Ardminish facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ardminish
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 Ardminish
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | ISLE OF GIGHA |
| Postcode district | PA41 |
| Dialling code | 01583 |
| Police | Strathclyde |
| Fire | Strathclyde |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Ardminish (pronounced Ard-min-ish) is the only village on the beautiful Isle of Gigha. This small island is part of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Ardminish is often called the "capital" of Gigha. It's a key spot for island life.
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What is Ardminish?
Ardminish is a small but important village. It is located on the Isle of Gigha. Gigha is one of Scotland's Inner Hebrides islands. The village acts as the main hub for the island. It connects Gigha to the Scottish mainland. A regular ferry service runs from Ardminish to Tayinloan. In 1961, about 84 people lived here.
Life in Ardminish
Ardminish is home to important services for the islanders. You will find the main pier here. This is where the ferry arrives and departs. The village also has the island's post office. There is a local shop for daily needs. These places are central to daily life on Gigha.
What Does Ardminish Mean?
The name Ardminish has an interesting history. It comes from a mix of two languages. These are Scottish Gaelic and Old Norse. The name means "The headland of the narrow point." This describes the geography of the area well.
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Ardminish Bay, from the Gigha ferry
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The Gigha Hotel, Ardminish
