Villages · Scottish Islands
West Gerinish
West Gerinish — a village in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
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Place summary
West Gerinish is a village located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its remote setting and traditional Highland architecture. The village offers a glimpse into rural Scottish life, surrounded by scenic landscapes typical of the region. Visitors can expect a tranquil atmosphere, ideal for exploring the natural beauty of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.3500, -7.3500
- District
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Postcode
- HS8 5RP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Sources
- manual: geonames-2634412 (CC BY 4.0)
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Mountains & hills · 1.1 km
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Mountains & hills · 1.2 km
Loch Bee
Reservoirs & lochs · 1.3 km
Wheelhouse site
Archaeological sites · 2.6 km
Dun Aligarry, broch site
Archaeological sites · 2.9 km
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Mountains & hills · 3.1 km
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Reservoirs & lochs · 3.8 km
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Villages · 3.8 km
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Archaeological sites · 3.9 km
Loch Druidibeag
Natural landmarks · 4.0 km
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Moire ro Naomh nan Eilean
Moire ro Naomh nan Eilean is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
📷 5📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Ruaidheabhal
Ruaidheabhal — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 87 m.
📷 4📷 3Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Wheelhouse site
Wheelhouse site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near West Gerinish
Places to stay
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Osdail Òigridh
Osdail Òigridh — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Shellbay Caravan & Camping Park
Shellbay Caravan & Camping Park — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
Ostail Bhaile nan Cailleach
Ostail Bhaile nan Cailleach — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
The Creel Yard Camp site and Bunk Houses
The Creel Yard Camp site and Bunk Houses — a campsite in scotland highlands.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Gerinish?
- West Gerinish is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode HS8 5RP).
- What is West Gerinish?
- West Gerinish — a village in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to West Gerinish?
- Drivers can use postcode HS8 5RP.
- How do I get to West Gerinish?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HS8 5RP. It sits within the Na h-Eileanan an Iar parliamentary constituency.