Scotland
Sron na Ban-righ
733M
2406FT
About Sron na Ban-righ
Rising above the remote Gaick Pass south of Kingussie, this broad, heather-clad Hump offers a quiet alternative to the busier Drumochter peaks. The ascent involves crossing high moorland terrain typical of the central Grampians, leading to a summit with expansive views across the wild, glaciated trench of Loch an t-Seilich.
Key Statistics
Rank
134th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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128.6m
Nearest Town
Glenfeshie Lodge
Geology
The ground beneath you is the Gaick Psammite Formation, a durable rock formed from ancient sand that was compressed and hardened over time.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NN876881
Latitude
56.9704°N
Longitude
3.8505°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic, translating as 'Nose of the Queen.' This likely refers to the prominent, nose-like spur of land that defines its profile when viewed from the surrounding glens, though which specific queen—historical or legendary—it refers to is unrecorded.
- •Located within the Gaick Forest, the hill is most commonly approached from the north via the long estate track from Drumochter. This route follows the edge of Loch an t-Seilich, a deep, sheer-sided loch that sits in a dramatic glacial trough between this hill and the neighbouring An Sgùrr.
- •From the 733m summit, there is a clear, uncrowded perspective on the sprawling plateau of the Gaick Forest and the sharp, distinctive profile of the Munro Meall Chuaich to the northwest.
- •Classified as both a Hump and a Tump, it is a peak for those who enjoy ticking lists that most hikers don’t even know exist, usually while having the entire moor to themselves.