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Sàilean nan Cuileag

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Ancient woodland leads to a peaceful natural harbour

For centuries people have used the safe natural harbour at Sàilean nan Cuileag (The Bay of the Flies). Viking warriors wintered their boats here at one time. Wander down to the water's edge to enjoy the view – you might spot seals and seabirds.

Sàilean nan Cuileag is one of Sunart’s many patches of Atlantic oakwood. This rich, beautiful environment that once stretched along the coast from Norway to Spain. The damp, clean air makes them wonderful places for plants like mosses and lichens. There is scattered evidence here of the thriving community that once worked in the woods to make charcoal and cut timber. In the past, many of the woods were planted with non-native conifers. Recent work is restoring the unique oakwood habitat.

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