Airigh Sheileach

Hill, Mountain in Argyllshire

Scotland

Airigh Sheileach

Ormsary Water
Ormsary Water Credit: John Ferguson

Airigh Sheileach is a hill located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated in the beautiful region of Argyll and Bute, it is part of the stunning landscape of the Scottish Highlands. Airigh Sheileach stands at an impressive height of approximately 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level, making it a prominent feature in the area.

The hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with its picturesque rolling hills, lush green valleys, and sparkling lochs. It is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who are drawn to the area by its stunning natural beauty and tranquility.

Airigh Sheileach is covered in heather and grass, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape, especially in the summer months when the hill is adorned with purple and green hues. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and smaller mammals, making it a haven for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

The summit of Airigh Sheileach provides panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, lochs, and glens, offering visitors a truly unforgettable experience. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the Isle of Jura and the Isle of Mull.

Access to Airigh Sheileach is generally straightforward, with a few well-marked trails leading to the top. However, it is important to note that the weather conditions can change rapidly in the Scottish Highlands, so it is advisable to come prepared with appropriate clothing and equipment.

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Airigh Sheileach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.876666/-5.5745695 or Grid Reference NR7670. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ormsary Water
Ormsary Water
Estate bridge over Ormsary Water Not abandoned as a previous picture suggests
Estate bridge over Ormsary Water
Not abandoned as a previous picture suggests
Remains of shielings at Sean-ghart
Remains of shielings at Sean-ghart
Small man-made reservoir on the moors above Ormsary
Small man-made reservoir on the moors above Ormsary
Estate track over the reservoir dam
Estate track over the reservoir dam
North- eastern end of the moorland reservoir
North- eastern end of the moorland reservoir
Fenceline running across the moor
Fenceline running across the moor
Fenceline and lower slopes of Cnoc na Moine Gile
Fenceline and lower slopes of Cnoc na Moine Gile
Moorland view Looking out across the Sound of Jura.
Moorland view
Looking out across the Sound of Jura.
Moorland burn Expansive moorland west of Meall Reamhar.
Moorland burn
Expansive moorland west of Meall Reamhar.
Highland Cattle on the Ormsary Estate Feeding on the slopes of Cnoc Acaidh Raibhach.
Highland Cattle on the Ormsary Estate
Feeding on the slopes of Cnoc Acaidh Raibhach.
Hinds in the forest Definitely cervids; probably sika. The place was hooching with them.
Hinds in the forest
Definitely cervids; probably sika. The place was hooching with them.
Forest track This track just clips the north-western corner of the grid square.
Forest track
This track just clips the north-western corner of the grid square.
Forest track A relatively open area of forest, with plenty of space for deer to graze - this is a sporting estate, after all!
Forest track
A relatively open area of forest, with plenty of space for deer to graze - this is a sporting estate, after all!
Shooting hide A typical example of the South Knapdale model, designed for the comfort of continental Europeans spending their money on shooting Scottish deer.
Shooting hide
A typical example of the South Knapdale model, designed for the comfort of continental Europeans spending their money on shooting Scottish deer.
Forest ride A killing zone for deer, this ride is overlooked by a shooting hide.
Forest ride
A killing zone for deer, this ride is overlooked by a shooting hide.
Abhainn Mhòr Looking upstream. The rivers in this area reveal beautiful pink boulders.
Abhainn Mhòr
Looking upstream. The rivers in this area reveal beautiful pink boulders.
Abhainn Mhòr Looking up the course of the Abhainn Mhòr with forest to the right and moorland to the left.
Abhainn Mhòr
Looking up the course of the Abhainn Mhòr with forest to the right and moorland to the left.
Show me another place!

Airigh Sheileach is located at Grid Ref: NR7670 (Lat: 55.876666, Lng: -5.5745695)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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