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Tòb na Muilne

Bay in Ross-shire

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Tòb na Muilne

Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.
Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Credit: Gus Macdonald

Tòb na Muilne is a picturesque bay located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the northern coast of the Highland region, this bay offers stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere.

The bay is nestled between two headlands, providing a sheltered area for boats and a calming environment for visitors. The clear waters of the bay are home to a variety of marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and snorkeling. The surrounding cliffs and rock formations add to the natural beauty of the area, creating a dramatic backdrop for any outdoor enthusiast.

Tòb na Muilne is also known for its sandy beach, which stretches along the bay. The beach offers a great place to relax and soak up the sun, as well as enjoy a picnic or a leisurely walk along the shore. During low tide, the bay reveals fascinating rock pools, where one can discover a diverse range of marine creatures and seaweed.

The bay is a haven for wildlife, with seabirds such as gulls and cormorants often seen soaring overhead or perched on the cliffs. Dolphins and seals can also be spotted in the bay, adding to its charm and appeal for nature lovers.

With its natural beauty and tranquility, Tòb na Muilne is a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a place to connect with nature. Whether you are interested in outdoor activities, wildlife spotting, or simply enjoying the stunning scenery, this bay offers something for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.2314/-6.826922 or Grid Reference NB1637. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.
Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha
Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Craft workshop in Kirkibost
One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost
Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour
Moorland and loch on Great Bernera The loch is unnamed on the map, but the Allt Loch an Fheoir flows into it, so this must be Loch an Fheoir. The houses in the distance are on the road south of Bhalasaigh.
Moorland and loch on Great Bernera
The loch is unnamed on the map, but the Allt Loch an Fheoir flows into it, so this must be Loch an Fheoir. The houses in the distance are on the road south of Bhalasaigh.
War Memorial, Breacleit The memorial stands on a mound at the crossroads in the centre of Breacleit / Breaclete, the capital of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. On the skyline is the Bernera Community Centre. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
War Memorial, Breacleit
The memorial stands on a mound at the crossroads in the centre of Breacleit / Breaclete, the capital of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. On the skyline is the Bernera Community Centre. LinkExternal link
Breacleit, Bernera Summer flowers, church and school in the village centre. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Breacleit, Bernera
Summer flowers, church and school in the village centre. LinkExternal link
Loch Ionail Freshwater loch on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Loch Ionail
Freshwater loch on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Tob Bhalasaigh Tidal lagoon with a mix of rare seaweeds on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tob Bhalasaigh
Tidal lagoon with a mix of rare seaweeds on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Shoreline at Tob Bhalasaigh Rocks and heather at the edge of the tidal lagoon in Valasay. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Shoreline at Tob Bhalasaigh
Rocks and heather at the edge of the tidal lagoon in Valasay. LinkExternal link
Loch Ruig Sanndabhat Small and reedy freshwater loch below the slopes of Beinn Breacleit, Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Loch Ruig Sanndabhat
Small and reedy freshwater loch below the slopes of Beinn Breacleit, Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Crofters' Memorial Cairn, Great Bernera Erected in memory of April 1874 when local crofters marched to Lews Castle in Stornoway. They were protesting to Sir James Matheson that they had received eviction notices after using the moorland for centuries. The gentry wanted to use it for leisure / sport. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Crofters' Memorial Cairn, Great Bernera
Erected in memory of April 1874 when local crofters marched to Lews Castle in Stornoway. They were protesting to Sir James Matheson that they had received eviction notices after using the moorland for centuries. The gentry wanted to use it for leisure / sport. LinkExternal link
Lochan Below Beinn Breacleit Reedy lochan with rocky hillside, south-east of the Crofters' Memorial on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Lochan Below Beinn Breacleit
Reedy lochan with rocky hillside, south-east of the Crofters' Memorial on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Breacleit church and war memorial Breacleit (or Breaclete) is the largest settlement on Great Bernera, an island off the west coast of Lewis attached to that larger island by a bridge. The little church seen here looks to date from the late C19th or early C20th. To its right can be seen the Bernera War Memorial <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://warmemscot.s4.bizhat.com/viewtopic.php?t=323" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://warmemscot.s4.bizhat.com/viewtopic.php?t=323">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Behind the church can be seen a little of Loch Breacleit.
Breacleit church and war memorial
Breacleit (or Breaclete) is the largest settlement on Great Bernera, an island off the west coast of Lewis attached to that larger island by a bridge. The little church seen here looks to date from the late C19th or early C20th. To its right can be seen the Bernera War Memorial LinkExternal link Behind the church can be seen a little of Loch Breacleit.
The road to Tacleit For anyone who enjoys driving, this is rather a wonderful sight - a well-maintained twisty lane through open countryside with wonderful views. The lane leads to the settlement of Tacleit from the village of Breacleit on Great Bernera.
The road to Tacleit
For anyone who enjoys driving, this is rather a wonderful sight - a well-maintained twisty lane through open countryside with wonderful views. The lane leads to the settlement of Tacleit from the village of Breacleit on Great Bernera.
View to the mountains of Harris The massive bulk of the mountains of North Harris command the view southwest from Breacleit on Great Bernera.
View to the mountains of Harris
The massive bulk of the mountains of North Harris command the view southwest from Breacleit on Great Bernera.
Road into Breacleit from Bostadh
Road into Breacleit from Bostadh
View across Loch Geal towards Breacleit
View across Loch Geal towards Breacleit
Breacleit explosion sunset
Breacleit explosion sunset
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Tòb na Muilne is located at Grid Ref: NB1637 (Lat: 58.2314, Lng: -6.826922)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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