Shieldaig
United Kingdom
We then leave Applecross and begin our return journey to Inverness, with a relaxing drive along the banks of Loch Torridon, and through the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve. This nature reserve is one of the oldest in Britain and is home to plenty of wildlife; you may even spot a golden eagle! Travelling on, our Applecross tour will make brief stops at the villages of Shieldaig and Kinlochewe on our way back to Inverness. Shieldaig is a small fishing village founded in 1800 and takes its name from the Viking word síld-vík which means “Herring Bay”.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Shieldaig, a village that many consider to be one of the most picturesque in all of Scotland. Its name is derived from the Old Norse 'Sild-vik,' meaning 'Herring Bay,' a linguistic fossil from the time of Viking…
Listen in the app2Shieldaig Island — A Natural Sanctuary
Lying just offshore, Shieldaig Island is perhaps the most distinctive feature of the village's coastal view. This island is a rare remnant of what much of the Highlands once looked like, covered in a dense forest of Scots Pine. …
Listen in the app3The Peninsula Walk
For those who wish to experience the landscape on foot, the Shieldaig Peninsula Walk is an unmissable experience. This trail begins at the northern end of the village and leads out onto the headland that separates Loch Shieldaig…
Listen in the app4The Village Waterfront and Architecture
Shieldaig's main street is a masterclass in traditional Highland village planning. The houses are arranged in a single row, ensuring that every resident has an unobstructed view of the water—a design that reflects the village's…
Listen in the app5Shieldaig Outdoor Adventures
In recent years, Shieldaig has become a hub for outdoor enthusiasts, thanks in large part to its spectacular location and the passion of local guides. From the harbor, you can embark on kayaking expeditions that explore the…
Listen in the app6Geology of the Torridonian Sandstone
To understand the dramatic shapes of the mountains surrounding Shieldaig, we must look to the deep time of geology. The village sits in a landscape dominated by Torridonian sandstone, a sedimentary rock that is over a billion…
Listen in the app7Legends and the Wizard Cassan Bod
Like many Highland villages, Shieldaig is steeped in folklore and legends that add a layer of mystery to the landscape. One of the most local and eerie tales involves a dark wizard or 'evil spirit' named Cassan Bod. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As the sun sets over Loch Shieldaig, casting long shadows across the white cottages and the ancient pines of the island, one cannot help but be moved by the tranquility of this place. We have explored the natural sanctuary of…
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What is Shieldaig?
Shieldaig is a place in United Kingdom with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 57.5218, -5.6515 |
| Last updated |