Loch Shiel in the Scottish Highlands: A historic and scenic location
This evening, I am posting information on Loch Shiel which is situated about 12 miles west of Fort William in the Scottish Highlands. Although located close the coast, Loch Shiel is comprised of fresh water, and 11.3 miles long. The loch is easily accessed via the A830 ‘Road to the Isles’ which runs between Fort William and Mallaig. A scenic stretch of water in its own right, the loch and its immediate environs are noted for the following: Landing place of Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1745 at start of an, ultimately doomed, attempt to take over the thrones of England and Scotland by military force. A tall monument stands at the head of the loch in memorial to this endeavour. About one mile away is the Glenfinnan Viaduct, manufactured of concrete, which carries the railway line to Mallaig . In summer the Jacobite Express aka ‘Harry Potter Train’ crosses the viaduct and attracts large volumes of observers and photographers. Close by is the small village o...