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Sgeireag Fhas

Island in Ross-shire

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Sgeireag Fhas

Traigh Ghriais Erosion caused by a small stream reveals that the sand here is not very deep.
Traigh Ghriais Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Sgeireag Fhas is a small island located off the coast of Ross-shire, in the Highlands region of Scotland. This uninhabited island is situated in the Inner Sound, between the Isle of Skye and the mainland. Known for its rugged and untouched beauty, Sgeireag Fhas measures approximately 1.5 hectares in area.

Characterized by its rocky coastline and steep cliffs, the island is home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, gannets, kittiwakes, and razorbills. These birds flock to the island during the breeding season, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The landscape of Sgeireag Fhas is dominated by a prominent rocky outcrop that rises from the sea, providing breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding waters and the nearby mainland. The island's vegetation consists mainly of grasses, mosses, and low-growing shrubs that cling to the rocky terrain.

Due to its remote location and lack of amenities, Sgeireag Fhas is not accessible to the general public. However, it can be admired from a distance during boat trips or hikes along the coastline of Ross-shire. Its isolation and unspoiled environment make it an ideal haven for wildlife and a place of tranquility and natural beauty.

Overall, Sgeireag Fhas is a picturesque and unspoiled island off the coast of Ross-shire, offering a glimpse into the rugged and diverse natural landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.

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Sgeireag Fhas Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.294485/-6.2532793 or Grid Reference NB5041. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Traigh Ghriais Erosion caused by a small stream reveals that the sand here is not very deep.
Traigh Ghriais
Erosion caused by a small stream reveals that the sand here is not very deep.
Land Struggle Memorial
Land Struggle Memorial
Road side on Lewis
Road side on Lewis
Griais (Gress) A convenient car park gives access to the beach, passing this spot on the way. I think the white house may be Loidse Ghriais (Gress Lodge) but am happy to be corrected.
Griais (Gress)
A convenient car park gives access to the beach, passing this spot on the way. I think the white house may be Loidse Ghriais (Gress Lodge) but am happy to be corrected.
Abhainn Ghriais Mouth Flowing into the sea at Traigh Ghriais on the east coast of Lewis.
Abhainn Ghriais Mouth
Flowing into the sea at Traigh Ghriais on the east coast of Lewis.
Memorial to the Grias and Coll Raiders One of several on the islands to mark the Land Struggles. Servicemen, returned from WW1, took possession of the land in March 1919 after promises to provide them with land and housing were broken by the land owners.
Memorial to the Grias and Coll Raiders
One of several on the islands to mark the Land Struggles. Servicemen, returned from WW1, took possession of the land in March 1919 after promises to provide them with land and housing were broken by the land owners.
Memorial to the Land Struggle at Bac With the old road bridge, Bac saltings and Abhainn Ghriais in the background.
Memorial to the Land Struggle at Bac
With the old road bridge, Bac saltings and Abhainn Ghriais in the background.
Abhainn Ghriais Looking across the river to Teampall Amhlaigh, a ruined church with a burial ground.
Abhainn Ghriais
Looking across the river to Teampall Amhlaigh, a ruined church with a burial ground.
Abhainn Ghriais flows into the sea Through the beach of Tràigh Ghriais to Broad Bay/Loch a Tuath.
Abhainn Ghriais flows into the sea
Through the beach of Tràigh Ghriais to Broad Bay/Loch a Tuath.
Teampall Amhlaigh and burial ground Griais Cemetery and the remains of St Aula's Church.
Teampall Amhlaigh and burial ground
Griais Cemetery and the remains of St Aula's Church.
Half house at Loidse Ghriais The beach is quite near - an opportunity for redevelopment?
Half house at Loidse Ghriais
The beach is quite near - an opportunity for redevelopment?
Bus stop at Griais At the junction of the loop road from Griais with the main B895 road to Tholastaidh
Bus stop at Griais
At the junction of the loop road from Griais with the main B895 road to Tholastaidh
Croft land at Griais With an isolated new house.
Croft land at Griais
With an isolated new house.
Old watermill at Loidse Ghriais Unfortunately far too wet and windy to investigate further.
Old watermill at Loidse Ghriais
Unfortunately far too wet and windy to investigate further.
Weary worker by the B895 In fact just a boulder dressed up with helmet and overalls. A bit of light relief in this moorland landscape on a cold, wet, windy May day. Five years later, and still there <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5802841">NB4943 : Weary worker still by the B895 near Griais, Isle of Lewis</a>.
Weary worker by the B895
In fact just a boulder dressed up with helmet and overalls. A bit of light relief in this moorland landscape on a cold, wet, windy May day. Five years later, and still there NB4943 : Weary worker still by the B895 near Griais, Isle of Lewis.
Moorland on the flanks of Beinn Iobheir An uninspiring view of the Lewis landscape on a cold, wet, windy day.
Moorland on the flanks of Beinn Iobheir
An uninspiring view of the Lewis landscape on a cold, wet, windy day.
Gravestones galore In the cemetery at Griais.
Gravestones galore
In the cemetery at Griais.
Griais Cemetery A light covering of snow over the cemetery.
Griais Cemetery
A light covering of snow over the cemetery.
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Sgeireag Fhas is located at Grid Ref: NB5041 (Lat: 58.294485, Lng: -6.2532793)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///obstruction.bleaching.stardom. Near North Tolsta, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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