Eilean an Righ

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean an Righ

South side of Ulva Looking along the coast from near Cille Mhic Eoghainn. I escaped the coastal plain by the skyline ridge which was &quot;interesting&quot;. Little Colonsay is the larger island in the background. — South side of Ulva Credit: Richard Webb

Eilean an Righ is a small island located off the coast of Argyllshire, Scotland. The name translates to "Island of the King" in Gaelic, reflecting its historical significance. The island is approximately 300 meters long and 150 meters wide, with a rugged coastline and a rocky terrain. It is surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Sound of Jura, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Eilean an Righ is uninhabited and is mainly used for grazing livestock. The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and otters. Visitors can access the island by boat, although there are no facilities or amenities on the island itself.

The island has a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements dating back to the Iron Age. It is also believed to have been a site of religious significance in early Christian times. Today, Eilean an Righ is a peaceful and secluded destination for those seeking a tranquil escape in the midst of Scotland's natural beauty.

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Eilean an Righ Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.462503/-6.2246976 or Grid Reference NM3938. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

South side of Ulva

Looking along the coast from near Cille Mhic Eoghainn. I escaped the coastal plain by the skyline ridge which was "interesting". Little Colonsay is the larger island in the background.

Richard Webb

South side path, Ulva

West of Cragaig, it is a matter of luck using the path in Summer. I was lucky, a quadbike had passed recently but the path was choked after the big nose above Cille Mhic Eoghainn. Bracken is quite an adversary on Ulva.

Richard Webb

Ruin, Ulva

One of many ruins along the south coast.

Richard Webb

South side path, Ulva

A break from the bracken at the foot of a steep nose descending from Beinn Eolasary. This is the opposite side to NM3939 : Fractured cliff

Richard Webb

South side of Ulva

A steep basalt escarpment rises above a narrow coastal plain which was once densely populated.

Richard Webb

Coastal plain, Ulva

View from the steep scarp running the length of Ulva's south coast towards Little Colonsay and Staffa. This was once a densely populated area and there are many ruins.

Richard Webb

TrÃ igh BhÃ n and Little Colonsay

White sand beaches on the south side of Ulva with Little Colonsay and Iona beyond.

Richard Webb

Cille Mhic Eoghainn

Burial ground on the south side of Ulva. View from the top of a steep rocky nose used by deer and myself to escape the coastal plain.

Richard Webb

Ruin, Ulva

Looking down a steep nose of basalt towards the ruins near Cille Mhic Eoghainn

Richard Webb

View of Beinn Eolasary, Ulva

Trap landscape formed by successive lava flows.

Richard Webb

Rubh' a Charnain

South shore of Ulva. The prominent nose was used earlier in the day to get up Beinn Eolasary. It was steep, loose and exposed.

Richard Webb

South side of Beinn Eolasary

View from the popular anchorage near Cragaig. Escape from the coastal strip is not easy with steep ground, crags and bracken impeding progress. I went up the very distinct nose (right of centre).

Richard Webb

TrÃ igh BhÃ n

White beach with a popular anchorage on the south coast of Ulva. Was remarkably clean too. My footprints although there were a few folk off three yachts here the previous evening.

Richard Webb