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Eilean nan Each Beaga

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Eilean nan Each Beaga

Maragaidh Beag One of many low-lying islands east of the Long Isle.
Maragaidh Beag Credit: Toby Speight

Eilean nan Each Beaga, also known as the "Island of the Little Horses," is a small, uninhabited island located in Loch Maree, in Inverness-shire, Scotland. The island is part of the Loch Maree Special Area of Conservation, which is recognized for its outstanding natural beauty and biodiversity.

Measuring approximately 200 meters in length and 100 meters in width, Eilean nan Each Beaga is densely covered with lush vegetation, including trees and shrubs such as birch, rowan, and willow. Its terrain is hilly, with rocky outcrops and pebble beaches surrounding its shoreline.

The island's name, "Island of the Little Horses," originates from a legend that claims miniature horses once roamed the island. Although no evidence of horses has ever been found, the name has stuck and continues to intrigue visitors.

Due to its remote location, Eilean nan Each Beaga is a haven for wildlife. The island is home to a variety of bird species, including golden eagles, ospreys, and various waterfowl. It also provides a habitat for otters, pine martens, and red deer.

Access to the island is possible by boat, and visitors can explore its natural beauty, enjoying walks around its trails or simply taking in the serene surroundings. The island offers stunning views of the surrounding Loch Maree and the Torridon mountains in the distance.

Eilean nan Each Beaga is a place of tranquility and natural beauty, attracting nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

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Eilean nan Each Beaga Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.448165/-7.2192854 or Grid Reference NF8751. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Maragaidh Beag One of many low-lying islands east of the Long Isle.
Maragaidh Beag
One of many low-lying islands east of the Long Isle.
Tidal rocks west of Greanamul
Tidal rocks west of Greanamul
Cnocan above Sgaraileòd This little hill, only just above 20m in height, gives impressive views to the Black Cuillin on Skye.
Cnocan above Sgaraileòd
This little hill, only just above 20m in height, gives impressive views to the Black Cuillin on Skye.
Sheepfold and tidal inlet Close by the bothy that I photographed in 2012, the sheepfold is marked on the OS map.The tidal inlet leads out to a channel between 'mainland' Benbecula and Orasaigh, one of many tidal islands of that name around the west coasts of Scotland.
Sheepfold and tidal inlet
Close by the bothy that I photographed in 2012, the sheepfold is marked on the OS map.The tidal inlet leads out to a channel between 'mainland' Benbecula and Orasaigh, one of many tidal islands of that name around the west coasts of Scotland.
Disused bothy by the shore A track leads from the road end past a house and down to the shore opposite the small island of Orasaigh Uisgeabheag. This tin roofed bothy is not yet falling into ruin.
Disused bothy by the shore
A track leads from the road end past a house and down to the shore opposite the small island of Orasaigh Uisgeabheag. This tin roofed bothy is not yet falling into ruin.
On the shores of Loch Uiseabhagh Little visited [except by sheep] stretch of coastline in a remote corner of Benbecula.
On the shores of Loch Uiseabhagh
Little visited [except by sheep] stretch of coastline in a remote corner of Benbecula.
Offshore skerry near Uiseabhagh The view offshore from a remote stretch of the Benbecula coastline. The skerry is unnamed on the map, whilst the coastline of Skye is visible in the distance [right].
Offshore skerry near Uiseabhagh
The view offshore from a remote stretch of the Benbecula coastline. The skerry is unnamed on the map, whilst the coastline of Skye is visible in the distance [right].
Maithidh Riabhach from Benbecula Small offshore island that straddles 4 grid squares to the east of Benbecula. Looking east across the island towards the coast of Skye where the flat topped McLeod's Tables are visible.
Maithidh Riabhach from Benbecula
Small offshore island that straddles 4 grid squares to the east of Benbecula. Looking east across the island towards the coast of Skye where the flat topped McLeod's Tables are visible.
An unexciting patch of boggy moorland There may be some interesting coastal scenery on the east side of this grid square, but the trek across a squelchy moor is just too much. The coast is visible here, as are one or two offshire islets. The moor appears to have been worked for peat in the past, and is full of wet patches.
An unexciting patch of boggy moorland
There may be some interesting coastal scenery on the east side of this grid square, but the trek across a squelchy moor is just too much. The coast is visible here, as are one or two offshire islets. The moor appears to have been worked for peat in the past, and is full of wet patches.
Roadend at Uisgeabhagh A lonely crofting settlement on the east side of Benbecula.
Roadend at Uisgeabhagh
A lonely crofting settlement on the east side of Benbecula.
Loch Uisgeabhagh Small muddy inlet off the sea loch, with inevitable debris along the high tide line.
Loch Uisgeabhagh
Small muddy inlet off the sea loch, with inevitable debris along the high tide line.
Old pier at Bàgh Sgaraileòd There is also an old track to reach this pier but it is only used by walkers and to check on livestock now.
Old pier at Bàgh Sgaraileòd
There is also an old track to reach this pier but it is only used by walkers and to check on livestock now.
Bàgh Niabhag Small cliffs along the edge of the sea loch.
Bàgh Niabhag
Small cliffs along the edge of the sea loch.
Bàgh Niabhag The large areas of exposed rock are typical of the cnoc and lochan landscape of eastern Benbecula and elsewhere on the Outer Hebrides.
Bàgh Niabhag
The large areas of exposed rock are typical of the cnoc and lochan landscape of eastern Benbecula and elsewhere on the Outer Hebrides.
Fuidheigh Beag from Roisinis
Fuidheigh Beag from Roisinis
Deserted Croft at Sidhean Rossinish
Deserted Croft at Sidhean Rossinish
Beaches at Sidhean Rossinish It was from here that Bonny Prince Charlie set off in a boat to cross The Minch to Skye.
Beaches at Sidhean Rossinish
It was from here that Bonny Prince Charlie set off in a boat to cross The Minch to Skye.
Tidal Inlet Taken from the path to Rossinish.
Tidal Inlet
Taken from the path to Rossinish.
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Eilean nan Each Beaga is located at Grid Ref: NF8751 (Lat: 57.448165, Lng: -7.2192854)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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///scarecrow.drum.fuses. Near Balivanich, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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