Àird Mhìghe

Settlement in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Àird Mhìghe

Rocky landscape Much of the Harris landscape consists of exposed bedrock. This view is over a minor road from Aird Mhighe towards the main road, the A859. — Rocky landscape Credit: Richard Dorrell

Àird Mhìghe is a small village located in the rural area of Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated near the western shore of Loch Ness, the village offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the iconic Loch Ness itself. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, lush greenery, and the occasional cluster of trees.

The village of Àird Mhìghe is home to a tight-knit community of residents who take pride in their picturesque surroundings and traditional way of life. The local economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with many residents working in farming or related industries. There are also a few small businesses in the village, such as a local pub and a small convenience store.

Visitors to Àird Mhìghe can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching in the surrounding area. The village is also a popular destination for tourists looking to explore the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and perhaps catch a glimpse of the legendary Loch Ness monster. Overall, Àird Mhìghe offers a tranquil and idyllic retreat for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Àird Mhìghe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.832579/-6.8591639 or Grid Reference NG1192. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rocky landscape Much of the Harris landscape consists of exposed bedrock. This view is over a minor road from Aird Mhighe towards the main road, the A859.

Rocky landscape

Much of the Harris landscape consists of exposed bedrock. This view is over a minor road from Aird Mhighe towards the main road, the A859.

Richard Dorrell

Landscape of Harris

Landscape of Harris

Bus Shelter The bus shelter is above the turning to Liceasto. I was pleasantly surprised to find a timetable suggesting that there are six buses a day from Roghadal via here to Tarbert.

Bus Shelter

The bus shelter is above the turning to Liceasto. I was pleasantly surprised to find a timetable suggesting that there are six buses a day from Roghadal via here to Tarbert.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r The name means &#039;head of the big bay&#039;; the &#039;big bay&#039; seems to be Loch Stockinish.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r

The name means 'head of the big bay'; the 'big bay' seems to be Loch Stockinish.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r The sea-loch in the foreground is the &#039;head of the big bay&#039; but the rock face appears not to have a name of its own.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r

The sea-loch in the foreground is the 'head of the big bay' but the rock face appears not to have a name of its own.

Leac a' Li across Ob Liath Leac a&#039; Li or Lackalee is on the shore of Loch Stockinish, and the head of the loch is Ob Liath, the &#039;grey bay&#039;.

Leac a' Li across Ob Liath

Leac a' Li or Lackalee is on the shore of Loch Stockinish, and the head of the loch is Ob Liath, the 'grey bay'.

Unnamed Inlet The map suggests that this inlet dries at low tide. It opens into Ob Liath, and then into Loch Stocanais.

Unnamed Inlet

The map suggests that this inlet dries at low tide. It opens into Ob Liath, and then into Loch Stocanais.

Landlocked Inlet This inlet of the sea near Àird Mhìghe is almost completely landlocked.

Landlocked Inlet

This inlet of the sea near Àird Mhìghe is almost completely landlocked.

The road to Liceasto/Lickisto One of several turnings off into the rocky landscape of the Golden Road area of Harris.

The road to Liceasto/Lickisto

One of several turnings off into the rocky landscape of the Golden Road area of Harris.

Lickisto and Ãird MhÃ¬ghe With a tent of Lickisto Blackhouse Camping in the dip in the foreground.

Lickisto and Ãird MhÃ¬ghe

With a tent of Lickisto Blackhouse Camping in the dip in the foreground.

Bus stop at Liceasto/Lickisto With facilities.

Bus stop at Liceasto/Lickisto

With facilities.

At Ceann a' Bhaigh

At Ceann a' Bhaigh

Loch Glumradh Mor

Loch Glumradh Mor

Loch Airigh Iain Oig

Loch Airigh Iain Oig

Lochan by the summit of Stoicleit an Ear

Lochan by the summit of Stoicleit an Ear

Road guide post at Aird MhÃ¬ghe

Road guide post at Aird MhÃ¬ghe

New bridge on the Golden Road

New bridge on the Golden Road

Loch Stocinis from near Aird Mighe, Isle of Harris

Loch Stocinis from near Aird Mighe, Isle of Harris

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Àird Mhìghe is located at Grid Ref: NG1192 (Lat: 57.832579, Lng: -6.8591639)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///part.agency.tickles. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

Nearby Locations

Ardvey Àird Mhìghe Loch na Craobhaig

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