islet in Loch an Duin. It is connected to the shore by a 25 metre long causeway. LinkExternal link
Steinacleit Chambered Tomb Megalithic remains on a low hilltop - south-east of Lach an Duin and Shader / Siadar. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=522" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=522">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Steinacleit Chambered Tomb
Megalithic remains on a low hilltop - south-east of Lach an Duin and Shader / Siadar. LinkExternal link
Eaglais Shiadair eile/Another church at Shader One of the two meeting-houses (described as "small boxy churches" in John Gifford's Pevsner guide) which stand close together on the main road in Upper Shader/Siadar Uarach - the other is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/210298">NB3854 : Siadar Meeting House</a> which belongs to the Church of Scotland, so this one was probably used by the Free Church or another Presbyterian denomination, but currently has no sign and may no longer be in use. The bellcote on the gable end (from which the bell has now been removed), the add-on entrance porch with facilities and the line of ventilators along the roof ridge are typical of small churches in the isles.
Eaglais Shiadair eile/Another church at Shader
One of the two meeting-houses (described as "small boxy churches" in John Gifford's Pevsner guide) which stand close together on the main road in Upper Shader/Siadar Uarach - the other is NB3854 : Siadar Meeting House which belongs to the Church of Scotland, so this one was probably used by the Free Church or another Presbyterian denomination, but currently has no sign and may no longer be in use. The bellcote on the gable end (from which the bell has now been removed), the add-on entrance porch with facilities and the line of ventilators along the roof ridge are typical of small churches in the isles.
Cottages at Siadar
Cottages at Siadar
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Aird na Ciste is located at Grid Ref: NB3954 (Lat: 58.397344, Lng: -6.4539382)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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