Tràigh Shanndaigh

Beach in Ross-shire

Scotland

Tràigh Shanndaigh

Cnoc CÃ²rr & TrÃ igh Chumail The northwest coast of Nis, Isle of Lewis. — Cnoc CÃ²rr & TrÃ igh Chumail Credit: Alan Reid

Tràigh Shanndaigh, also known as Sandsend Beach, is a picturesque coastal area located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the northwestern coast of the country, this stunning beach offers visitors a breathtaking view of the Scottish Highlands and the tranquil waters of the North Atlantic Ocean.

The beach is characterized by its vast expanse of golden sand, stretching for approximately 2 miles along the coastline. Its remote location provides a sense of seclusion and serenity, making it a perfect spot for those seeking a peaceful getaway. The pristine beach is backed by rolling dunes and framed by rugged cliffs, adding to its natural beauty.

Tràigh Shanndaigh boasts crystal-clear waters that are ideal for swimming during the warmer months, although the temperature can be quite cool even in summer. The beach is also a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for kayaking, windsurfing, and paddleboarding.

Nature lovers will appreciate the rich biodiversity found in the surrounding area. The beach is home to a variety of bird species, including oystercatchers and terns, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. The nearby sand dunes also support a diverse range of plant life, including wildflowers and marram grass.

Despite its remote location, Tràigh Shanndaigh is easily accessible by road, with ample parking available nearby. Visitors can also enjoy stunning coastal walks along the cliffs or explore the neighboring villages to immerse themselves in the local culture.

Overall, Tràigh Shanndaigh is a hidden gem, offering a tranquil and scenic escape for those seeking natural beauty and a peaceful atmosphere.

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Tràigh Shanndaigh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.498284/-6.2728899 or Grid Reference NB5164. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cnoc CÃ²rr & TrÃ igh Chumail

The northwest coast of Nis, Isle of Lewis.

Alan Reid

Road to the lighthouse

The Butt of Lewis is the northernmost point of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. There is a lighthouse designed and built by David & Thomas Stevenson (sons of Robert and brother of Alan - all lighthouse engineers) and constructed in 1862. It is 37m (121ft) tall at an elevation of 52m (170ft) with a nominal range of 25 nautical miles. It flashes a white light every five seconds, and since 1998 is fully automated, being one of the last four Scottish lighthouses to dispense with the services of their keepers. It is looked after by the Northern Lighthouse Board (the Scottish equivalent to Trinity House) and is monitored remotely from Edinburgh. The Butt of Lewis has appeared in the Guinness Book of Records as the windiest place in the United Kingdom, sticking out as it does into the North Atlantic.

Ralph Greig

Port Stoth

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Ralph Greig

St Molveg's Church, Eoropie

Colin Park

Trig point at Butt of Lewis

Colin Park

Sea thrift on islet at Geodha nan Each, Butt of Lewis

Colin Park

Beach at Cunndal, Eoropie

Colin Park

Cunndal Drownings Memorial, Eoropie

This is a memorial to the men lost here on 5th March 1885, when the local fishing fleet was caught in a terrible gale. Two boats attempted to seek shelter at Cunndal, just north of this point. Both boats and twelve men – all from Eoropie - were lost.

Colin Park

Traigh Shanndaigh, Eoropie

Colin Park

Port Stoth

Port Stoth is the most northerly beach on the Western Isles. All the materials for the construction of the Butt of Lewis lighthouse were landed here between 1851 and 1862. As it was a sheltered spot the beach continued to be used to bring supplies to the lighthouse until the 1960s. On 22nd January 1901 a wooden lugsail (Lugger) in ballast was stranded at Port Stoth. Surprisingly, no name is recorded of the unregistered vessel but its date of building was known to be 1893 and the master was a Captain Gunn.

Douglas Nelson

Butt of Lewis lighthouse with Transocean Winner offshore

The ineptly-named oilrig slowly rounds the Butt at a safe distance, having been refloated from Dalmore beach the previous evening. See NB5268 : Transocean Winner rounds the Butt.

Tiger