Caves · Scottish Highlands
Uaimh an Òir
In or near Gairloch.
Uaimh an Òir — cave in scotland highlands.
Russel Wills — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Uaimh an Òir is a cave located in scotland highlands. A British cave recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in carboniferous limestone country.
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Place summary
Uaimh an Òir is a cave located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its geological features and historical significance. The cave's name translates to "Cave of Gold," suggesting its importance in local folklore. Visitors can explore the surrounding landscape, which offers a rugged and dramatic setting typical of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.6933, -5.7895
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV21 2AT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
Sources
- osm: n13590969205 (ODbL)
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Nearby
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Rubh' Fhreacadain
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Port Henderson
Port Henderson in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
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Cnoc an Sgaid
Cnoc an Sgaid — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 64 m.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Meall na h-Àirde
Meall na h-Àirde — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 81 m.
Where to eat & stay near Uaimh an Òir
Places to stay
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Highlands
Gairloch Carn Dearg Youth Hostel
Gairloch Carn Dearg Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Sands Caravan and Camping
Sands Caravan and Camping — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Gairloch Caravan & Camp Site
Gairloch Caravan & Camp Site — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 7Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Myrtle Bank Hotel
Myrtle Bank Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Poolewe Caravan & Camping Club
Poolewe Caravan & Camping Club — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Shieldaig Camping and Cabins
Shieldaig Camping and Cabins — a campsite in scotland highlands.
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Uaimh an Òir?
- Uaimh an Òir is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV21 2AT).
- What is Uaimh an Òir?
- Uaimh an Òir — cave in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Uaimh an Òir?
- Drivers can use postcode IV21 2AT.
- How do I get to Uaimh an Òir?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV21 2AT. It sits within the Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire parliamentary constituency.