1. Home
  2. Scotland
  3. Argyll and West Dunbartonshire
  4. Argyll and Bute
  5. Argyllshire
  6. Ceann an Uird

Ceann an Uird

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Ceann an Uird

Old Marble Quarry, Iona The old cutting rig and gas engine can be seen in picture.
Old Marble Quarry, Iona Credit: Peter Bond

Ceann an Uird, located in Argyllshire, is a picturesque island situated off the west coast of Scotland. With a total area of approximately 5 square miles, it is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

The island boasts a rugged coastline, characterized by towering cliffs and hidden coves. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and neighboring islands from various vantage points. Ceann an Uird is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and occasionally dolphins and whales.

The island's landscape is dominated by rolling hills and moorland, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching. There are several well-marked trails, allowing visitors to explore the island's scenic beauty at their own pace.

Ceann an Uird has a small population, with most residents involved in traditional industries such as fishing and agriculture. The island has a rich history, evident in the remains of ancient settlements and standing stones that can be found scattered across its landscape.

Although there are no hotels or large-scale tourist facilities on the island, visitors can find accommodation in nearby towns and villages on the mainland. The island offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking a break from the bustling city life, with its unspoiled nature and welcoming community.

Access to Ceann an Uird is primarily by boat or ferry, with regular services available from the mainland. It is advisable to check the ferry schedules before planning a visit to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Ceann an Uird Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.307317/-6.426045 or Grid Reference NM2621. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Marble Quarry, Iona The old cutting rig and gas engine can be seen in picture.
Old Marble Quarry, Iona
The old cutting rig and gas engine can be seen in picture.
The centre of Iona View across the middle part of the island from a faint path that heads across the moor from Ruanaich.
The centre of Iona
View across the middle part of the island from a faint path that heads across the moor from Ruanaich.
Some rather nice gneiss Colourful outcrop of Lewisian gneiss at the southern end of Iona. All the higher parts of the island as well as the south and west coasts are made of this ancient rock.
Some rather nice gneiss
Colourful outcrop of Lewisian gneiss at the southern end of Iona. All the higher parts of the island as well as the south and west coasts are made of this ancient rock.
Pebble maze, Port na Curaich Someone has spent a lot of time and effort to create a maze from pebbles at Columba's Bay. The design is similar to those seen in some cathedrals [Chartres?] and may have some religious significance. Nearby are some large piles of pebbles. It is said that in the past monks from the abbey created stone piles, the height and size relative to the magnitude of their sins. Either they must have sinned for a very long time, or someone has been carrying on the tradition.
Pebble maze, Port na Curaich
Someone has spent a lot of time and effort to create a maze from pebbles at Columba's Bay. The design is similar to those seen in some cathedrals [Chartres?] and may have some religious significance. Nearby are some large piles of pebbles. It is said that in the past monks from the abbey created stone piles, the height and size relative to the magnitude of their sins. Either they must have sinned for a very long time, or someone has been carrying on the tradition.
Port na Curaich [Port of the Coracle] The pebble beach where St Columba is said to have landed at the southern end of Iona.
Port na Curaich [Port of the Coracle]
The pebble beach where St Columba is said to have landed at the southern end of Iona.
Loch Staoineig Small hill loch by the track to Columba's Bay. A late March day in the early afternoon, but ice was still covering the surface of the loch in places.
Loch Staoineig
Small hill loch by the track to Columba's Bay. A late March day in the early afternoon, but ice was still covering the surface of the loch in places.
At the edge of the sands The view from the edge of the machair towards Port Ceann na Creige.
At the edge of the sands
The view from the edge of the machair towards Port Ceann na Creige.
Overlooking Columba's Bay This is said to be St Columbus landed on Iona to establish his ministry.
Overlooking Columba's Bay
This is said to be St Columbus landed on Iona to establish his ministry.
Traigh nan Siolag - Sandeels Bay Did not find any Sandeels.
Traigh nan Siolag - Sandeels Bay
Did not find any Sandeels.
Looking out across Columba's Bay
Looking out across Columba's Bay
Port Beul Mhor Known as "Port of the Big Mouth". Some fantastic pebbles here.
Port Beul Mhor
Known as "Port of the Big Mouth". Some fantastic pebbles here.
Stac an Aoineidh Also known as "Stack of the Cliff".
Stac an Aoineidh
Also known as "Stack of the Cliff".
Columba's Bay
Columba's Bay
Columba's Bay Not usually viewed from this angle,the inlet in the foreground is Port an Fhir Bhreige (Port of the False Man).
Columba's Bay
Not usually viewed from this angle,the inlet in the foreground is Port an Fhir Bhreige (Port of the False Man).
Iona's West Shore
Iona's West Shore
Lambs on the Isle of Iona Four young lambs shelter from the wind in a gully in the machair on Iona. (Yes, four! the fourth is a black one, at the left.)
Lambs on the Isle of Iona
Four young lambs shelter from the wind in a gully in the machair on Iona. (Yes, four! the fourth is a black one, at the left.)
Teeing off on the Machair golf course - Isle of Iona A golfing challenge for even the most intrepid golfers, the main problems being to find the tees and holes on this 9-hole golf course and to avoid the sheep.
Teeing off on the Machair golf course - Isle of Iona
A golfing challenge for even the most intrepid golfers, the main problems being to find the tees and holes on this 9-hole golf course and to avoid the sheep.
Marble Quarry Iona Seaward view of the Iona marble quarry, last worked in 1913, some of the machinery is visible in the photograph.
Marble Quarry Iona
Seaward view of the Iona marble quarry, last worked in 1913, some of the machinery is visible in the photograph.
Show me another place!

