Big Isle

Island in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Big Isle

Portpatrick Bowling Green Taken from near the Clubhouse — Portpatrick Bowling Green Credit: Mrs W J Sutherland

Big Isle is a small island located on the west coast of Scotland in Wigtownshire, within the Dumfries and Galloway region. With an area of approximately 1.5 square kilometers, it is the largest of the Isle of Whithorn group of islands. The island is situated just off the coast, about 500 meters from the mainland, and is separated by a narrow channel known as the Big Water.

Big Isle is mostly uninhabited, with no permanent residents. It is known for its rugged terrain, characterized by steep cliffs and rocky shores. The island is covered in grassy slopes and heather, offering a picturesque landscape for visitors.

Access to Big Isle is only possible by boat, and there are no designated landing points. However, the island is a popular destination for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts due to its diverse avian population. Species such as puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and fulmars can be observed nesting along the cliffs, making it a haven for birdlife.

In addition to its natural beauty, Big Isle also holds historical significance. The remains of a medieval chapel dedicated to St. Ninian can be found on the island, dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to be associated with St. Ninian's priory on the nearby Isle of Whithorn.

Overall, Big Isle offers a unique experience for those seeking tranquility, natural beauty, and a glimpse into Scotland's rich history.

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Big Isle Images

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Portpatrick Bowling Green Taken from near the Clubhouse

Portpatrick Bowling Green

Taken from near the Clubhouse

Mrs W J Sutherland

Derelict radio station Becoming more derelict over the years.

Derelict radio station

Becoming more derelict over the years.

Mrs W J Sutherland

Portpatrick From the coast path to the north west, the start of the Southern Upland Way to Cockburnspath on the east coast.

Portpatrick

From the coast path to the north west, the start of the Southern Upland Way to Cockburnspath on the east coast.

Andy Stephenson

A tribute to the Lifeboatmen of Portpatrick This is in memory of the Lifeboatmen of Portpatrick who, in January 1953, risked their lives to save the passengers and crew of the BR/S Princess Victoria during The Great Storm.

A tribute to the Lifeboatmen of Portpatrick

This is in memory of the Lifeboatmen of Portpatrick who, in January 1953, risked their lives to save the passengers and crew of the BR/S Princess Victoria during The Great Storm.

Car park at south end of Portpatrick Harbour Car park at south end of Portpatrick Harbour.

Car park at south end of Portpatrick Harbour

Car park at south end of Portpatrick Harbour.

Portpatrick This is a panoramic view on Portpatrick. Four pictures were used for this view and were stitched together using Panavue.

Portpatrick

This is a panoramic view on Portpatrick. Four pictures were used for this view and were stitched together using Panavue.

Port Patrick Hotel Taken from the old Harbour in Portpatrick up towards the hotel

Port Patrick Hotel

Taken from the old Harbour in Portpatrick up towards the hotel

Portpatrick Harbour My yacht &#039;Makushla&#039; is the large yacht moored against the wall with the smaller one rafted against it.

Portpatrick Harbour

My yacht 'Makushla' is the large yacht moored against the wall with the smaller one rafted against it.

Christopher Bruce

Portpatrick Waterfront Hotel

Portpatrick Waterfront Hotel

Portpatrick Harbour

Portpatrick Harbour

View from Portpatrick

View from Portpatrick

The Portpatrick Hotel The hotel in the picture dominates the village of Portpatrick, and is The Portpatrick Hotel. It is late Victorian and is now owned by the Wallace Arnold Shearings Group.

The Portpatrick Hotel

The hotel in the picture dominates the village of Portpatrick, and is The Portpatrick Hotel. It is late Victorian and is now owned by the Wallace Arnold Shearings Group.

Portpatrick waterfront

Portpatrick waterfront

The south side of Portpatrick Harbour

The south side of Portpatrick Harbour

The Inner Harbour breakwater The breakwater connects the mainland [visible right] with a natural rock islet in the harbour, creating a totally sheltered &#039;arm&#039; of the harbour.

The Inner Harbour breakwater

The breakwater connects the mainland [visible right] with a natural rock islet in the harbour, creating a totally sheltered 'arm' of the harbour.

Portpatrick waterfront, looking north And there&#039;s that hotel again, overlooking everything.....

Portpatrick waterfront, looking north

And there's that hotel again, overlooking everything.....

Blair Terrace, Portpatrick A street of many bed &amp; breakfast establishments.

Blair Terrace, Portpatrick

A street of many bed & breakfast establishments.

Portpatrick Harbour entrance Looking south.

Portpatrick Harbour entrance

Looking south.

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Big Isle is located at Grid Ref: NX0053 (Lat: 54.834489, Lng: -5.109172)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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