Scalasaig facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Scalasaig
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 Scalasaig
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| OS grid reference | NR394941 |
| • Edinburgh | 116 mi (187 km) |
| • London | 400 mi (644 km) |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | ISLE OF COLONSAY |
| Postcode district | PA61 |
| Dialling code | 01951 |
| Police | Strathclyde |
| Fire | Strathclyde |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Scalasaig (pronounced Skal-a-saig) is a small village on the east coast of Colonsay, an island in Scotland. It's part of the Argyll and Bute area. Scalasaig is the most important village on Colonsay. It's also the island's only port. This means everyone who comes to Colonsay by ferry arrives right here!
In Scalasaig, you'll find many useful places. There's a shop and a post office, which are together in one building. You can also see the local church. For adults, there's even a small brewery that makes beer. The village also has a doctor's office, a community hall, a cafe, and a hotel with a bar.
What's in a Name? The History of Scalasaig
The name "Scalasaig" comes from an old Norse language. It means "Skali's bay." This tells us that Vikings or other Norse people might have visited or settled here a long time ago.
