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Location: Sandwick, Eilean Siar, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Puffin
August 19, 2025
Hiking
Memorial to the victims of the shipping disaster on January 1, 1919. Of the 280 people on board, only 79 could be rescued.
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•Scottish_Gravel_Girl
April 17, 2025
Cycling
The sinking of The Iolaire (Eagle in Scots Gaelic), remains one of the worst British Maritime Disasters during peacetime.
On the evening of 31st December 1918 the ship set out …
On the evening of 31st December 1918 the ship set out …
Guido
May 16, 2025
Hiking
A poignant memorial, dedicated to the loss of 201 sailors as they were returning home from the First World War. Their ship, the Iolaire (Eagle) ran aground on the Beasts of Holm, visible just 50 yards offshore, in gale-force conditions. Of the 201 lost, 65 were never recovered. Lewis still mourns their loss.
A paved path leads down to the memorial from a carpark higher up the hill.
The location is quite exposed, but offers stunning views south, towards Skye.
A paved path leads down to the memorial from a carpark higher up the hill.
The location is quite exposed, but offers stunning views south, towards Skye.
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Elevation 10 m
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Location: Sandwick, Eilean Siar, Scotland, United Kingdom