Heaval

Heaval is the highest hill on the Outer Hebridean island of Barra, Scotland.

The highest point is 383 metres high above sea level and it is located 1.5 km northeast of Castlebay.

About halfway up the ridge, there is a white statue of the Virgin and Child.

Near the top, the ridge becomes steep, but any difficulties can be bypassed on the south side.

Five of the uninhabited islands to the south have summits higher than 150 m. Weather permitting, these islands can be visited, with time for summit ascents, by arrangement with Barra Fishing Charters.

Top of Heaval, looking out into the Atlantic
View from Heaval of Castlebay, Vatersay, Sandray, Mingulay and Pabbay