Neist Point
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Paul L
Warrington, UK650 contributions
Wow what views.
May 2021 • Couples
Brilliant 360 views, especially out to the Western Isles. Steep easy decent and return same way. Not for the unfit. Zero facilities at the lighthouse, and none at the car park currently.
Written 19 May 2021
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Clachangirl
Skipton, UK1,231 contributions
Amazing views
May 2021 • Couples
Staying on Skye for the week and not far from Glendale, thought we would come to Neist Point lighthouse.
It was one of those bracing winds and occasional showers sort of a day but well worth the drive and walk. There are a lot of steps involved but there is a handrail to hang onto to steady yourself. It’s broken in parts so that’s why I’ve given this a 4 star rating as it does need attention.
Once down at the headland you can see the lighthouse up close and reflect at how lonely the lives would have been for the keepers. Evidence of pulleys to drag provisions down , a derelict crane down near the jetty. All signs of bygone days.
The walk is also one of the islands core paths so you can google that and get a really detailed map up on screen. Lots of roadside parking has been created.
It was one of those bracing winds and occasional showers sort of a day but well worth the drive and walk. There are a lot of steps involved but there is a handrail to hang onto to steady yourself. It’s broken in parts so that’s why I’ve given this a 4 star rating as it does need attention.
Once down at the headland you can see the lighthouse up close and reflect at how lonely the lives would have been for the keepers. Evidence of pulleys to drag provisions down , a derelict crane down near the jetty. All signs of bygone days.
The walk is also one of the islands core paths so you can google that and get a really detailed map up on screen. Lots of roadside parking has been created.
Written 10 May 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Caustonator
Frodsham, UK1,366 contributions
Well worth a visit
Oct. 2020 • Family
The views were great. It’s a shame the chair lift down seemed to be broken. The lighthouse seemed a bit run down and sad they locked all of the gates so you can’t wander around but are kept outside. I really don’t see why it cannot be opened up. I also looked through the windows and the wall paper was falling off the ceiling. The outside needs a lick of paint too. Why nit charge people £5 to park and spend the money on improving and up keeping the lighthouse. I would pay to stay the night there. Why isn’t it a B&B. Shame on whoever owns it! Also no information about the lighthouse or anything for visitors.
Written 30 October 2020
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literarydouble
Liverpool, UK100 contributions
underwhelming
Oct. 2020
What a let down!
I was really looking forward to visiting here but I'm sorry I wasted my time. The roads were awful, full of people who cannot drive. The lanes are narrow and people were double parked. The "car park" was rammed at sunset, full of cars and litter and crowding.
You can't even SEE the light house from the car park!
It looks nice on photos but it's honestly not worth the effort it took me to get here.
I was really looking forward to visiting here but I'm sorry I wasted my time. The roads were awful, full of people who cannot drive. The lanes are narrow and people were double parked. The "car park" was rammed at sunset, full of cars and litter and crowding.
You can't even SEE the light house from the car park!
It looks nice on photos but it's honestly not worth the effort it took me to get here.
Written 20 October 2020
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M J
Cupar, UK175 contributions
Fantastic walk
Oct. 2020 • Family
I loved this walk. The walk itself took a good hour to the lighthouse and back, down and then back up very steep hills. The scenery was spectacular - layered cliffs, quirky rock formations, picturesque scenery with a large lighthouse at the bottom. Very photogenic. I’d definitely return.
Written 17 October 2020
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Manclaw
Manchester, UK205 contributions
Add it to your itinerary
Oct. 2020
A bracing walk along paths clinging to the hillsides is so worth it. The coastline along this route is stunning leading ultimately to the lighthouse itself. The walk is steep in places albeit perfectly safe (with steps and handrails in the steeper places) so be prepared. Exposed and windy in parts (as you might expect in this part of the world) but well worth donning warm and weatherproof clothing and getting down there.
Written 10 October 2020
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Suzan327
England12 contributions
Neist Point
Sep. 2020
A fantastic location on a good day. The scenery is amazing. The walk to the lighthouse is steep but if this is too challenging you can see other amazing views from the parking area. The single track roads are a bit of a challenge but you get used to these throughout the island.
Written 10 October 2020
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Terry W
Bracknell, UK1,137 contributions
Wonderful scenery
Sep. 2020
Mother Nature certainly has a wonderful treat at Neist Point.
The weather was not at its best when we were there, but that somehow made it more special.
Stunning scenery and if you have time, you can walk along the point to the lighthouse. We didn't (this time).
