Eilean na Ligheach

Island in Sutherland

Scotland

Eilean na Ligheach

SÃ¬dhean nan Ealachan, Oldany Island Boat trip from Lower Badcall to Oldany Island for Ken Whyte&#039;s 2977th HuMP celebration, so he has now hit the wall and only 7 from the finish.
Name: Sidhean nan Ealachan
Hill number: 4773
Height: 104m / 341ft
Parent (Ma/M): none
Area: 16E: Scourie to Lairg
Class: Hu,1
Grid ref: NC085348 (est)
Drop: 104m
Col: Sea — SÃ¬dhean nan Ealachan, Oldany Island Credit: Rude Health

Eilean na Ligheach is a small island located off the west coast of Sutherland, within the Scottish Highlands. It is situated in Loch Laxford, a picturesque sea loch known for its rugged beauty and abundant wildlife.

The island measures approximately 0.6 hectares in size and is characterized by its rocky terrain and sparse vegetation. It is mainly covered in heather and grasses, with a few scattered trees and shrubs. The coastline of Eilean na Ligheach is jagged and indented, with small rocky coves and tidal pools.

The island is uninhabited and has no permanent structures or facilities. It is primarily visited by nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and photographers, who are drawn to the island's natural beauty and tranquility. Eilean na Ligheach is known for its diverse bird population, including seabirds such as guillemots, puffins, and razorbills, as well as various species of gulls.

Access to Eilean na Ligheach is possible by boat from nearby ports, and there are no designated landing facilities on the island. Visitors are advised to bring their own supplies, as there are no amenities available. It is important to note that the island is part of a nature reserve, and visitors are expected to follow guidelines to preserve the delicate ecosystem and wildlife.

Overall, Eilean na Ligheach offers a peaceful escape and an opportunity to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Eilean na Ligheach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.257734/-5.2408905 or Grid Reference NC0934. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

SÃ¬dhean nan Ealachan, Oldany Island

Boat trip from Lower Badcall to Oldany Island for Ken Whyte's 2977th HuMP celebration, so he has now hit the wall and only 7 from the finish. Name: Sidhean nan Ealachan Hill number: 4773 Height: 104m / 341ft Parent (Ma/M): none Area: 16E: Scourie to Lairg Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NC085348 (est) Drop: 104m Col: Sea

Rude Health

Moorland On Oldany Island

Rude Health

Gate to LÃ²n Ruadh, boggy flats at Oldany

Alan Reid

Fish farm by Oldany Island

Richard Webb

LÃ²n Ruadh

Wetland by Oldany, North Assynt. Looks like a former loch which has undergone succession.

Richard Webb

B869, Oldany

Richard Webb

Cottage overlooking Loch Dhrombaig

Looking east towards Sail Ghorm (Quinag), which is in the haze above the cottage.

Ian Taylor

Port na Ba

An inlet of Eddrachillis Bay below Culkein Drumbeg. As with most scenes in this area, the bulk of Quinag rises in the distance.

Gordon Hatton

Mouth of the Oldany River

The little Oldany River enters a sea loch at this point.

Gordon Hatton

Birds on a rock

Four oystercatchers and one gull taking it easy on a rock in this tidal inlet. The only question is, what type of gull is it? My guess is an immature lesser black backed, but no doubt some 'geograph' contributor who is also a keen ornithologist will put me right.

Gordon Hatton

Track near the shore

This track leads from the road round to what is marked as a jetty on the OS map, although no jetty was evident when I visited.

Gordon Hatton

Greylags on the saltings

Greylag geese close by the shore.

Gordon Hatton

Towards Oldany Island

In the centre of the photo is the narrow channel that separates Oldany Island [right] from the mainland. I am informed that when there are low spring tides it is possible to cross at the narrowest point, but that time on Oldany is very limited before one is cut off.

Gordon Hatton