Clashaidy

Settlement in Sutherland

Scotland

Clashaidy

Twisted rocks at Aird Torrisdale
Twisted rocks at Aird Torrisdale Credit: Alan Reid

Clashaidy is a small village located in the county of Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands. Situated in the northernmost part of mainland Scotland, Clashaidy is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, including rolling hills, lush green fields, and breathtaking views of the nearby mountains.

With a population of around 200 people, Clashaidy is a tight-knit community known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. The village is characterized by traditional Scottish architecture, with quaint stone cottages and charming houses dotting the streets. The local economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, with many residents working in farming or providing services to visitors.

Clashaidy offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The village is surrounded by numerous hiking trails, providing ample opportunities for exploring the stunning Scottish countryside. The nearby Clashaidy Loch is a great spot for fishing, boating, and birdwatching, with a variety of bird species calling the area home.

The village also boasts a sense of community spirit, with various events and activities organized throughout the year. The Clashaidy Community Center serves as a hub for social gatherings, hosting everything from local fairs to cultural events. The village's primary school plays a central role in the community, providing education to the local children and fostering a sense of unity among families.

Overall, Clashaidy offers a tranquil and scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, with its natural beauty and tight-knit community making it a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands.

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Clashaidy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.539432/-4.2967412 or Grid Reference NC6663. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Twisted rocks at Aird Torrisdale
Twisted rocks at Aird Torrisdale
Coastal cliffs at Aird Torrisdale The distant sandy beach is on Neave, an island off Skerray.
Coastal cliffs at Aird Torrisdale
The distant sandy beach is on Neave, an island off Skerray.
Coastal erosion at Aird Torrisdale A large rock slip, but how long ago did it occur?  Was it the result of an earth tremor or simply the erosive forces of sea and weather?
Coastal erosion at Aird Torrisdale
A large rock slip, but how long ago did it occur? Was it the result of an earth tremor or simply the erosive forces of sea and weather?
Skerray War Memorial Unveiled and dedicated in 1922.
Skerray War Memorial
Unveiled and dedicated in 1922.
Old Store, Skerray The ruin of the old store at Skerray.
Old Store, Skerray
The ruin of the old store at Skerray.
Skerray Post Office Village Post Office in a nicely restored building.
Skerray Post Office
Village Post Office in a nicely restored building.
Postbox at Skerray KW14 32. Royal Mail list this box as 'Skerray'.
Postbox at Skerray
KW14 32. Royal Mail list this box as 'Skerray'.
The hamlet of Skerray Looking south-south-west towards Ben Loyal.
The hamlet of Skerray
Looking south-south-west towards Ben Loyal.
Stac an Fhamhair A small stack, perhaps 15m high, at the east end of Neave (or Coomb) Island, seen across Caol Beag.
Stac an Fhamhair
A small stack, perhaps 15m high, at the east end of Neave (or Coomb) Island, seen across Caol Beag.
Skerray Bay Not a bay I would be very happy to navigate into (although there is, or was, a pier on the far side, just out of shot on the left).

The southern part of Eilean nan Ron is beyond the bay, with a few deserted houses visible.
Skerray Bay
Not a bay I would be very happy to navigate into (although there is, or was, a pier on the far side, just out of shot on the left). The southern part of Eilean nan Ron is beyond the bay, with a few deserted houses visible.
Neave or Coomb Island The central part of the island seen at close range (but still across a gridline!) across Caol Beag.
Neave or Coomb Island
The central part of the island seen at close range (but still across a gridline!) across Caol Beag.
Phonebox near Skerray
Phonebox near Skerray
Stony beach at Skerray
Stony beach at Skerray
Skerray Post Office
Skerray Post Office
Graveyard at Skerray
Graveyard at Skerray
Old jetty in Lamigo Bay The relatively new creel on the rocks indicates that the jetty is still in use, although no boat was visible at this time.
Old jetty in Lamigo Bay
The relatively new creel on the rocks indicates that the jetty is still in use, although no boat was visible at this time.
River Borgie Estuary Viewed from the cemetery, the River Borgie flows out into the Torrisdale Bay.
River Borgie Estuary
Viewed from the cemetery, the River Borgie flows out into the Torrisdale Bay.
Telephone Box & sign Whilst the number of iconic red phone boxes dwindles there are even fewer with the "Telephone " roadside sign.  At Skerray there is also a "Telegraph" sign on the old Post Office.
Telephone Box & sign
Whilst the number of iconic red phone boxes dwindles there are even fewer with the "Telephone " roadside sign. At Skerray there is also a "Telegraph" sign on the old Post Office.
Show me another place!

Clashaidy is located at Grid Ref: NC6663 (Lat: 58.539432, Lng: -4.2967412)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///basically.fades.alcove. Near Altnaharra, Highland

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Skerray
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