Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich

Island in Ross-shire

Scotland

Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich

Blackhouse Village at Garenin
Blackhouse Village at Garenin Credit: Colin Park

Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich is an uninhabited island located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated in the Inner Sound, between the Isle of Skye and the Scottish mainland, this small island spans approximately 0.8 hectares (2 acres) in size. The name "Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich" translates to "The Skerries of the Middle Heights" in English, reflecting its rocky and elevated nature.

The island is characterized by its rugged coastline and rocky terrain, with numerous skerries and rocky outcrops surrounding its shores. Its elevation reaches up to 20 meters (66 feet) above sea level, providing panoramic views of the surrounding area. Vegetation on the island mainly consists of grasses, mosses, and some hardy plant species.

Due to its remote location and lack of human inhabitation, Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich is a haven for various bird species. Seabirds, such as puffins, razorbills, and guillemots, can be spotted nesting on the cliffs and skerries surrounding the island. The surrounding waters are also home to a diverse range of marine life, including seals, dolphins, and various species of fish.

Access to Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich is limited, and there are no facilities or infrastructure on the island. However, it can be admired from nearby coastal areas or explored by experienced kayakers and wildlife enthusiasts. The island's remote and untouched nature makes it a unique and tranquil destination for those seeking solitude and natural beauty.

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Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.308394/-6.7855914 or Grid Reference NB1945. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blackhouse Village at Garenin
Blackhouse Village at Garenin
Blackhouse Village at Garenin
Blackhouse Village at Garenin
Waves breaking at Dalmore View from the beach at Dalmore showing the headland at Rubha an Trilleachain.
Waves breaking at Dalmore
View from the beach at Dalmore showing the headland at Rubha an Trilleachain.
Cnoc an Uillt from Dalmore Machair, beach, and headland at Cnoc an Uillt at Dalmore.
Cnoc an Uillt from Dalmore
Machair, beach, and headland at Cnoc an Uillt at Dalmore.
Bagh Dhail Mor, Dalmore
Bagh Dhail Mor, Dalmore
Ruin by Loch Garenin
Ruin by Loch Garenin
Bus shelter near the Tweed Mill
Bus shelter near the Tweed Mill
Na Gearrannan The main road through the restored part of the old village of blackhouses. People lived in some of these houses up until 1974.
Na Gearrannan
The main road through the restored part of the old village of blackhouses. People lived in some of these houses up until 1974.
Buildings in Gearrannan Blackhouse Village
Buildings in Gearrannan Blackhouse Village
Loch Garenin Sea loch below the Black House Village.
Loch Garenin
Sea loch below the Black House Village.
Blackhouse Village at Garenin The village was occupied until 1974. Restored in the later years of the Century. The plaque commemorates the opening of the village as a visitor attraction by Princess Anne. Most of the black houses are let as self-catering holiday accommodation.
Blackhouse Village at Garenin
The village was occupied until 1974. Restored in the later years of the Century. The plaque commemorates the opening of the village as a visitor attraction by Princess Anne. Most of the black houses are let as self-catering holiday accommodation.
Cottage interior, Garenin Blackhouse Village
Cottage interior, Garenin Blackhouse Village
Garenin Blackhouses Museum Group of reconstructed blackhouses which give an excellent impression of what Hebridean hamlets would have looked like 200 years ago.
Garenin Blackhouses Museum
Group of reconstructed blackhouses which give an excellent impression of what Hebridean hamlets would have looked like 200 years ago.
Garenin Blackhouses Museum A reconstructed blackhouse settlement.
Garenin Blackhouses Museum
A reconstructed blackhouse settlement.
Rubha Mor Neidallt illicit still Illicit still hidden below a large rock outcrop. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/137120/lewis-rubha-mor-neidallt" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/137120/lewis-rubha-mor-neidallt">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>
Rubha Mor Neidallt illicit still
Illicit still hidden below a large rock outcrop. LinkExternal link
Rubha Mor Neidallt illicit still View into the building from the rock outcrop above the building. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/137120/lewis-rubha-mor-neidallt" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/137120/lewis-rubha-mor-neidallt">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>
Rubha Mor Neidallt illicit still
View into the building from the rock outcrop above the building. LinkExternal link
Marker Cairn
Marker Cairn
Aird Mheadhonach cliffs, sheepfold and lazy beds
Aird Mheadhonach cliffs, sheepfold and lazy beds
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Sgeirean na h-Airde Meadhonaich is located at Grid Ref: NB1945 (Lat: 58.308394, Lng: -6.7855914)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 58.308394,-6.7855914
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Lat/Long: 58.30764/-6.78491
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 58.3040672/-6.7863616
Aird Mheadhonach
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 58.3061732/-6.7828563
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