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Eilean na Beithe

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean na Beithe

Former Free Church, Tobermory Category B listed. Listing number LB42070. Built between 1877 and 1879 to the designs of the architect J.C. Hay of 4 Charlotte Place, Edinburgh, by the contractors William and James Henderson of Salen, Mull. It was opened on 12 January 1879 by Revd. D. McLauchlan of Edinburgh.
Former Free Church, Tobermory Credit: Andrew Abbott

Eilean na Beithe is a small island located off the coast of Argyllshire in Scotland. The island is known for its natural beauty, with rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and lush greenery covering much of the landscape. Eilean na Beithe is uninhabited and is a popular destination for tourists looking to explore the remote and serene surroundings.

The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and otters. Visitors can often spot these animals from the shore or while exploring the island on foot. The waters surrounding Eilean na Beithe are also teeming with marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and birdwatching.

Eilean na Beithe is accessible by boat, with several tour companies offering trips to the island from nearby towns. Once on the island, visitors can hike along the coastal paths, relax on the beaches, or simply take in the stunning views of the surrounding sea and mainland.

Overall, Eilean na Beithe is a peaceful and picturesque destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the beauty of Scotland's west coast.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.620767/-6.0487124 or Grid Reference NM5154. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Former Free Church, Tobermory Category B listed. Listing number LB42070. Built between 1877 and 1879 to the designs of the architect J.C. Hay of 4 Charlotte Place, Edinburgh, by the contractors William and James Henderson of Salen, Mull. It was opened on 12 January 1879 by Revd. D. McLauchlan of Edinburgh.
Former Free Church, Tobermory
Category B listed. Listing number LB42070. Built between 1877 and 1879 to the designs of the architect J.C. Hay of 4 Charlotte Place, Edinburgh, by the contractors William and James Henderson of Salen, Mull. It was opened on 12 January 1879 by Revd. D. McLauchlan of Edinburgh.
Tobermory Distillery Established in 1798.
Tobermory Distillery
Established in 1798.
RNLI station In Tobermory
RNLI station
In Tobermory
Tobermory View over Tobermory, the Sound of Mull with Calve Island on the right and the Morvern peninsula beyond.
Tobermory
View over Tobermory, the Sound of Mull with Calve Island on the right and the Morvern peninsula beyond.
Calve Island Tobermory Bay Yacht anchored by Calve Island so avoiding busy Tobermory. In 1984 a Calve Island stamp was issued
Calve Island Tobermory Bay
Yacht anchored by Calve Island so avoiding busy Tobermory. In 1984 a Calve Island stamp was issued
Doirlinn Sound Calve Island Tobermory Doirlinn Sound between Calve Island and Mull. The Sound dries out at low tide but offers an alternative entrance to Tobermory Bay.
Doirlinn Sound Calve Island Tobermory
Doirlinn Sound between Calve Island and Mull. The Sound dries out at low tide but offers an alternative entrance to Tobermory Bay.
Tobermory from edge of Fisherman's Pier
Tobermory from edge of Fisherman's Pier
Creels and Tobermory Bay
Creels and Tobermory Bay
Towards Eilean na Beithe Another view in between the trees along the coast path north of Tobermory. Eilean na Beithe, meaning Birch Island, is the nearest point of land, and is a tidal island joined to Calve Island a short way off the coast opposite Tobermory.
Towards Eilean na Beithe
Another view in between the trees along the coast path north of Tobermory. Eilean na Beithe, meaning Birch Island, is the nearest point of land, and is a tidal island joined to Calve Island a short way off the coast opposite Tobermory.
Tobermory 2007
Tobermory 2007
Tobermory Seafront The north end of the seafront at Tobermory as seen across Tobermory Bay from near the distillery. The yellow building is the Mishnish, famous the world over for its music sessions and seafood. The big building above is the Western Isles Hotel.
Tobermory Seafront
The north end of the seafront at Tobermory as seen across Tobermory Bay from near the distillery. The yellow building is the Mishnish, famous the world over for its music sessions and seafood. The big building above is the Western Isles Hotel.
Pontoon moorings at Tobermory
Pontoon moorings at Tobermory
Waterfront buildings, Tobermory
Waterfront buildings, Tobermory
Low tide at Tobermory
Low tide at Tobermory
Tobermory Youth Hostel Slightly more subdued colours than many of its neighbours along the waterfront.
Tobermory Youth Hostel
Slightly more subdued colours than many of its neighbours along the waterfront.
Tobermory, Marina and Aquarium Jetty
Tobermory, Marina and Aquarium Jetty
Tobermory Harbour
Tobermory Harbour
Tobermory Ferry Terminal Caledonian MacBrayne ferry "Loch Tarbert" at the ferry terminal on Tobermory pier.
Tobermory Ferry Terminal
Caledonian MacBrayne ferry "Loch Tarbert" at the ferry terminal on Tobermory pier.
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Eilean na Beithe is located at Grid Ref: NM5154 (Lat: 56.620767, Lng: -6.0487124)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///relegate.drifters.manhole. Near Tobermory, Argyll & Bute

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