Loch Domhain a' Tuath

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Ross-shire

Scotland

Loch Domhain a' Tuath

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.
Great Bernera bridges Credit: Catherine Morgan

Loch Domhain a' Tuath, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a picturesque freshwater loch surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Spanning an area of approximately 50 hectares, it serves as a vital habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The loch's crystal-clear waters are fed by several small streams that flow from the surrounding hills, creating a rich and fertile environment. It is nestled amidst rolling hills and dense woodland, providing a scenic backdrop that attracts visitors and nature enthusiasts alike.

The shores of Loch Domhain a' Tuath are lined with an array of plant species, including reeds, rushes, and water lilies. These plants provide a crucial habitat for various aquatic creatures, such as fish, frogs, and newts. The loch is also known for its vibrant bird population, with species like swans, ducks, and herons frequently seen gliding across its tranquil waters.

The surrounding area is a haven for wildlife, including red deer, foxes, and badgers, which can often be spotted drinking from the loch's shores. The loch and its surrounding wetlands are also teeming with insects, providing a vital food source for birds and other wildlife.

Visitors to Loch Domhain a' Tuath can enjoy a range of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, and birdwatching. Its peaceful and unspoiled environment offers a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Loch Domhain a' Tuath is a captivating freshwater loch that not only provides a valuable habitat for numerous species but also offers a sanctuary of tranquility for those seeking a connection with nature.

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Loch Domhain a' Tuath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.192788/-6.8167668 or Grid Reference NB1732. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.
Great Bernera bridges
The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.
"The Bridge Across the Atlantic" Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge.
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"The Bridge Across the Atlantic"
Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge. LinkExternal link
Bernera Bridge Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh.
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Bernera Bridge
Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge.
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Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh
Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge. LinkExternal link
Lewisian Gneiss Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world.
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Lewisian Gneiss
Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world. LinkExternal link
Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.
Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge
Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.
Cleitir Stone Circle Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.
Cleitir Stone Circle
Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.
Telephone Box at Crulabhig Probably it's only the sheep that get calls here?
Telephone Box at Crulabhig
Probably it's only the sheep that get calls here?
Bernera Bridge
Bernera Bridge
Standing stones by Bernera Bridge
Standing stones by Bernera Bridge
Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.
Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house
This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.
Crulivig: the telephone box Pictured during heavy rain, this phone box has Hebridean doors, to keep the wind at bay.
Crulivig: the telephone box
Pictured during heavy rain, this phone box has Hebridean doors, to keep the wind at bay.
Crulivig: postbox № HS2 91 This postbox stands on the opposite side of the road to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3286743">NB1733 : Crulivig: the telephone box</a>. It is emptied each morning except Sunday at a quarter to nine.
Crulivig: postbox № HS2 91
This postbox stands on the opposite side of the road to NB1733 : Crulivig: the telephone box. It is emptied each morning except Sunday at a quarter to nine.
Great Bernera Road Bridge Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit).
I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.
Great Bernera Road Bridge
Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit). I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.
Callanish X
Callanish X
Abandoned croft house near Lundal
Abandoned croft house near Lundal
Great Bernera Road Bridge The road south hugged the shore in 1975. Now it blasts straight ahead.
Great Bernera Road Bridge
The road south hugged the shore in 1975. Now it blasts straight ahead.
Standing Stones look over Sruth Iarsiadar  The name in this case means the current at Iarsiadar. It's a narrow tidal channel between Great Bernera and the rest of Lewis.
Standing Stones look over Sruth Iarsiadar
The name in this case means the current at Iarsiadar. It's a narrow tidal channel between Great Bernera and the rest of Lewis.
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Loch Domhain a' Tuath is located at Grid Ref: NB1732 (Lat: 58.192788, Lng: -6.8167668)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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