Fells/Groba nan Each
Scotland
Groba nan Each
575M
1886FT
Rank
102nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Scotland
Nearest Town
Glenuachdarach
About Groba nan Each
Rising to 575 metres on Skye's remote Trotternish peninsula, this grassy summit lies east of the main ridge. The name derives from Gaelic, meaning 'hill of the horses', likely referencing traditional grazing grounds. Its modest height and classification as a Dodd and Tump reflects its quiet character among Skye's more dramatic peaks.
Key Statistics
Rank
102nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Scotland
Nearest Town
Glenuachdarach
Prominence
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59
Geology
You are walking on the Skye Lava Group, a geological foundation made of ancient lava flows and volcanic rocks.
Classifications
Did You Know?
- •The name 'Groba nan Each' translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'hill of the horses', suggesting this was historically used as summer grazing land for livestock, a common practice across the Hebridean islands where higher ground provided better pasture.
- •The grid reference NG453606 places this hill in the northern reaches of Skye's Trotternish peninsula, an area better known for dramatic escarpments like the Quiraing and the Storr to the west.
- •As a Dodd, this summit qualifies by being over 500 metres with a drop of at least 30 metres on all sides, a classification that identifies it as a distinct hill rather than merely a shoulder of higher ground.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NG453606
Latitude
57.5635°N
Longitude
6.2605°W
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