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Eilean nam Bothan

Island in Inverness-shire

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Eilean nam Bothan

Houses at Samhla
Houses at Samhla Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Eilean nam Bothan is a small island located in the Loch Ailort, off the west coast of Scotland in Inverness-shire. It rests within the historic county of Argyll, and is part of the breathtaking Scottish Highlands. The island is approximately 1.5 hectares in size and is privately owned.

Eilean nam Bothan is famed for its stunning natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Lush greenery covers the island, with a mixture of grassy fields and dense woodland. The diverse flora and fauna on the island include various species of wildflowers, mosses, and ferns, as well as birds such as wrens, robins, and seagulls.

The island is also home to a small herd of fallow deer, which roam freely across the landscape. Visitors to Eilean nam Bothan can often spot these graceful creatures grazing peacefully or bounding through the trees. The island offers a tranquil and secluded environment, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Access to Eilean nam Bothan is limited, as it is privately owned. However, visitors can admire the island's beauty from the surrounding shores and take in the breathtaking views of Loch Ailort and the surrounding mountains. The island is best accessed by boat, with several local tour operators offering trips to explore the area.

Overall, Eilean nam Bothan is a picturesque and enchanting island, offering a glimpse into the untamed beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Its unspoiled landscapes, diverse wildlife, and peaceful atmosphere make it a hidden gem for those seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of nature.

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Eilean nam Bothan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.533845/-7.3409961 or Grid Reference NF8061. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses at Samhla
Houses at Samhla
Outside Talla Chairinis, North Uist Outside a community hall
Outside Talla Chairinis, North Uist
Outside a community hall
The ruins of Trinity Temple (Teampull na Trianaid) According to the plaque "Medieval monastery and college of European significance, founded by Beathag, daughter of Somhairle (Somerled). Enlarged about 1350 to 1390 by Amie Mic Ruarie, first wife of John, Lord of the Isles. Reconstructed in the 16th century. Destroyed after the reformation. Later restored in the 19th century by Dotair Ban."
The ruins of Trinity Temple (Teampull na Trianaid)
According to the plaque "Medieval monastery and college of European significance, founded by Beathag, daughter of Somhairle (Somerled). Enlarged about 1350 to 1390 by Amie Mic Ruarie, first wife of John, Lord of the Isles. Reconstructed in the 16th century. Destroyed after the reformation. Later restored in the 19th century by Dotair Ban."
Bagh a’ Ghriasaiche
Bagh a’ Ghriasaiche
View from Temple View Hotel Teampull na Trionaid is a ruined 13th-century church and seminary at Carinish, North Uist, