Scotland
Cruach na Seilcheig
380M
1247FT
About Cruach na Seilcheig
Standing in the quieter southern uplands of Arran, this rounded Marilyn offers a rugged, pathless moorland experience far removed from the jagged granite peaks of the north. Though modest in height, its isolated position provides an exceptional panoramic view back towards the dramatic jagged skylines of Goatfell and the Corbetts.
Key Statistics
Rank
191st Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Arran
Prominence
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207m
Nearest Town
Kilmelford
Geology
Cruach na Seilcheig is formed from ancient rocks born of cooling magma and layers of mud that were transformed by intense heat and pressure deep underground.
Nearby Fells
Cruach na Seilcheig SW Top
Cnoc Loch an Daimh
Barr Beithe
Tom Soilleir
Creag Chlachach
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NM854110
Latitude
56.2434°N
Longitude
5.4643°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Cruach na Seilcheig', which translates to 'Hill of the Snail', likely a reference to its rounded, slow-sloping profile.
- •From the summit trig pillar, the view spans the southern coastline towards the Kintyre Peninsula and Ailsa Craig, contrasted against the formidable peaks of the northern Arran hills.
- •The hill is frequently climbed alongside its slightly lower neighbour, Beinn Bhreac, as part of a circuit exploring the island’s less-visited central moorland.
- •The ascent often requires navigating the boggy terrain of the Sliddery Water catchment, making it a test of waterproof footwear as much as physical stamina.
- •Given the name translates to 'Hill of the Snail', it serves as a fitting objective for walkers who prefer a deliberate, slow-paced plod through the heather.