Borgh

Settlement in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Borgh

Stubble fields, Berneray Credit: Hugh Venables

Borgh is a small settlement located in the Inverness-shire region of Scotland. Situated on the west coast, it is nestled between the scenic hills and the tranquil waters of Loch Borgh. The village is part of the Highland Council area, known for its picturesque landscapes and rich history.

Borgh is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 200 residents. The village offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a quiet retreat from the bustling city life. Its remote location ensures privacy and seclusion, making it a popular choice among nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The surrounding area boasts breathtaking natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green valleys, and stunning views of the loch. The landscape provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and bird-watching. Loch Borgh itself is a haven for anglers, offering a variety of fish species including salmon and trout.

While Borgh is a small settlement, it does have some amenities to cater to its residents and visitors. These include a local pub, a small convenience store, and a post office. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the nearby town of Kyle of Lochalsh is within easy reach.

Overall, Borgh offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway amidst the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Borgh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.711152/-7.1779229 or Grid Reference NF9180. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stubble fields, Berneray

Hugh Venables

Machair on Berneray

Hugh Venables

Track across the machair

The machair on Berneray is as fine as anywhere along the Western Isles. The colours are mostly white and yellow from daisies, clover and buttercups, whilst the clover fills the air with a sweet perfume.

Gordon Hatton

The Berneray Ferry Terminal

A view of the Berneray Ferry terminal taken from the adjacent causeway. The Calmac Ferry 'Loch Portain' can be seen moored at the slipway.

Mr S Mudgey

Approaching Berneray/Bearnaraigh

Sandy Gerrard

Berneray Pier

Seen from the deck of MV 'Lochportain'.

Anne Burgess

Eilean Fuam

The last skerry that the Sound of Harris ferry needs to avoid before docking in Berneray.

Anne Burgess

Berneray Causeway

The construction of the causeway linking the island to North Uist in the 1990s made life much easier for the human residents of Berneray, but possibly not for the otter population.

Anne Burgess

Berneray Causeway

The causeway linking the island of Berneray to North Uist was officially opened in 1998. See Link

for details.

Anne Burgess

Commemorative Plaque

The plaque is self-explanatory, though I am a little surprised to see that it gives HRH his English title rather than his Scottish one, Duke of Rothesay.

Anne Burgess

MV 'Lochportain' at Berneray

The ferry from Leverburgh is just approaching the slipway at Aird Ma-Ruibhe on Berneray.

Anne Burgess

A Deluge

I was enjoying wandering about with the camera when it began to rain, and I barely made it back to the shelter of the car before the heavens opened, threatening to drown me and anyone else out in it. This was the view through the windscreen as I waited to board the Sound of Harris ferry.

Anne Burgess

Cattle grazing

Grassland with cattle grazing.

Mat Tuck

New house above Loch Bhrusda on Berneray

At the junction with the track to Trealigarry (or in Gaelic as displayed on the road sign). The Sound of Pabbay and Pabbay lie beyond the coastline of Berneray.

Julian Paren