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Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh

Loch na Faoileag on Grimsay One of many small islets on Loch na Faoileag on the Isle of Grimsay
Loch na Faoileag on Grimsay Credit: G Kilpatrick

Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh is a small island located in Loch Maree, in the county of Inverness-shire, Scotland. The island is part of the picturesque Wester Ross region and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

Covering an area of approximately 0.7 hectares, Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh is known for its lush greenery and rugged terrain. The island is primarily covered in heather and grass, with scattered trees and shrubs dotting the landscape. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding loch and the majestic mountain ranges in the distance.

The island is accessible by boat, with a small pier located on its southern shore. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, as it is home to a variety of bird species, including golden eagles, ospreys, and various waterfowl.

Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh also has a rich history, with the ruins of an old chapel and burial ground dating back to the 8th century. These historical remnants add to the mystique and charm of the island.

Visitors to Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh can enjoy peaceful walks along its shoreline, take in the panoramic views, and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surrounding nature. It is a place where one can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find solace in the untouched beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.474975/-7.2410575 or Grid Reference NF8554. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch na Faoileag on Grimsay One of many small islets on Loch na Faoileag on the Isle of Grimsay
Loch na Faoileag on Grimsay
One of many small islets on Loch na Faoileag on the Isle of Grimsay
Loch na Faoileag Cairn A small cairn situated at the south-eastern end of Loch na Faoileag.
Loch na Faoileag Cairn
A small cairn situated at the south-eastern end of Loch na Faoileag.
Old ruined sheiling by the Roisinis track The OS marks a cup-marked stone by this ruin.
Old ruined sheiling by the Roisinis track
The OS marks a cup-marked stone by this ruin.
Bog cotton and moorland to sea loch Oban Uaine Houses on Grimsay may just be seen in the distance.
Bog cotton and moorland to sea loch Oban Uaine
Houses on Grimsay may just be seen in the distance.
Bagh Sgotbheinn Not all Hebridean buildings fall into disrepair. I note that Dave Fergusson's 2007 photograph includes this small building, but now, twelve years later it has a new roof and is looking well cared for.
Bagh Sgotbheinn
Not all Hebridean buildings fall into disrepair. I note that Dave Fergusson's 2007 photograph includes this small building, but now, twelve years later it has a new roof and is looking well cared for.
Old harbour, Grimsay A crofthouse sitting on a reclaimed piece of land at Baymore (Bagh mor) which was the main harbour on the island before the Kallin (Ceallan) development. The harbour is littered with lots of old creels and other flotsam and there are many old stone piers.
Old harbour, Grimsay
A crofthouse sitting on a reclaimed piece of land at Baymore (Bagh mor) which was the main harbour on the island before the Kallin (Ceallan) development. The harbour is littered with lots of old creels and other flotsam and there are many old stone piers.
Baymore: postbox № HS6 15 One of four postboxes on the island of Grimsay. Apart from the one on the main road close to the post office, they are emptied at 11:45am on weekdays and at 9:30am on Saturdays.
Baymore: postbox № HS6 15
One of four postboxes on the island of Grimsay. Apart from the one on the main road close to the post office, they are emptied at 11:45am on weekdays and at 9:30am on Saturdays.
Kallin: postbox № HS6 25 One of four postboxes on the island of Grimsay. Apart from the one on the main road close to the post office, they are emptied at 11:45am on weekdays and at 9:30am on Saturdays.
Kallin: postbox № HS6 25
One of four postboxes on the island of Grimsay. Apart from the one on the main road close to the post office, they are emptied at 11:45am on weekdays and at 9:30am on Saturdays.
Island Flodda: postbox № HS7 79 A small postbox serving this small island, just off the coast of Benbecula - we look across the Flodda Sound (Caolas Fhlodaigh) between the two. The box is emptied at 11am on weekdays and at 8:30am on Saturdays.
Island Flodda: postbox № HS7 79
A small postbox serving this small island, just off the coast of Benbecula - we look across the Flodda Sound (Caolas Fhlodaigh) between the two. The box is emptied at 11am on weekdays and at 8:30am on Saturdays.
Island Flodda: a not-so-reliant An old three-wheeler has reached the end of the road - literally and figuratively.
Island Flodda: a not-so-reliant
An old three-wheeler has reached the end of the road - literally and figuratively.
Loch, Rubha Dubh The road comes between this loch and the sea.
Loch, Rubha Dubh
The road comes between this loch and the sea.
Field, Ceannaraigh The highest ground on Grimsay is out there somewhere.
Field, Ceannaraigh
The highest ground on Grimsay is out there somewhere.
Inlet, Ceannaraigh An inlet of Bàgh Sgotbheinn, Grimsay.
Inlet, Ceannaraigh
An inlet of Bàgh Sgotbheinn, Grimsay.
Near Kallin Bog on Grimsay.
Near Kallin
Bog on Grimsay.
Grimsay: former church at Scotvein That this is still marked as a church on all scales of mapping currently (December 2012) perhaps suggests that the conversion to residential use is relatively recent.
Grimsay: former church at Scotvein
That this is still marked as a church on all scales of mapping currently (December 2012) perhaps suggests that the conversion to residential use is relatively recent.
Grimsay: entering Ceanairidh The late evening sun is reflecting brightly off the sign which, as is often the case with these Gaelic names, has a slight spelling discrepancy compared with the map.
Grimsay: entering Ceanairidh
The late evening sun is reflecting brightly off the sign which, as is often the case with these Gaelic names, has a slight spelling discrepancy compared with the map.
Grimsay: sunset after a rainy day The sun belligerently came out late in the evening and this beautiful sunset belies the fact that it was wet and windy almost throughout.
Grimsay: sunset after a rainy day
The sun belligerently came out late in the evening and this beautiful sunset belies the fact that it was wet and windy almost throughout.
Boat beside Bagh Mor
Boat beside Bagh Mor
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Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh is located at Grid Ref: NF8554 (Lat: 57.474975, Lng: -7.2410575)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///agreeing.downhill.washroom. Near Balivanich, Na h-Eileanan Siar

Nearby Locations

Oban Uaine Raireanais Eilean Mhic Iain Duibh Rubha Caolas Mhic Iain Duibh Rarinish Bay Bàgh Rairanais

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