Islands · Scottish Islands
Staffa
Also known as: Stafa
Staffa — island of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–12 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
Staffa is an island located in the Scottish Highlands, with coordinates 56.4361° N latitude and 6.3403° W longitude. Entry to the island is free, but accessibility is limited for wheelchair users. There is no nearest railway station or postcode available for direct access.
About
Staffa is a island in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 33 km². Owned by National Trust for Scotland. Managed by National Trust for Scotland. Part of Inner Hebrides. Wikidata describes it as: "island of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 56.4361°, -6.3403°.
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Summary from the official site
Staffa is a small island known for its stunning volcanic rock formations, including the famous Fingal's Cave. Visitors can explore the island's unique geology, spot various seabirds, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Hebridean islands.
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From the Wikipedia article
Staffa (Scottish Gaelic: Stafa, pronounced [ˈs̪t̪afa], from the Old Norse word for a stave or pillar, is an island of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. The Vikings gave it the name because its columnar basalt reminded them of their houses, which were constructed using vertical logs. Staffa lies about 10 kilometres (6 miles) west of the Isle of Mull. It is 33 hectares (82 acres) in area and the highest point is 42 metres (138 feet) above sea level. The island came to prominence in the late 18th century after a visit by Sir Joseph Banks. He and his fellow-travellers extolled the natural beauty of the basalt columns and of the island's main sea cavern, which Banks renamed "Fingal's Cave". Their visit was followed by those of many other prominent people during the next two centuries, including Queen Victoria and Felix Mendelssohn. The latter's Hebrides Overture brought further fame to the island, which was by then uninhabited. It is now in the care of the National Trust for Scotland.
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Background
Visiting
Boat trips from Tiree, Tobermory, Oban, Ulva Ferry, and Fionnphort on Mull, and Iona run from April to September, allowing visitors to view the caves and the puffins that nest on the island between April and early August. There is a landing place used by the tourist boats just north of Am Buachaille, but disembarkation is only possible in calm conditions. The island lacks a genuine anchorage.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4361, -6.3403
- Opening
- Open daily
- Official site
- www.nts.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q250117 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Staffa (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Fingals Cave, Staffa - geograph.org.uk - 30215.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Staffa?
- Staffa is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Staffa?
- Staffa — island of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Staffa?
- Its coordinates are 56.4361°, -6.3403°.
- Who runs Staffa?
- Staffa is operated by National Trust for Scotland.
- Is Staffa free to visit?
- Yes, Staffa is free to enter.