Sgurr a' Choire Bhig

Rising to 877 metres on the Isle of Skye, this summit offers a quiet ascent away from the island's more frequented ridges. Defined by the steep 'little corrie' of its name, the hill provides a focused climbing experience and wide views across the expansive, island-studded landscape of the Inner Hebrides.

• •The name Sgùrr a' Choire Bhig is Gaelic for 'Peak of the Little Corrie'. This follows a standard naming tradition in the Highlands where a peak takes its identity from the glacial hollow, or coire, that sits directly beneath its summit.
• •The hill is classified as a Tump, meaning it has a prominence of at least 30 metres on all sides. While it doesn't reach Munro status, its height makes it a significant feature in the surrounding landscape.
• •From the summit, walkers can look across the water to the jagged silhouettes of the Black Cuillin, providing a perspective on the range that is often missed by those climbing the main ridge itself.
• •The 'little' in its name is a classic example of Gaelic understatement; the steepness of the terrain usually ensures that the corrie feels plenty big enough by the time a walker reaches the top.