Kilphedir

Kilphedir is a small settlement located in Sutherland, in the Highland region of Scotland. Situated in the parish of Kildonan, it lies along the Strath of Kildonan, a valley carved by the River Helmsdale. Kilphedir is primarily a crofting community, with a history rooted in agriculture and traditional Highland life. The landscape surrounding Kilphedir is characterised by open moorland, mountains, and river valleys. The area has a relatively sparse population.

Kilphedir, like much of Sutherland, was significantly impacted by the Highland Clearances in the 19th century, when many families were forcibly evicted from their homes to make way for sheep farming. While the scars of the Clearances remain, the community has persevered, maintaining a strong connection to its Gaelic heritage and landscape.

Today, Kilphedir is a quiet rural area with a focus on crofting, tourism related to the surrounding natural beauty, and salmon fishing in the River Helmsdale. It is a place of historical significance, offering visitors a glimpse into the traditional way of life in the Scottish Highlands.