Backies

Scotland

Backies lies along Sutherland's coast between the North Sea and Highland hills, accessible via the A9 trunk road. The village sits 80 kilometres north of Inverness, with local connections to Golspie (2km) and Brora (9km). Approximately 8 EV charging points serve the area's position on touring routes. The name derives from Gaelic "bac," meaning peat bank, reflecting the area's historical peat-cutting heritage.