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Miavaig

Settlement in Ross-shire

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Miavaig

A slipway in Loch Miabhaig
A slipway in Loch Miabhaig Credit: Alan Reid

Miavaig is a small village located on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. It is situated in the historic county of Ross-shire. With a population of around 150 people, Miavaig is a close-knit community that offers a tranquil and picturesque setting.

The village is nestled on the northwest coast of the island, overlooking Loch Roag. Surrounded by rugged hills and stunning landscapes, Miavaig is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is renowned for its pristine beaches, such as Uig Sands, which attract visitors from far and wide.

Miavaig boasts a rich cultural heritage, deeply rooted in the Gaelic traditions of the region. The village is home to a number of traditional crofting communities, where locals continue to engage in traditional agricultural practices. Visitors can experience the unique way of life in the village and learn about the history and customs of the area.

Despite its small size, Miavaig offers basic amenities for residents and visitors alike. There is a local shop where essential supplies can be bought, and a community hall that serves as a hub for social gatherings and events. The village also has a small pier, providing access to the surrounding waters for fishing and boating enthusiasts.

Overall, Miavaig is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic retreat for those seeking a rural getaway. Its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and sense of community make it a hidden gem in the stunning landscape of Ross-shire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.197772/-6.9717475 or Grid Reference NB0834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A slipway in Loch Miabhaig
A slipway in Loch Miabhaig
A slipway in Loch Miabhaig
A slipway in Loch Miabhaig
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 1 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. This is taken from the col at the top of the glen, looking down along the B8011 road which now occupies it.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 1
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. This is taken from the col at the top of the glen, looking down along the B8011 road which now occupies it.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 2 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. However the upper part of the glen follows a more sinuous course. The single-track B8011 road with passing places now winds through the glen.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 2
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. However the upper part of the glen follows a more sinuous course. The single-track B8011 road with passing places now winds through the glen.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 3 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. A classic and diagnostic feature of a meltwater channels is that it contains a stream much too small to have carved it in the first place.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 3
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. A classic and diagnostic feature of a meltwater channels is that it contains a stream much too small to have carved it in the first place.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 4 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 4
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 5 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. Following several wet days, a waterfall is draining the moor above.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 5
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. Following several wet days, a waterfall is draining the moor above.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 6 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. At this point, the glen steps down from its winding upper course through a rock fall to the much straighter lower course.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 6
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. At this point, the glen steps down from its winding upper course through a rock fall to the much straighter lower course.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 7 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. From this point, the glen follows the straight line of the fault. The classic and diagnostic feature of a meltwater channel, well seen in this view, is that the stream it contains is too small to have carved it in the first place.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 7
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. From this point, the glen follows the straight line of the fault. The classic and diagnostic feature of a meltwater channel, well seen in this view, is that the stream it contains is too small to have carved it in the first place.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 7 Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks.
Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 7
Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks.
Name That Tune This cheerful accordionist stands just inside a field by the cattle grid on the B8011 north of Cairisiadar. The label at his feet reads 'Name That Tune'.
Name That Tune
This cheerful accordionist stands just inside a field by the cattle grid on the B8011 north of Cairisiadar. The label at his feet reads 'Name That Tune'.
Cairisiadar (Carishader) Though the B8011 has been much improved, there are still some single-track stretches, notably where it crosses narrow bridges which have not been rebuilt, as here at Cairisiadar.
Cairisiadar (Carishader)
Though the B8011 has been much improved, there are still some single-track stretches, notably where it crosses narrow bridges which have not been rebuilt, as here at Cairisiadar.
Miabhaig harbour pontoon View from RIB afloat to pontoon at Miabhaig, Ceann A Tuath Na Hearadh (North Harris). Compare to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/575251">NB0934 : Miabhaig Jetty</a> taken by Dave Fergusson on 1 Oct 2007.
Miabhaig harbour pontoon
View from RIB afloat to pontoon at Miabhaig, Ceann A Tuath Na Hearadh (North Harris). Compare to NB0934 : Miabhaig Jetty taken by Dave Fergusson on 1 Oct 2007.
If you are ever up this way... RIB moored alongside Miabhaig pontoon <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2429707">NB0934 : Miabhaig harbour pontoon</a> on Ceann A Tuath Na Hearadah (North Harris) from which we enjoyed a great trip. (No financial benefit in anyway to me from posting this; simply a community service.)
If you are ever up this way...
RIB moored alongside Miabhaig pontoon NB0934 : Miabhaig harbour pontoon on Ceann A Tuath Na Hearadah (North Harris) from which we enjoyed a great trip. (No financial benefit in anyway to me from posting this; simply a community service.)
Join the Band Name That Tune and take a seat to have your photograph taken with the band at Carishader / Cairisiadar. Maybe it's Heather and Pete playing the field.
Join the Band
Name That Tune and take a seat to have your photograph taken with the band at Carishader / Cairisiadar. Maybe it's Heather and Pete playing the field.
Sheep Pens at Carishader One of many roadside pens on Lewis where sheep farming is a major agricultural industry.
Sheep Pens at Carishader
One of many roadside pens on Lewis where sheep farming is a major agricultural industry.
Carishader / Cairisiadar Elongated roadside crofting community on the shore of Loch Rog.
Carishader / Cairisiadar
Elongated roadside crofting community on the shore of Loch Rog.
Pontoon at Miabhaig Where Seatrek offer a variety of adventurous seaborne trips around Lewis and Harris as well as to distant St Kilda. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.seatrek.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.seatrek.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Pontoon at Miabhaig
Where Seatrek offer a variety of adventurous seaborne trips around Lewis and Harris as well as to distant St Kilda. LinkExternal link
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Miavaig is located at Grid Ref: NB0834 (Lat: 58.197772, Lng: -6.9717475)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

Also known as: Miabhaig

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Located within 500m of 58.197772,-6.9717475
Beinn Miabhaig
Ele: 142
Name En: Ben Miavaig
Name Gd: Beinn Miabhaig
Natural: peak
Source: OS7
Lat/Long: 58.1971418/-6.9731194
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