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About Acairseid

Acairseid is a small settlement on South Uist in the Outer Hebrides, reached via the A865 after ferry crossings from the mainland or other islands. The area has about 6 EV charging points, though planning is essential for electric vehicles. Nearby Barra Airport offers an alternative route requiring an additional ferry connection. The settlement sits amongst the island's distinctive machair grasslands between the eastern hills and Atlantic coast.

Where is Acairseid on the map?

Acairseid is in Scotland, at 57.070, -7.295 - about 2 km south-east of Balla.

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What is the closest airport to Acairseid?

The closest airport to Acairseid is Barra Airport, 14 km (about 49 min by car). Other airports nearby: Benbecula Airport.

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