Shieldaig
Small pretty whitewashed village on the coast north of Applecross Peninsula on Loch Askaig with wonderful views across to Torridon Mountains.
The village was originally founded to train seamen in the fight against Napoleon, but after hsi defeat it became a fishing village. The viking name means loch of the herrings which can still be caught in quantity in season. The village is now only 85 strong all year with a pub and school.
In the summer, the population grows with visitng attracted to the nearby Torridon Hills and the Applecross peninsula.
Travel Directions to Shieldaig
Local Visitor Attractions
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Shieldaig Sea Trout Project
Small project to determine the cause of population failure in sear trout and salmon with special trap to catch the fish.
Shieldaig Hotels & Accommodation
Accommodation options are sparse with mainly self catering available.
Shieldaig Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Victoria Cottage, Shieldag, Wester Ross - sleeps 6
This traditional fisherman's cottage is beautifully situated on the sea front of this picturesque Wester Ross village and enjoys wonderful views of the sea loch, coast and surrounding mountains. The .. -
Tigh A’ Mhuillin, Ardheslaig, sleeps 4
Set in 2 acres of natural, unspoilt grounds which reach down to the water’s edge, a warm Highland welcome awaits at this lovely detached cottage. -
Tigh' Mhuillin, Shieldaig, Sleeps 4
Set in 2 acres of natural, unspoilt grounds which reach down to the water’s edge, a warm Highland welcome awaits at this lovely detached cottage. It is stunningly set by the shores of Loch Beag, from...