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Uachdar
View across tidal loch near Uachdar (geograph 2190069).jpg
View across a tidal loch near Uachdar
Uachdar is located in Outer Hebrides
Uachdar
Uachdar
Language Scottish Gaelic
English
OS grid reference NF800557
Civil parish
Council area
Lieutenancy area
Country Scotland
Sovereign state United Kingdom
Post town BENBECULA
Postcode district HS7
Dialling code 01871
Police Northern
Fire Highlands and Islands
Ambulance Scottish
EU Parliament Scotland
UK Parliament
  • Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Scottish Parliament
  • Na h-Eileanan an Iar
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UK
Scotland
57°28′44″N 7°20′20″W / 57.479°N 7.339°W / 57.479; -7.339

Uachdar is a small village found on the island of Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. Its name in Scottish Gaelic is An t-Uachdar, which means "the upper place." This quiet settlement is part of the larger area known as South Uist.

Discovering Uachdar

Uachdar is a special place because it's home to the only bakery on Benbecula. This bakery, called MacLeans Hebridean Bakery, is very important to the local community. It provides fresh bread and other tasty treats. There is also a small shop connected to the bakery. This makes it a handy spot for residents to pick up daily essentials.

Where is Uachdar Located?

Uachdar is situated on Benbecula, an island that is part of the Outer Hebrides. These islands are a chain of islands off the west coast of mainland Scotland. Benbecula is known for its flat, low-lying land and many lochs (lakes). It connects to the nearby islands of North Uist and South Uist by causeways. These are roads built across the water.

The Outer Hebrides: A Unique Place

The Outer Hebrides are also known as the Western Isles. They are famous for their stunning natural beauty. You can find white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and a rich history. The islands have a strong Scottish Gaelic culture. Many people still speak Gaelic there. Life on the islands is often connected to the sea. Fishing and crofting (small-scale farming) are traditional ways of life.

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