Ceann an Uird is located at Grid Ref: NM2621 (Lat: 56.307317, Lng: -6.426045)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///inflates.squeaking.internal. Near Fionnphort, Argyll & Bute

Nearby Locations

Sloc Bà Fetta Lag Odhar Port Carnan a' Ghille An t-Aird Port Goirtean Iar Eilean Port na Curaich

Related Wikis

Bay at the Back of the Ocean
Bay at the Back of the Ocean

The Bay at the Back of the Ocean (Scottish Gaelic: Camas Cuil an t-Saimh) is a wide, west facing bay on the island of Iona, Argyll and Bute, Scotland,...

Iona
Iona

Iona (; Scottish Gaelic: Ì Chaluim Chille [ˈiː ˈxal̪ˠɪm ˈçiʎə] , sometimes simply Ì) is a small island in the Inner Hebrides, off the Ross of Mull on the...

Sound of Iona
Sound of Iona

The Sound of Iona is a sound between the Inner Hebridean islands of Mull and Iona in western Scotland. It forms part of the Atlantic Ocean. The tidal...

Bishop's House, Iona
Bishop's House, Iona

Bishop's House is a retreat house for the Scottish Episcopal Church, located on the island of Iona, off the west coast of Scotland. == History == It was...

Iona Abbey
Iona Abbey

Iona Abbey is an abbey located on the island of Iona, just off the Isle of Mull on the West Coast of Scotland. It is one of the oldest Christian religious...

St Oran's Chapel
St Oran's Chapel

St Oran's Chapel (Odhráin/Orain/Odran) is a medieval chapel located on the island of Iona in the Inner Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland. Built in...

Erraid
Erraid

Erraid (Scottish Gaelic: Eilean Earraid) is a tidal island approximately one mile (two kilometres) square located in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. It...

Fionnphort
Fionnphort

Fionnphort (English: , Scottish Gaelic: [ˈfjun̪ˠafɔrˠt̪]) is the principal port of the Ross of Mull, and the second largest settlement in the area (its...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.307317,-6.426045
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 56.30829/-6.42716
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 56.30906/-6.42688
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 56.30931/-6.42686
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 56.30944/-6.42708
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 56.30958/-6.42753
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 56.30907/-6.42757
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
Caisteal an Fhithich Inverness-shire
A' Chorr-sgeir Argyllshire

Have you been to Ceann an Uird?

Leave your review of Ceann an Uird below (or comments, questions and feedback).

© 2024 UK Place Database | Privacy