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 miles38 km
Neighbouring places
- Ardrishaig Place 1.5 miles2.5 km
- Mid Argyll Ward 4.2 miles6.8 km
- Eilean dà Mhèinn Island 6.6 miles10.6 km
- Eilean Loain Island 6.9 miles11.1 km
Example postcodes in Lochgilphead
PA31 9TA, PA31 9TU, PA31 8PY, PA31 8TW, PA31 8TR, PA31 8QZ, PA31 9SJ, PA31 9SE, PA31 9SF … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow International Airport 40.1 miles64.6 km
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 48.8 miles78.6 km
- Inverkip Railway Station 23.3 miles37.5 km
- Garelochhead Railway Station 23.5 miles37.9 km
Hotels near Lochgilphead Ad
- Crinan Hotel 4 6.3 miles10.2 km
- Kilmartin Hotel 3 7.6 miles12.2 km
- Lochgair Hotel 4 miles6.5 km
- The Grey Gull Hotel 3 1.3 miles2 km
Schools in Lochgilphead
- Lochgilphead High School All ages
Local points of interest
- Achnabreac Forest 1.9 miles3.1 km
- Crinan Boat Yard Marina 6.4 miles10.3 km
- Otter House Estate 7.3 miles11.7 km
- Minard Castle Estate 7.7 miles12.5 km
- Ormidale Estate 9.5 miles15.4 km
- Ardmarnock House Estate 10 miles16 km
- Castle Lachlan Estate 10.6 miles17 km
- Barbreck House Estate 10.7 miles17.2 km
- Caladh Harbour Harbour 11.3 miles18.1 km
- Ormsary House Estate 12.7 miles20.4 km
- Craobh Marina Marina 13.2 miles21.2 km
- Glenstriven Estate 15.2 miles24.4 km