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Shillay
Shillay — island in Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–12 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Shillay is an island located in the Scottish Highlands at coordinates 57.8022° N latitude and -7.2542° W longitude. There is no nearest railway station or postcode available for this remote location. Entry to the island is free.
About
Shillay is a island in the United Kingdom. Part of Outer Hebrides. Wikidata describes it as: "island in Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 57.8022°, -7.2542°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Shillay (Scottish Gaelic: Siolaigh) is an uninhabited island which lies 2 km north of Pabbay in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. The name is derived from the Norse selr-øy meaning seal island and is a Scottish Wildlife Trust reserve owing to its international importance for breeding grey seals. There is no record or evidence that it has ever seen human habitation.
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- Coordinates
- 57.8022, -7.2542
Sources
- wikidata: Q1917838 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Shillay (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Shillay from the south - geograph-2557921.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 2Beaches · Scottish Islands
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Where to eat & stay near Shillay
Places to stay
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West Harris Trust Camping Spot
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📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Traigh Horgabost Campsite
Traigh Horgabost Campsite — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Islands
Hamersay House
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Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Islands
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Flagship📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shillay?
- Shillay is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Shillay?
- Shillay — island in Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Shillay?
- Its coordinates are 57.8022°, -7.2542°.
- Is Shillay free to visit?
- Yes, Shillay is free to enter.