Skeabost

Settlement in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Skeabost

Bernisdale junction Looking north - a minor road junction off the A850. — Bernisdale junction Credit: Richard Dorrell

Skeabost is a small village located in the county of Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated on the Isle of Skye, near the east coast of the island. The village is known for its picturesque surroundings and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village is nestled along the banks of the River Snizort, which offers stunning views and opportunities for fishing and boating. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, lush greenery, and beautiful wildlife. Visitors to Skeabost can enjoy scenic walks and hikes, taking in the stunning vistas and perhaps catching a glimpse of local wildlife such as deer, otters, or a variety of bird species.

One of the notable landmarks in Skeabost is the Skeabost Bridge, an impressive stone bridge that spans the River Snizort. It is a popular spot for photography enthusiasts and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside.

Despite its small size, Skeabost offers a range of amenities for visitors. There is a hotel and restaurant that provides accommodation and dining options for those staying in the area. Additionally, there are a few shops and cafes where visitors can purchase local goods and enjoy a cup of coffee.

Overall, Skeabost is a charming village that offers a serene and picturesque environment for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Skeabost Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.457063/-6.3265869 or Grid Reference NG4049. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bernisdale junction

Looking north - a minor road junction off the A850.

Richard Dorrell

Old Milestone in Bernisdale, Portree parish

Highland granite by the UC road (old A850), in parish of Portree (District), Bernisdale, just North of short connecting road to the A850, by low wall just North of large outbuilding at Veterinary Practice, East side of road. Inscription once read:- : (Portree / 7¼) : : (Tayinlone / 3) : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: HI_SKPODV07

Milestone Society

Bernisdale

Bernisdale is a crofting township of many scattered dwellings, with its single-track access road now by-passed by the modern two-way A850.

Richard Dorrell

Treaslane River

The Allt Dearg and the Maraig Burn join close to here to become the Treaslane River, which flows north to meet the sea in Loch Snizort Beag.

Richard Dorrell

Allt Dearg

Looking upstream, the river is here flowing out from a deep narrow gorge. A little downstream it is joined by the Maraig Burn and becomes the Treaslane River.

Richard Dorrell

Gorge of the Allt Dearg

Completely unseen from above, the river flows through a straight and deep narrow gorge for almost a kilometre just here. (See NG3849 : Allt Dearg gorge ). In stark contrast the heather moorland above, the shelter of the gorge allows the growth of a small woodland of trees, mostly Rowan and Birch. The gorge will also be a haven for a plethora of lichens and bryophytes.

Richard Dorrell

Gorge of the Allt Dearg

The river drops over a small waterfall within the sheer sided gorge just here - unfortunately hidden from view by the bracken.

Richard Dorrell

Fence above the gorge

The dense foliage is the tops of trees growing in the almost sheer sided gorge of Allt Dearg. (See also NG3849 : Allt Dearg gorge and NG3850 : Gorge of the Allt Dearg ).It is not unusual for such gorges to be fenced to prevent wandering sheep and cattle from tumbling to their deaths. Just here however, a small section of older fence is in poor condition and would not be stock-proof.

Richard Dorrell

Bernisdale towards Tote

Douglas Nelson

Defibrillator box, Bernisdale

The former telephone box NG3950 : Phone Box at Bernisdale has been repurposed to house one of the many defibrillators being placed around the island.

John Allan

St Columba's Isle

St. Columba is much better known for his association with the island of Iona, but this site on an island in the River Snizort is where he founded the cathedral of the bishops of the Isles. This was the centre of Christianity in the Hebrides from 1079 to 1498. There are obvious ruins of two small buildings, and the outlines of others can be traced. The island is peppered with graves, ranging in age from the 11th century to the 1960s. Many of them have legible inscriptions, and a few others have plaques showing transcriptions. A footbridge - constructed in 1990 by the Officers Training Corps of Edinburgh and Herriot-Watt Universities - crosses the narrower branch of the river and gives access to the island. It can be seen cutting through the trees at the right side of the picture.

John Allan

Mouth of the River Snizort

Looking along the River Snizort to where it reaches the sea at the head of Loch Snizort Beag. To the left can be seen the A850 heading towards Dunvegan. Between the road and the river is the nine-hole golf course of the Skeabost House Hotel, which is itself the white building just visible at the far end of the golf course. The houses on the far shore of the sea loch are in Bernisdale.

John Allan