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Siolaigh Beag

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Siolaigh Beag

Junction on the path to Aird Horragaigh, South Uist From the end of the tarred road, an excellent grass track heads south. Although it deteriorates a little, it still makes a great afternoon walk.
Junction on the path to Aird Horragaigh, South Uist Credit: AlastairG

Siolaigh Beag is a small island located off the coast of Inverness-shire in Scotland. The island covers an area of approximately 1 square mile and is home to a population of around 100 residents. The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rugged coastlines, rolling hills, and lush greenery.

Siolaigh Beag has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to prehistoric times. The island has been inhabited continuously for centuries, with a strong sense of community among its residents. The main industries on the island include fishing, agriculture, and tourism, with visitors drawn to the island's picturesque scenery and peaceful atmosphere.

In terms of amenities, Siolaigh Beag has a small primary school, a community center, and a few shops and restaurants. The island is accessible by ferry from the mainland, making it a popular destination for day trips and weekend getaways.

Overall, Siolaigh Beag is a charming and idyllic island that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Its stunning landscapes, rich history, and strong sense of community make it a truly special place to visit or live.

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Junction on the path to Aird Horragaigh, South Uist From the end of the tarred road, an excellent grass track heads south. Although it deteriorates a little, it still makes a great afternoon walk.
Junction on the path to Aird Horragaigh, South Uist
From the end of the tarred road, an excellent grass track heads south. Although it deteriorates a little, it still makes a great afternoon walk.
19th century East Gerinish school at Aird Horragaigh The school gates at East Gerinish. Why two gates? One for the girls and one for the boys. Amazing, especially as many would have walked miles to school in mixed groups.
19th century East Gerinish school at Aird Horragaigh
The school gates at East Gerinish. Why two gates? One for the girls and one for the boys. Amazing, especially as many would have walked miles to school in mixed groups.
Schoolmaster's house, East Gerinish Standing on the hillside near a ruined croft, the schoolmaster's house would have had a commanding view over the school below. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7514077">NF8339 : View of East Gerinish school from the schoolmaster's house</a>
Schoolmaster's house, East Gerinish
Standing on the hillside near a ruined croft, the schoolmaster's house would have had a commanding view over the school below. NF8339 : View of East Gerinish school from the schoolmaster's house
View of East Gerinish school from the schoolmaster's house The schoolmaster would have missed nothing from this viewpoint. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7514071">NF8339 : Schoolmaster's house, East Gerinish</a> The three pillars on the right on the school 'enclosure' frame the girls' and boys' gates. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7514055">NF8339 : 19th century East Gerinish school at Aird Horragaigh</a>
View of East Gerinish school from the schoolmaster's house
The schoolmaster would have missed nothing from this viewpoint. NF8339 : Schoolmaster's house, East Gerinish The three pillars on the right on the school 'enclosure' frame the girls' and boys' gates. NF8339 : 19th century East Gerinish school at Aird Horragaigh
Fish farming near Eilean Ornais
Fish farming near Eilean Ornais
The road to Loch Sgioport With the sea loch itself visible ahead.
The road to Loch Sgioport
With the sea loch itself visible ahead.
An old pier The pier is still in use but the gare timbers did look rather precarious to me as a non sailor.
An old pier
The pier is still in use but the gare timbers did look rather precarious to me as a non sailor.
Old pier at the end of the B890, Loch Sgiopoirt
Old pier at the end of the B890, Loch Sgiopoirt
Pony at Rubha Mòr Rubha Mòr is at the end of the B890 as it reaches Loch Sgiopoirt (alternative names: Scioport, Skipport etc.) on the eastern coast of South Uist. This little pony was very friendly and posed nicely for me when requested !
Pony at Rubha Mòr
Rubha Mòr is at the end of the B890 as it reaches Loch Sgiopoirt (alternative names: Scioport, Skipport etc.) on the eastern coast of South Uist. This little pony was very friendly and posed nicely for me when requested !
Disused pier, Rubha Mòr The B890 peters out as it reaches Loch Sgioport, but a track continues winding down to this old abandoned pier. The sea loch stretches ahead on this beautiful eastern coast of South Uist.
Disused pier, Rubha Mòr
The B890 peters out as it reaches Loch Sgioport, but a track continues winding down to this old abandoned pier. The sea loch stretches ahead on this beautiful eastern coast of South Uist.
Bagh a Mhanaich Bagh a Mhanaich and the site of the old school house (in the middle distance along side the water).
Bagh a Mhanaich
Bagh a Mhanaich and the site of the old school house (in the middle distance along side the water).
Ruined Croft House Overlooking the site of the school house. There are several older ruins just to the north.
Ruined Croft House
Overlooking the site of the school house. There are several older ruins just to the north.
Ponies graze above Loch Sgiopoirt Loch Sgiopoirt is a deeply indented sea loch on the east coast of South Uist. Several ponies were grazing contentedly on this headland. The islet in the background is Eilean Haey.
Ponies graze above Loch Sgiopoirt
Loch Sgiopoirt is a deeply indented sea loch on the east coast of South Uist. Several ponies were grazing contentedly on this headland. The islet in the background is Eilean Haey.
Eilean Haey from Rubha Mòr Eilean Haey is a little island in the mouth of the sea loch Sgiopoirt. This view is taken over the remains of the old pier at Rubha Mòr.
Eilean Haey from Rubha Mòr
Eilean Haey is a little island in the mouth of the sea loch Sgiopoirt. This view is taken over the remains of the old pier at Rubha Mòr.
Climbing to the ridge at Maol Martaig
Climbing to the ridge at Maol Martaig
Shieling, Caolas Mor An almost habitable shieling/house at Caolas Mor
Shieling, Caolas Mor
An almost habitable shieling/house at Caolas Mor
Caolas Mor From the ruined shieling at the end of the made track. From here onwards the intrepid walker has to start squelching!
Caolas Mor
From the ruined shieling at the end of the made track. From here onwards the intrepid walker has to start squelching!
Caolas Mor Looking up the long north west arm of Loch Sgiopoirt.
Caolas Mor
Looking up the long north west arm of Loch Sgiopoirt.
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Siolaigh Beag is located at Grid Ref: NF8438 (Lat: 57.324387, Lng: -7.2427327)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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