Àird Uig

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Àird Uig

Stacanan Neideaclibh Looking out from the shore at Aird Uig on the island of Lewis towards Stacanan Neideaclibh — Stacanan Neideaclibh Credit: Steve Houldsworth

Àird Uig is a small coastal village located in the Ross-shire region of the Scottish Highlands. Situated on the northwestern coast of the Isle of Lewis, Àird Uig is surrounded by stunning natural beauty and offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village is characterized by its rugged coastline, with steep cliffs and sandy beaches that provide breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The area is known for its diverse wildlife, including seals, otters, and various species of birds, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Despite its remote location, Àird Uig is well-connected to other parts of the island. The nearby village of Uig is just a short drive away, offering amenities such as shops, restaurants, and a ferry terminal that connects Àird Uig to the mainland.

Historically, Àird Uig was a traditional crofting community, with agriculture and fishing being the primary sources of livelihood for the locals. Today, while crofting still plays a role in the community, tourism has become an increasingly important industry, attracting visitors who come to explore the rugged landscapes, engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, or simply enjoy the tranquility of the area.

With its stunning natural surroundings and rich cultural heritage, Àird Uig offers a unique experience for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

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Àird Uig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.231411/-7.0285879 or Grid Reference NB0437. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stacanan Neideaclibh

Looking out from the shore at Aird Uig on the island of Lewis towards Stacanan Neideaclibh

Steve Houldsworth

The bay at Aird Uig

Looking along the path towards the beach at Aird Uig on the island of Lewis with the stream visible off to the right.

Steve Houldsworth

Shingle Beach Aird Uig

Looking across the shingle beach at Aird Uig on the island of Lewis.

Steve Houldsworth

Loch Deireadh Banaig

Failed to catch fish from here and saw none, but beautifully remote. Not sure of name translation, the "last white loch"?

Simon Bonney

Peat beach at western end of Loch Deireadh Banaig

Simon Bonney

Peat hags

Stay up slope as much as you can to avoid walking through this "moonscape". A line from the end of Loch Deireadh Banaig to Rubha Mor should avoid the worst but not all, tough walking!

Simon Bonney

Gallan Beag, Isle of Lewis

Gallan Beag is the rock offshore.

Claire Pegrum

Former military camp with radar station, Ãird Uig

Mick Garratt

Loch a' Rubha Chaoil

Apparently this was stocked with trout for servicemen to fish for when it was a RAF station, the end has a small dam to raise the level. I think the fish have long gone, nothing came to my fly anyway! No obvious spawning areas.

Simon Bonney

Gallan Head and Sgeir Gallan

Simon Bonney

Bogha na Lic of Gallan Head

Bogha na Lic is the projecting point of An Gallan Uigeach - Gallan Head, and is the sloping rocky promontory catching the sun towards the left of the photo. Either side are deep embayments hiding caves to attract sea kayakers. Unfortunately, although the sea doesn't look rough, there was a long swell, making close approach a bit too dangerous. Round the corner on the sheltered side towards Aird Uig, and along the coast towards Bhaltos there are plenty more, most of which we were able to get into later in the day.

Andy Waddington

Geodh'an Da Dhoirus

There are a series of impressive sea caves along the eastern (sheltered) side of Gallan Head, and despite a lot of swell on the exposed side of the headland, it was calm enough to enter most of these. In the case of this one, the back of the cave has broken through to another Geodh, allowing a large collapse and plenty of light to enter from above. There's no exit by boat (and no easy exit on foot) at the back, but at least it is better for photography than the usual deep dark recesses - and there's plenty of room to turn round.

Andy Waddington