Creagorry Island

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Creagorry Island

A865 on the edge of Loch an Daill Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Creagorry Island is a small island located off the west coast of Scotland in Inverness-shire. It is part of the Inner Hebrides archipelago and lies in the Atlantic Ocean. The island covers an area of approximately 1 square kilometer and has a rugged, rocky terrain with a few small hills.

The island is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of seabirds, seals, and otters. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and wildlife enthusiasts.

Creagorry Island has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to prehistoric times. There are several ancient archaeological sites on the island, including standing stones and burial mounds, which offer insights into its early inhabitants.

In terms of infrastructure, Creagorry Island has limited facilities. There are no permanent residents on the island and no public transportation services. However, it is accessible by boat and can be visited by tourists who are interested in its natural beauty and historical significance.

Visitors to Creagorry Island can enjoy activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The island offers stunning views of the surrounding ocean and the nearby mainland. It is a peaceful and secluded destination, ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat in nature.

Overall, Creagorry Island is a picturesque and historically significant destination, offering visitors a chance to explore Scotland's natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.

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Creagorry Island Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.405371/-7.3253847 or Grid Reference NF8047. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A865 on the edge of Loch an Daill

Sandy Gerrard

Loch an Daill

Sandy Gerrard

Unnamed loch on Benbecula

Hugh Venables

Croftland and loch at Aird Mhor, Iochdar, South Uist

Loch an Dall is in the middle ground.

Douglas Nelson

The Co-operative store, Creagorry (Benbecula)

A good sized shop. Just don't ask when the newspapers come in; it's usually mid-afternoon!

Gordon Brown

Boat in an hotel yard

In the car park of the Isle of Benbecula Hotel at Creagorry/Creag Ghoraidh.

M J Richardson

Salt marsh at Creagorry/Creag Ghoraidh

Directly across the road [A865] from the Creagorry Hotel.

M J Richardson

Houses at Creagorry/Creag Ghoraidh

Overlooking sea and salt marsh.

M J Richardson

Garage by the A865

Filling station and workshops by the A865 on Benbecula. Fuel might be expensive on the Outer Hebrides, but it's still cheaper than motorway prices.

Gordon Hatton

Traditional cottage, North Uist

I note that Greg Morss referred to this as an inhabited cottage back in 2007, but now it looks distinctly uninhabited, unless the occupants enjoy fresh air through the roof.

Gordon Hatton

Across Loch Scorran

Tiny loch at the northern end of South Uist. The big hills of the island in the distance.

Gordon Hatton

Turbine trouble?

Engineers working on a wind turbine at Carnan.

Gordon Hatton

Loch an Daill

Just south of the causeway between Benbecula and South Uist.

John Lucas

Houses by Loch an Daill

Beside the A865 road, South Uist.

John Lucas

The causeway to South Uist from Benbecula

Gordon Brown

Ruined croft house, 5-6 Hacklet (Hacleit), in 1995

Looking northeast across upper Loch Chearabhaigh (a sea loch) towards the scattered township of Kilerivagh. According to local information from Mary Harman in 2018, the house is still there with the mid gable with chimney standing, but the roof is entirely gone. The windows are still clear, and the winnowing hole in the barn at the left hand side of the picture is still there. The telegraph pole behind the house, being redundant is no longer there. The building probably dates from the 19th century and is Category B listed [Link

]. It also appears on the Buildings at Risk Register [Link

Richard Sutcliffe

Northern end of the South Ford causeway

The causeway and short bridge was officially opened in November 1982 during a howling gale. The causeway replaced an 82 span bridge which opened in 1942, but which was in a poor state of repair by the end of the 1970s.

Gordon Hatton