The weather was not at its best when we were there, but that somehow made it more special.
Stunning scenery and if you have time, you can walk along the point to the lighthouse. We didn't (this time).
Written 6 October 2020
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Aquarius 62
Leicester, UK11 contributions
Superb views
Sep. 2020 • Family
Super views especially at sunset. The path and steps make the walking very easy. This is a great place for a picnic.
Written 5 October 2020
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Pranil
London, UK73 contributions
Nice walk, even on a wet and windy day!
Sep. 2020
We visited Neist Point and did the walk to the lighthouse on the worst day of weather we had on Skye - very wet and super windy (waterfalls were blowing back up the cliffs!). That did mean it wasn't very crowded out there at all though - silver linings and all that.
We still really enjoyed the walk out there, although you do have to take care on the steps and walking up around the cliffs.
I'm sure it'd be a stunning place on a day with nice weather - we still had a good time and I'd definitely have this on the list of places to visit for a Skye itinerary.
We still really enjoyed the walk out there, although you do have to take care on the steps and walking up around the cliffs.
I'm sure it'd be a stunning place on a day with nice weather - we still had a good time and I'd definitely have this on the list of places to visit for a Skye itinerary.
Written 4 October 2020
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CharlieRose78
Maryport, UK33 contributions
We're visiting Skye at the start of April and Neist Point is on the list of places to see. I considered it as a wild camping spot, (we'll just have 2 small tents) but was put off by the possibility of lots of other campers! Were there any other wild campers when you visited? I heard it was a very popular spot.... Thanks in advance :)
Karyn M
Milton, Canada386 contributions
We were there in August 2019. I saw quite a few campers along the road and the parking was a challenge. Never saw any tents but I wasn’t particularly looking for them so I might have missed them. It’s a beautiful spot. Sunset was awesome. Enjoy!
Ted421
Marseille55 contributions
Bonjour,
Je vais loué un grand camping car aussi, la route dont vous parlez est elle praticable ainsi
Merci
philippe s
Paris, France1,238 contributions
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Finickee
Singapore, Singapore71 contributions
Was anyone up at Neist Point on rainy 8 Oct around 5.30pm? Anyone know the kilted strongman of Skye who led 3 other men to rescue our car from a ditch and helped the other driver reverse his car downhill to the passing point? We want to properly thank him!
Ana Maria V
Springe, Germany4 contributions
Hi! We were there and we saw you. But we don’t know the identity of the man. Good luck! Maybe Facebook could help?
Daydream26782556431
0 contributions
Is the walk suitable for a pram?
mcar658181
Nanticoke, PA63 contributions
While the terrain itself is fairly level, I think it is too wet and muddy for a pram. If you really needed to take one you can always carry it while folded up and walk to the scenic overlook and then place your child in it and enjoy the view while sitting there but I probably wouldn't take it at all.
Giulia D
Florence, Italy18 contributions
Salve a tutti ! Io e il mio ragazzo siamo die appassionati di fotografia e volevo regalargli un viaggio in questa località che immagino stupenda ad Agosto. Fotografare questi ambienti è sempre stato il nostro sogno. Per questo approfitto di questo forum per chiedervi come sia meglio raggiungibile dall'Italia e che mezzi avete usato voi nel vostro viaggio, giusto per rendermi conto do un po' di cose. Grazie mille !
Vtravel
Bologna, Italy272 contributions
Ciao, noi ci siamo mossi in macchina soprattutto perché a Skye gli autobus, credo l'unico mezzo pubblico esistente, collegano un paesino all'altro ma non giungono alle località turistiche. Noi per esempio prima del faro volevamo vedere the Old Man Storr ma quando siamo arrivate lì era scesa la nebbia e non si vedevano le cime pietrose e abbiamo deviato per il Nest Point e abbiamo fatto davvero bene, quindi la macchina permette anche di organizzare il viaggio a seconda del meteo
Wanderer39320487399
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Can you actually climb the lighthouse tower? Is it open to the public?
Mike B
Glasgow, UK14 contributions
I see your question has been answered already. As a general point, there are no manned lighthouses in the UK. They have all been automated and as such they are not open to the public. In Scotland, the lighthouses are managed by the Northern Lighthouse Board and in England, Trinity House. Both bodies have websites that describe facilities, if any, at the mainland based lighthouses
Vallerinaballerina
Glenrothes, UK9 contributions
Are there any toilets yet?
Khalid halal
22 contributions
Unfortunately no.I visited a restaurant near highlands and islands for lunch & toilet (july 2018).
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