Hynish

Settlement in Argyllshire

Scotland

Hynish

Hynish Farm
Hynish Farm Credit: Richard Webb

Hynish is a small village located on the Isle of Tiree, in the county of Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated on the western coast of the island, Hynish offers picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean and is known for its unspoiled natural beauty.

The village is primarily residential, with a population of around 100 inhabitants. It is characterized by its traditional stone houses and cottages, which add to its quaint and charming ambiance. Hynish is well-connected to other parts of the island through a network of roads, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

One of the notable landmarks in Hynish is the Hynish Centre. This historic building was once part of a lighthouse complex that served as an important navigational aid for ships navigating the treacherous waters around Tiree. Today, the Hynish Centre serves as a visitor attraction and museum, offering insights into the island's maritime history.

Hynish is also known for its stunning coastline, with sandy beaches stretching along its shores. These beaches, such as Crossapol and Soroby Bay, are popular among both locals and tourists, providing opportunities for relaxation, picnicking, and water-based activities like swimming and surfing.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and fertile farmland. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with farming activities including sheep rearing and crop cultivation.

In summary, Hynish is a charming village on the Isle of Tiree, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting amidst Scotland's natural beauty.

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Hynish Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.449475/-6.894469 or Grid Reference NL9839. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hynish Farm
Hynish Farm
Gateway, Hynish Looks to be part of the lighthouse base, I would suspect this was an access road to a reservoir used to flush sand out of the harbour.
Gateway, Hynish
Looks to be part of the lighthouse base, I would suspect this was an access road to a reservoir used to flush sand out of the harbour.
Masonry, Hynish signal tower Ross of Mull granite with very tight mortar, presumably the same technique used on lighthouses in exposed places.  The tower was used as the pre-radio communication with Skerryvore.
Masonry, Hynish signal tower
Ross of Mull granite with very tight mortar, presumably the same technique used on lighthouses in exposed places. The tower was used as the pre-radio communication with Skerryvore.
Northern Light plaque "Hynish Signal Tower, 1843
In use from 1846 to 1937 for signalling by semaphore to Skerryvore Lighthouse 12 miles to the southwest."

12 miles is about 19km.  The lighthouse was visible today, it is famed for its elegance and is a fine sight even from here.
Northern Light plaque
"Hynish Signal Tower, 1843 In use from 1846 to 1937 for signalling by semaphore to Skerryvore Lighthouse 12 miles to the southwest." 12 miles is about 19km. The lighthouse was visible today, it is famed for its elegance and is a fine sight even from here.
Lighthouse keeper's accommodation, Hynish For families and the keepers when not on duty out on Skerryvore.  After being empty for a while the buildings have been restored for housing.
Lighthouse keeper's accommodation, Hynish
For families and the keepers when not on duty out on Skerryvore. After being empty for a while the buildings have been restored for housing.
Farmland, Hynish View towards Càrnan Mòr and the Golf Ball, an air traffic control radar.
Farmland, Hynish
View towards Càrnan Mòr and the Golf Ball, an air traffic control radar.
Hynish Harbour Built to transfer building materials, mainly Mull granite to the Skerryvore Lighthouse construction site. The build up of sand was countered by periodically emptying a reservoir into the harbour. The culvert and reservoir are still there.
Hynish Harbour
Built to transfer building materials, mainly Mull granite to the Skerryvore Lighthouse construction site. The build up of sand was countered by periodically emptying a reservoir into the harbour. The culvert and reservoir are still there.
Houses, Hynish Restored and now in residential use.
Houses, Hynish
Restored and now in residential use.
Pier, Hynish Built to service the construction and maintenance  of the Skerryvore Lighthouse.
Pier, Hynish
Built to service the construction and maintenance of the Skerryvore Lighthouse.
Rainbow at Hynish shore
Rainbow at Hynish shore
Hynish, Isle of Tiree - Pier The disused dock of the former shore station for the Skerryvore Lighthouse
Hynish, Isle of Tiree - Pier
The disused dock of the former shore station for the Skerryvore Lighthouse
Dry stone dyke on Beinn Hynish A very popular location for wall is along the ridge line of hills, and in terms of Tiree this is a big as it gets.
Dry stone dyke on Beinn Hynish
A very popular location for wall is along the ridge line of hills, and in terms of Tiree this is a big as it gets.
Farm buildings near Hynish A collection of tin buildings and mobile homes complete with sheepdogs.  It did have the feeling that the whole lot would blow away when a serious wind blew.
Farm buildings near Hynish
A collection of tin buildings and mobile homes complete with sheepdogs. It did have the feeling that the whole lot would blow away when a serious wind blew.
Near the fort When I was here I was convinced that this was the location of the fort on the map.  The high ground on either sided and the parallel ridges remains of ditch systems.      Although it could be that the hill I'm standing on was the site.
Near the fort
When I was here I was convinced that this was the location of the fort on the map. The high ground on either sided and the parallel ridges remains of ditch systems. Although it could be that the hill I'm standing on was the site.
Port Snoig This is typical of this section of coastline.  Small sandy beaches and lots of rocks.
Port Snoig
This is typical of this section of coastline. Small sandy beaches and lots of rocks.
Linne Thorramhuill A very heavily reeded lochan, or maybe just very wet bog.  The whole area is rather damp as it seems to be the source of several rivers.
Linne Thorramhuill
A very heavily reeded lochan, or maybe just very wet bog. The whole area is rather damp as it seems to be the source of several rivers.
Signal tower and lighthouse keeper's houses Now the Signal Tower Museum.
Signal tower and lighthouse keeper's houses
Now the Signal Tower Museum.
Millport house and barn
Millport house and barn
Show me another place!

Hynish is located at Grid Ref: NL9839 (Lat: 56.449475, Lng: -6.894469)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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