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Eilean an Fhir Mhoir

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean an Fhir Mhoir

Disused quarry at Rubha na h-Airde Mòire
Disused quarry at Rubha na h-Airde Mòire Credit: Mick Garratt

Eilean an Fhir Mhoir, also known as the Island of the Big Man, is a small island located off the coast of Argyllshire in Scotland. The island is situated in the Inner Hebrides, specifically in the Sound of Islay. It has a total area of approximately 6 hectares.

Eilean an Fhir Mhoir is known for its rugged and picturesque landscape. The island is characterized by rocky cliffs and grassy hills, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and neighboring islands. Its remote location and untouched natural beauty make it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The island is uninhabited, with no permanent residents. However, it is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and various marine species. The surrounding waters are teeming with fish, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Access to Eilean an Fhir Mhoir is limited, as there are no regular ferry services to the island. However, it is possible to arrange private boat trips from nearby towns such as Port Ellen or Port Askaig on the Isle of Islay.

Visitors to Eilean an Fhir Mhoir can enjoy activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The island offers a tranquil and secluded environment, allowing visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Eilean an Fhir Mhoir Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.749556/-6.4755367 or Grid Reference NR1959. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Disused quarry at Rubha na h-Airde Mòire
Disused quarry at Rubha na h-Airde Mòire
Kilchiaran Bay
Kilchiaran Bay
Disused military buildings
Disused military buildings
Kilchiaran Bay, Islay With ruined chapel in distance.
Kilchiaran Bay, Islay
With ruined chapel in distance.
Old Woman's Pass Old Woman's Pass is the name given to this old track which crosses the headland between Kilchoman and Kilchiaran. The splendid view northwards is along the beach at Machir Bay.
Old Woman's Pass
Old Woman's Pass is the name given to this old track which crosses the headland between Kilchoman and Kilchiaran. The splendid view northwards is along the beach at Machir Bay.
Cill Chiarain The church of Saint Ciaron, this church originates from around 1200.
Cill Chiarain
The church of Saint Ciaron, this church originates from around 1200.
Kilchiaran Farm The farmstead of Kilchiaran on the Rinns of Islay.
Kilchiaran Farm
The farmstead of Kilchiaran on the Rinns of Islay.
Road to Kilchiaran The road passing through high banks close to Kilchiaran.
Road to Kilchiaran
The road passing through high banks close to Kilchiaran.
Road by Cnoc Farragain, Islay
Road by Cnoc Farragain, Islay
Kilchiaran chapel Enough remains inside the chapel to visualise it as a place of worship. The mediaeval font is near the west wall and there are still recesses in the east wall behind the reconstructed altar.
Kilchiaran chapel
Enough remains inside the chapel to visualise it as a place of worship. The mediaeval font is near the west wall and there are still recesses in the east wall behind the reconstructed altar.
Ploughing at Kilchiaran Plenty of work on the farm in spring!
Ploughing at Kilchiaran
Plenty of work on the farm in spring!
Harebells at Kilchiaran, Islay
Harebells at Kilchiaran, Islay
Kilchiaran Chapel Restoration in the early 1970s saved this remote chapel from complete ruination.
Kilchiaran Chapel
Restoration in the early 1970s saved this remote chapel from complete ruination.
View to Kilchiaran Bay from the chapel
View to Kilchiaran Bay from the chapel
Ancient font on a modern base The font at Kilchiaran was raised on a new base in the early 1970s.
Ancient font on a modern base
The font at Kilchiaran was raised on a new base in the early 1970s.
Ancient piscina, Kilchiaran Chapel Shallow dish for the washing of holy vessels, in the wall near where once the altar would have been.
Ancient piscina, Kilchiaran Chapel
Shallow dish for the washing of holy vessels, in the wall near where once the altar would have been.
Pair of choughs on the crags by Kilchiaran The chough is on the RSPB amber list, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.rspb.org.uk/wildlife/birdguide/name/c/chough/index.aspx" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rspb.org.uk/wildlife/birdguide/name/c/chough/index.aspx">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> . Kilchiaran Farm is involved in a scheme to encourage the birds to flourish on Islay, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/700160">NR2060 : Kilchiaran Farm Information Board</a>.
Pair of choughs on the crags by Kilchiaran
The chough is on the RSPB amber list, see LinkExternal link . Kilchiaran Farm is involved in a scheme to encourage the birds to flourish on Islay, see NR2060 : Kilchiaran Farm Information Board.
Chough in flight, Kilchiaran The chough is not a common bird, and is being encouraged to flourish on Islay - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3599538">NR2060 : Pair of choughs on the crags by Kilchiaran</a> for RSPB status and further details.
Chough in flight, Kilchiaran
The chough is not a common bird, and is being encouraged to flourish on Islay - see NR2060 : Pair of choughs on the crags by Kilchiaran for RSPB status and further details.
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Eilean an Fhir Mhoir is located at Grid Ref: NR1959 (Lat: 55.749556, Lng: -6.4755367)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///goodnight.marked.decks. Near Port Charlotte, Argyll & Bute

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Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 55.7477001/-6.4785078
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