Flesherin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Flesherin
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_(geograph_2422713).jpg) The road through Flesherin |
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| Language | Scottish Gaelic English |
| OS grid reference | NB550364 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | ISLE OF LEWIS |
| Postcode district | HS2 |
| Dialling code | 01851 |
| Police | Northern |
| Fire | Highlands and Islands |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Flesherin (which is called Na Fleisirean in Scottish Gaelic) is a small and friendly village located on the Point peninsula. This area is part of the beautiful Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, a group of islands off the coast of Scotland. Flesherin is found close to another village called Portnaguran. About 100 people live in Flesherin, and it is part of the larger area known as Stornoway parish.
Even though it's a small village, Flesherin is famous for being the home of some very talented people! Two well-known accordion players, Tommy Darky and John 'Tonkan' Macdonald, are from here. Flesherin is also where the mother of Stuart Braithwaite lives; Stuart is a musician in the Glasgow rock band Mogwai. Plus, Ronnie McKinnon, a famous Scottish football player, also has connections to Flesherin.
Exploring Flesherin
Flesherin is a great place to visit, especially if you love history and exploring the outdoors. The village has some interesting spots that tell stories from the past.
The Wyre Law Shipwreck
Near the cliffs of Flesherin, you can still see parts of an old ship that ran aground a long time ago. This ship was a steam trawler named Wyre Law. It was built in 1915 by a company called Livingstone & Cooper.
In October 1952, the Wyre Law got stuck on the rocks near Flesherin. Today, you can still spot parts of its iron wreck. Only the front part, called the bow section, can be seen sticking out above the water. It's a cool reminder of the sea's power and the ship's history.
Caisteal Mhic Creacail
Another fascinating place near Flesherin is called Caisteal Mhic Creacail. This is a very old structure known as a neolithic Chambered Cairn. Neolithic means it was built during the New Stone Age, thousands of years ago!
A Chambered Cairn is like an ancient burial monument, often made of large stones. It's located close to the shoreline, between Flesherin and another village called Shulishader. This site gives us a peek into how people lived and honored their dead in ancient times.
