Mallaig
The area code 01687 is for Mallaig and the surrounding area.
Locations using 01687 numbers include:
- Arisaig
- Eigg
- Lochailort
- Mallaig
- Morar
Most numbers using the 01687 area code are normal Mallaig landlines but be aware that, as is the case for all UK area codes, such numbers may also be used for services without any physical link to the area. (More info)
01687 area code information
| Area code: | 01687 |
| Location: | Mallaig |
| Council area: | Highland |
| Call costs: | Normal landline rate |
| Local number length: | 6 digits |
| Number format: | 01687 xxxxxx |
| International number format: | +44 1687 xxxxxx |
| Number shortages predicted: | No |
| Last code change: | April 1995 (previously 0687) |
Area code history
Mallaig was originally allocated the area code 0640, while the island of Eigg was assigned 0836. It is unclear how long either of these codes was in use for and ultimately both were replaced with the single 0687 area code (which later became 01687).