Scotland
Sidhean Dubh
548M
1798FT
About Sidhean Dubh
Rising to 548m in the Scottish Highlands, this hill offers a rugged, pathless experience for those looking to explore beyond the main mountain tracks. Characterised by typical moorland terrain and deep heather, its summit provides a solitary vantage point for surveying the surrounding glens and the silhouettes of more prominent neighbours.
Key Statistics
Rank
324th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Prominence
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29
Nearest Town
Whitebridge
Geology
You’re trekking over granite-like rock containing slabs of shiny, hardened sandstone. This rugged mix of stones forms the sturdy foundation of the fell.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH547068
Latitude
57.1291°N
Longitude
4.4020°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Sìthean Dubh', which translates to 'Black Fairy Hill'. In Highland folklore, a 'sìthean' was traditionally considered a dwelling place for the faerie folk, usually taking the form of a prominent, rounded hill or mound.
- •The 'Dubh' (black) in the name refers to the dark appearance of the hill's slopes. While 'fairy hills' are often described in tales as being emerald green, in reality, this summit is likely covered in the dark heather and exposed peat characteristic of the Highland moors.
- •While the name suggests a mystical encounter with the faerie folk, a more likely summit meeting involves a sharp navigation check in the frequent, decidedly un-magical Highland mist.