Isle of Man
Slieau Ouyr
452M
1483FT
About Slieau Ouyr
Rising above the Corony Valley, this broad, heather-clad dome offers a quieter perspective on the island's north-eastern massifs. Sitting on the ridge between Snaefell and North Barrule, it provides a superb vantage point over the Laxey mines and the coastline towards Maughold Head, away from the busier summits.
Key Statistics
Rank
14th Highest in Isle of Man
Parent Range
Isle of Man
Prominence
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37
Nearest Town
Maughold
Geology
This fell is built from layers of sandstone and hardened mud. These sturdy rocks form the rugged foundation of the trail beneath your feet.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
SC437879
Latitude
54.2628°N
Longitude
4.4012°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Manx Gaelic 'Slieau', meaning mountain, and 'Ouyr', meaning dun or pale brown, likely describing the seasonal colour of the mountain grasses and heather that cover its slopes.
- •It is a key waypoint for those walking the ridge between North Barrule and Snaefell; while many rush past to reach the higher peaks, it offers a more intimate look at the rugged Corony Valley below.
- •From the summit, the view stretches across the Irish Sea to the Lake District, where the distinctive profiles of Scafell Pike and the Langdale Pikes are often visible on clear days.
- •On the western slopes lies the route of the Millennium Way, an ancient 28-mile long-distance path based on the 'Via Regia', the royal highway of the former Kings of Man.
- •The summit cairn is so unassuming that in thick mist, you may find yourself checking your GPS to confirm you haven't simply wandered onto a particularly persistent bump in the moorland.