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Sgeir Bheag Gigalum

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Sgeir Bheag Gigalum

Buoy marking the skerry at Sgeir a' Caolas
Buoy marking the skerry at Sgeir a' Caolas Credit: John Ferguson

Sgeir Bheag Gigalum is a small uninhabited island located off the coast of Argyllshire, in the western region of Scotland. With an area of approximately 0.2 hectares, the island is situated in the picturesque Sound of Jura, between the Isle of Jura and the mainland.

The island gets its name from the Gaelic language, where "Sgeir Bheag" means "small skerry" and "Gigalum" refers to the nearby bay. Accessible only by boat, Sgeir Bheag Gigalum is a rugged and rocky island, characterized by its barren landscape and exposed cliffs.

Despite its small size, the island is home to a wide variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors can often observe colonies of seabirds nesting on the cliffs, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. Additionally, the surrounding waters are known for their diverse marine life, with seals and dolphins occasionally spotted in the area.

Due to its remote location and lack of amenities, Sgeir Bheag Gigalum is not suitable for overnight stays or extended visits. However, it offers a unique opportunity to experience the untamed beauty of Scotland's coastline and provides a tranquil retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In conclusion, Sgeir Bheag Gigalum is a small, uninhabited island in Argyllshire known for its rugged landscape, diverse birdlife, and picturesque location in the Sound of Jura.

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Sgeir Bheag Gigalum Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.652191/-5.7256229 or Grid Reference NR6546. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Buoy marking the skerry at Sgeir a' Caolas
Buoy marking the skerry at Sgeir a' Caolas
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.
Buoy marking Sgeir a' Caolas taken from the Gigha Ferry
Buoy marking Sgeir a' Caolas taken from the Gigha Ferry
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.
Cottages Isle of Gigha, North Druimachro Isle of Gigha, North Druimachro
Cottages Isle of Gigha, North Druimachro
Isle of Gigha, North Druimachro
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.
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Sgeir Bheag Gigalum is located at Grid Ref: NR6546 (Lat: 55.652191, Lng: -5.7256229)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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