Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Loch Shawbost
Loch Shawbost — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Loch Shawbost is a named natural feature in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Loch Shawbost is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Highlands. This body of water is characteristic of the region's rugged landscape and offers a tranquil setting. Visitors can expect scenic views and opportunities for wildlife observation. The loch is part of the area's natural heritage, contributing to the diverse ecology of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 58.3333, -6.6833
- District
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Postcode
- HS2 9BQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Sources
- manual: geonames-2638112 (CC BY 4.0)
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Nearby
📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Islands
Clapper Bridge, North Shawbost, Lewis
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📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Islands
Shawbost Free Church, North Shawbost, Lewis
Shawbost Free Church, North Shawbost, Lewis — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Islands
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📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Eilean Fraoich Camp Site
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📷 5Vineyards · Scottish Islands
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📷 5Where to eat & stay near Loch Shawbost
Places to stay
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Eilean Fraoich Camp Site
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📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Bothag Bhuirgh Camping and Pods
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📷 5Hotels · Scottish Islands
Borve Country House Hotel
Borve Country House Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Tràigh na Beirigh
Tràigh na Beirigh — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Laxdale Holiday Park (overflow) Camping Field
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Laxdale Holiday Park
Laxdale Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 6Historic pubs · Scottish Islands
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Shawbost?
- Loch Shawbost is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode HS2 9BQ).
- What is Loch Shawbost?
- Loch Shawbost — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Loch Shawbost?
- Drivers can use postcode HS2 9BQ.
- How do I get to Loch Shawbost?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HS2 9BQ. It sits within the Na h-Eileanan an Iar parliamentary constituency.