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Sgeir Leathan

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Sgeir Leathan

Pier at the southern end of the road on the Isle of Gigha The small Gigalum Island can be seen beyond the end of the pier with the Kintyre Peninsula behind Gigalum.
Pier at the southern end of the road on the Isle of Gigha Credit: G Laird

Sgeir Leathan is a small uninhabited island located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is situated in the Firth of Lorn, approximately 2.5 kilometers northwest of the Isle of Lismore. The island covers an area of around 20 hectares and is mostly composed of rugged rocky terrain with sparse vegetation.

The name "Sgeir Leathan" translates to "broad skerry" in Gaelic, which accurately describes the island's shape. It is an exposed and isolated landmass, surrounded by the open waters of the Firth of Lorn. Due to its location, it is often subjected to strong currents and tidal flows.

The island is a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers. It serves as an important breeding ground and sanctuary for various seabird species, including guillemots, razorbills, and puffins. The surrounding waters also attract seals and occasionally dolphins and porpoises.

Access to Sgeir Leathan is challenging, as there are no regular ferry services or designated landing points. It is primarily visited by private boat owners and organized wildlife tours. Visitors are advised to take precautions and be mindful of the unpredictable weather conditions and the potentially treacherous sea.

Sgeir Leathan offers a unique opportunity to experience the raw beauty of Scotland's coastal wilderness. Its rugged landscape, abundant wildlife, and remote location make it an intriguing destination for those seeking an adventure off the beaten path.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.646037/-5.7522759 or Grid Reference NR6345. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pier at the southern end of the road on the Isle of Gigha The small Gigalum Island can be seen beyond the end of the pier with the Kintyre Peninsula behind Gigalum.
Pier at the southern end of the road on the Isle of Gigha
The small Gigalum Island can be seen beyond the end of the pier with the Kintyre Peninsula behind Gigalum.
View from the South Pier, Gigha The shallow bays of the southern part of Gigha fringed by white sand beaches.
View from the South Pier, Gigha
The shallow bays of the southern part of Gigha fringed by white sand beaches.
Grob Bagh Beach, Isle of Gigha Quartz outcrop on Grob Bagh Beach, Isle of Gigha
Grob Bagh Beach, Isle of Gigha
Quartz outcrop on Grob Bagh Beach, Isle of Gigha
Wall bordering road and field, Isle of Gigha Taken at the South of the Isle of Gigha, Cara Island visible in the far distance.
Wall bordering road and field, Isle of Gigha
Taken at the South of the Isle of Gigha, Cara Island visible in the far distance.
Fishing creels and other paraphernalia At the head of the pier.
Fishing creels and other paraphernalia
At the head of the pier.
South Druimachro The farm stands on a ridge above its fields.
South Druimachro
The farm stands on a ridge above its fields.
Port na Carraigh A small sandy beach at the south end of the road on the Isle of Gigha.
Port na Carraigh
A small sandy beach at the south end of the road on the Isle of Gigha.
Rocky Shore The shore east of Port na Carraigh. In the distance is the island of Cara.
Rocky Shore
The shore east of Port na Carraigh. In the distance is the island of Cara.
Building Work Work in progress near Tigh Creagach.
Building Work
Work in progress near Tigh Creagach.
Pier at Port Meadhonach Various fishing gear stored at the pierhead building.
Pier at Port Meadhonach
Various fishing gear stored at the pierhead building.
Landing Strip With binoculars, we could see that the notice board gives information about the airstrip shown on the map, but we could not read the information, and there seems to be no access to it.
Landing Strip
With binoculars, we could see that the notice board gives information about the airstrip shown on the map, but we could not read the information, and there seems to be no access to it.
West Drumachro A new house seems to have replaced the older one shown on the maps. Beyond it are two of Gigha's wind turbines.
West Drumachro
A new house seems to have replaced the older one shown on the maps. Beyond it are two of Gigha's wind turbines.
Achamore House Lodge Dating from 1895, it is a Category B Listed building.
Achamore House Lodge
Dating from 1895, it is a Category B Listed building.
Pier at Port Meadhonach According to the notice the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry overnights here, there being no facility to moor or tie it up alongside a quay at the slipway.
Pier at Port Meadhonach
According to the notice the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry overnights here, there being no facility to moor or tie it up alongside a quay at the slipway.
Ganway at South Pier Presumably the means for the crew to disembark when the ferry is moored here overnight. In the background is the island of Cara.
Ganway at South Pier
Presumably the means for the crew to disembark when the ferry is moored here overnight. In the background is the island of Cara.
South Pier Looking towards the land from the end of the pier.
South Pier
Looking towards the land from the end of the pier.
Running repairs Inspecting what appears to be a rotary cutter in a field being cut for hay or silage.
Running repairs
Inspecting what appears to be a rotary cutter in a field being cut for hay or silage.
Windfarm information Electronic information board by the three wind turbines on Gigha. There is a continuous readout of wind speed, direction, power generation etc. The use of these second hand turbines appears a sensible one for an island community, so much better than covering vast areas of the Highlands in unsightly and uneconomic windfarms.
Windfarm information
Electronic information board by the three wind turbines on Gigha. There is a continuous readout of wind speed, direction, power generation etc. The use of these second hand turbines appears a sensible one for an island community, so much better than covering vast areas of the Highlands in unsightly and uneconomic windfarms.
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Sgeir Leathan is located at Grid Ref: NR6345 (Lat: 55.646037, Lng: -5.7522759)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///typical.imitate.swooning. Near Craighouse, Argyll & Bute

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