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Ceallasaigh Mòr

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Ceallasaigh Mòr

Peaty pool by the roadside Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peaty pool by the roadside Credit: Gordon Hatton

Ceallasaigh Mòr is a small island located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated in the Inner Hebrides, it lies off the west coast of Scotland and is part of the Small Isles archipelago. With a total land area of approximately 3.5 square kilometers, it is the largest island among the Small Isles.

The island is characterized by its rugged and mountainous terrain, with its highest peak, An Sgurr, standing at around 394 meters. The landscape is dotted with numerous lochs, including Loch Gleannabhaid, Loch nan Uamh, and Loch nam Ban Mora, which add to the island's natural beauty.

Ceallasaigh Mòr has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to prehistoric times. The island was once home to a thriving population, but over the years, the number of residents has dwindled significantly. Today, it is primarily used for agriculture, particularly sheep farming.

Despite its small population, the island attracts tourists with its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and fishing. The island is home to a diverse range of bird species, including seabirds like puffins and guillemots.

The island is accessible by ferry from the nearby mainland town of Mallaig, making it a popular destination for day trips or longer stays. Ceallasaigh Mòr offers a peaceful and remote escape, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Scottish countryside.

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Ceallasaigh Mòr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.634691/-7.1760653 or Grid Reference NF9172. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Peaty pool by the roadside Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peaty pool by the roadside
Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peat stacks at Stolie Moorland dropping gently to a tidal channel, with Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Peat stacks at Stolie
Moorland dropping gently to a tidal channel, with Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Tidal channels and mud flats Having squeezed into a corner of this square, further progress across the tidal mud flats would appear to be a foolish move. The unnamed islet some 150m away is, according to the OS map, surrounded by sand. In reality it appears to be a rather sicky mud.
Tidal channels and mud flats
Having squeezed into a corner of this square, further progress across the tidal mud flats would appear to be a foolish move. The unnamed islet some 150m away is, according to the OS map, surrounded by sand. In reality it appears to be a rather sicky mud.
A maze of muddy channels Looking east from the Rubha Dubh promontory across a maze of muddy channels, exposed rocks and little islands.
A maze of muddy channels
Looking east from the Rubha Dubh promontory across a maze of muddy channels, exposed rocks and little islands.
Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.
Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh
There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh
Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh
Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Loch Dheoir Loch Dheoir is the name given to this area of salt water where a maze of channels eventually connect with the open sea close to Lochmaddy.
Loch Dheoir
Loch Dheoir is the name given to this area of salt water where a maze of channels eventually connect with the open sea close to Lochmaddy.
Cama Lochan Beinn Mhor in the background.
Cama Lochan
Beinn Mhor in the background.
Peat Bank By the Lochportain road.
Peat Bank
By the Lochportain road.
Loch Dheoir From the Lochportain road.
Loch Dheoir
From the Lochportain road.
Open Moorland Looking towards houses at Braigh Chalasaigh.
Open Moorland
Looking towards houses at Braigh Chalasaigh.
Croft at Greanacleit By the Lochportain road.
Croft at Greanacleit
By the Lochportain road.
Loch Blathaisbhal In the distance on the left can be seen Crogearraidh na Thabha rising to 154m
Loch Blathaisbhal
In the distance on the left can be seen Crogearraidh na Thabha rising to 154m
Loch Blathaisbhal A ruined house stands on the shore and in the distance can be seen the hills of Skye
Loch Blathaisbhal
A ruined house stands on the shore and in the distance can be seen the hills of Skye
Loch Dheoir In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Loch Dheoir
In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Loch Dheoir In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Loch Dheoir
In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Loch Siginis In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m), Eabhal (347m) and, on South Uist, Thacla (606m)
Loch Siginis
In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m), Eabhal (347m) and, on South Uist, Thacla (606m)
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Ceallasaigh Mòr is located at Grid Ref: NF9172 (Lat: 57.634691, Lng: -7.1760653)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///moons.disengage.bagpipes. Near Lochmaddy, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Aisgernis Loch Siginis Ceallasaigh Mòr

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