Flannan Isles
The Flannan Isles (Scottish Gaelic: Na h-Eileanan Flannach) or the Seven Hunters are a small island group in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, approximately 32 kilometres (17+1⁄2 nautical miles) west of the Isle of Lewis. They may take their name from Saint Flannan, the 7th century Irish preacher and abbot.
| Scottish Gaelic name | Na h-Eileanan Flannach |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | [nə ˈhelanən ˈfl̪ˠan̪ˠəx] ⓘ |
| Meaning of name | Flannan Isles |
| Location | |
Flannan Isles Flannan Isles shown within the Outer Hebrides | |
| OS grid reference | NA720460 |
| Coordinates | 58.3°N 7.6°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Lewis and Harris |
| Area | 58.87 ha (145+1⁄2 acres) over more than seven islands. |
| Area rank | Eilean Mòr is 325th |
| Highest elevation | 88 m (289 ft), on Eilean Mòr |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
| Largest settlement | Flannan Isles Lighthouse is the only habitable structure |
| References | |
The islands have been devoid of permanent residents since the automation of Flannan Isles Lighthouse in 1971.
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