Lochgilphead
Place in Argyll and Bute, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 56.034, -5.43 |
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| OS grid ref: | NR 86 87 |
| Population: | 2,390 |
| Dialling code: | 01546 |
Lochgilphead in Argyll and Bute, Scotland sits at the head of Loch Gilp, a small sea loch off the Firth of Clyde, and lies close to the southern entrance of the Crinan Canal, which makes it a natural gateway onto Kintyre and the islands to the west. Its waterside setting and nearby hills give easy access to sailing, fishing and hillwalking while keeping the town compact and walkable.
As the administrative centre for the council area, Lochgilphead functions as a service hub for surrounding crofting and farming communities, with shops, council services and a marina complemented by a modest tourist economy. The town grew significantly as a planned settlement in the 18th–19th centuries and sits within easy reach of important prehistoric landscapes such as Kilmartin Glen, so history, outdoor pursuits and community events all play a strong role in local life.
Postcode districts covering Lochgilphead
Most populated places nearby
- Gourock 23.6 miles
Neighbouring places
- Ardrishaig Place 1.5 miles
- Mid Argyll Ward 4.2 miles
- Eilean dà Mhèinn Island 6.6 miles
- Eilean Loain Island 6.9 miles
Example postcodes in Lochgilphead
PA31 8TD, PA31 9TD, PA31 8LZ, PA31 8UL, PA31 8LG, PA31 8RB, PA31 8TB, PA31 9SH, PA31 8JU … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow International Airport 40.1 miles
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 48.8 miles
- Inverkip Railway Station 23.3 miles
- Garelochhead Railway Station 23.5 miles
Hotels near Lochgilphead Ad
- The Grey Gull Hotel 3 1.3 miles
- The Horseshoe Inn 3.3 miles
- Lochgair Hotel 4 miles
- Crinan Hotel 4 6.3 miles
- Kilmartin Hotel 3 7.2 miles
- Kilfinan Hotel 3 6.9 miles
Schools in Lochgilphead
- Lochgilphead High School All ages
Local points of interest
- Achnabreac Forest 1.9 miles
- Crinan Boat Yard Marina 6.4 miles
- Otter House Estate 7.3 miles
- Minard Castle Estate 7.7 miles
- Ormidale Estate 9.5 miles
- Ardmarnock House Estate 10 miles
- Castle Lachlan Estate 10.6 miles
- Barbreck House Estate 10.7 miles
- Caladh Harbour Harbour 11.3 miles
- Ormsary House Estate 12.7 miles
- Craobh Marina Marina 13.2 miles
- Glenstriven Estate 15.2 miles