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Shillay
Shillay — westernmost of the Monach Islands (Heisgeir), off North Uist in the 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 latitude 57.5275 and longitude -7.6928. 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: "westernmost of the Monach Islands (Heisgeir), off North Uist in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 57.5275°, -7.6928°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Shillay (Scottish Gaelic: Siolaigh or Seilaigh from the Norse selrey, meaning Seal island) is the westernmost of the Monach Islands (Heisgeir), off North Uist in the Outer Hebrides.
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- Coordinates
- 57.5275, -7.6928
- Official site
- www.scottish.parliament.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q3482102 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Shillay, Monach Islands (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Siolaighhut.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Old Monach Lighthouse
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Cnoc Bharr
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Places to stay
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Ostail Bhaile nan Cailleach
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Shellbay Caravan & Camping Park
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Moorcroft Campsite and Bunkhouse
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shillay?
- Shillay is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Shillay?
- Shillay — westernmost of the Monach Islands (Heisgeir), off North Uist in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Shillay?
- Its coordinates are 57.5275°, -7.6928°.
- Is Shillay free to visit?
- Yes, Shillay is free to enter.