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Coll

Island in Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Coordinates:56.631, -6.57
OS grid ref:NM 19 58
Dialling code: 01879 (Scarinish)
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Coll is a low‑lying island in the Inner Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland, part of Argyll and Bute. It sits to the west of Mull and near Tiree, and is known for its wide white sandy beaches, machair grassland and a mix of peatlands and crofts. The landscape is gentle and windswept, making it a haven for seabirds, seals and other coastal wildlife.

The main settlement and ferry terminal is at Arinagour, with regular ferry links to Oban and neighbouring isles. Coll has a small, close‑knit community with a strong Gaelic heritage and a long history that includes prehistoric and medieval remains; the local economy centres on crofting, fishing and tourism, and the island has been involved in various community‑run initiatives to sustain services and small‑scale development.

Postcode districts covering Coll

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Transport links

  • Glasgow International Airport 97.3 miles156.7 km

Schools in Coll

  • Arinagour Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Dùn Mór Vaul Archaeological site 11.1 miles17.8 km
  • Calgary Castle Estate 12 miles19.3 km
  • Croig Wood Forest 12.9 miles20.8 km
  • Quinish House Estate 14.2 miles22.9 km
  • Glengorm Castle Estate 14.9 miles24 km
  • Torloisk House Estate 15 miles24.2 km
  • Ulva House Estate 19.6 miles31.6 km