Tiree

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Tiree

Tiree filling station By the shop at Crossapol.
Tiree filling station Credit: Richard Webb

Tiree is a small island located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is the westernmost island in the Inner Hebrides and is situated approximately four hours by ferry from Oban. Covering an area of around 30 square miles, Tiree is known for its stunning beaches, clear turquoise waters, and abundant wildlife.

The island has a population of around 650 people and is characterized by its flat and fertile landscape, making it ideal for agriculture. The main industries on Tiree are crofting, fishing, and tourism. The island is famous for its high-quality beef and lamb, produced from the rich grassland.

Tiree boasts some of the most picturesque beaches in Scotland, with pristine white sand stretching for miles and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding islands. The island is a haven for water sports enthusiasts, particularly windsurfers and kitesurfers, who come from all over the world to take advantage of the consistent winds and perfect conditions.

In terms of wildlife, Tiree is home to a wide variety of species, including seals, dolphins, and a vast array of birdlife. The island is a designated Special Protection Area due to its importance as a nesting ground for various seabirds.

Visitors to Tiree can explore the island by foot or bicycle, taking in its tranquil beauty and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. The island also offers a range of accommodation options, from self-catered cottages to bed and breakfasts, providing a warm and friendly welcome to all who visit.

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Tiree Images

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Tiree filling station By the shop at Crossapol.
Tiree filling station
By the shop at Crossapol.
Track to the beach at Crossapol
Track to the beach at Crossapol
Flat interior of Tiree Airport buildings in the background.
Flat interior of Tiree
Airport buildings in the background.
Surfers at Traigh Bhaigh
Surfers at Traigh Bhaigh
Trees on Tiree As many as you are likely to find.
Trees on Tiree
As many as you are likely to find.
After the downpour A flooded field.
After the downpour
A flooded field.
Tiree aerodrome, the perimeter
Tiree aerodrome, the perimeter
Island House, Crossapol
Island House, Crossapol
Playground and housing, Crossapol
Playground and housing, Crossapol
Newsagent and Licensed Grocer in Crossapol As far as I could establish the only newsagent on Tiree.  The papers come in on the plane, so you get them just after lunch.  There is no plane on Sunday, so double paper ration on Monday.
Newsagent and Licensed Grocer in Crossapol
As far as I could establish the only newsagent on Tiree. The papers come in on the plane, so you get them just after lunch. There is no plane on Sunday, so double paper ration on Monday.
Mystery object on Traigh Bhagh Rocky outcropt on the beach, with the dunes and Crossapol in the background.
Mystery object on Traigh Bhagh
Rocky outcropt on the beach, with the dunes and Crossapol in the background.
Loch an Eilein The house, Island House, stands on what was the island in the loch.  It has been suggested that island was a crannog, and in the 15th century a fortified castle stood on the island.  The current house was built in 1748 by the Earl of Argyll, and is now owned by the Duke of Argyll.
Loch an Eilein
The house, Island House, stands on what was the island in the loch. It has been suggested that island was a crannog, and in the 15th century a fortified castle stood on the island. The current house was built in 1748 by the Earl of Argyll, and is now owned by the Duke of Argyll.
Moorland in the middle of Tiree There is a fair amount of this kind of terrain away from the coast on Tiree.  Long tussocky grass, interspersed with a fair amunt of the wet water, but then it has been wet lately.
Moorland in the middle of Tiree
There is a fair amount of this kind of terrain away from the coast on Tiree. Long tussocky grass, interspersed with a fair amunt of the wet water, but then it has been wet lately.
Grassy moorland A look at the 1:50000 does suggest that it's going to be pretty flat.
Grassy moorland
A look at the 1:50000 does suggest that it's going to be pretty flat.
Grassland near Kilmoluaig Drier ground near the croft house here.  Beinn Hough seen in the distance.
Grassland near Kilmoluaig
Drier ground near the croft house here. Beinn Hough seen in the distance.
Cows grazing on The Reef Although there are cows grazing, The Reef is largely occupied by Tiree airport.
Cows grazing on The Reef
Although there are cows grazing, The Reef is largely occupied by Tiree airport.
Airport complex Tiree Taken at the main entrance, the red building in the background is the control tower.
Airport complex Tiree
Taken at the main entrance, the red building in the background is the control tower.
Cnoc Fhoirnigial The small rocky outcrop at the top of the hill.
Cnoc Fhoirnigial
The small rocky outcrop at the top of the hill.
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Tiree is located at Grid Ref: NL9944 (Lat: 56.496107, Lng: -6.8921042)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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