Scotland
Meallan Buidhe
764M
2508FT
About Meallan Buidhe
Rising above the village of Struy in the Highlands, this rounded summit offers a quieter alternative to the nearby Munros of Glen Strathfarrar. The terrain is typically rugged and heathery, rewarding climbers with a distinct view across the winding River Glass toward the Beauly Firth on clear days.
Key Statistics
Rank
77th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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46m
Nearest Town
Struy
Geology
You are walking on the Ben Wyvis Pelite Formation. These are ancient mud-rich rocks that intense heat and pressure have transformed into tough, layered stone.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH337446
Latitude
57.4616°N
Longitude
4.7725°W
Did You Know?
- •Derived from the Scottish Gaelic Meallan Buidhe, the name translates as 'little yellow hill,' likely referring to the tawny colour of the dead grasses and sedges that cover its slopes during the winter months.
- •While often overlooked in favour of the high peaks of the Monar Forest, its position provides an excellent vantage point to view the massive eastern corries of Sgùrr na Lapaich to the west.
- •The hill occupies a prominent position between Glen Strathfarrar and Glen Cannich, overlooking the Erchless Forest and the lower reaches of the River Glass.
- •Calling this a 'little' hill is a classic piece of Gaelic understatement; at 764 metres high and covered in thick, pathless heather, it requires more effort to summit than its diminutive name implies.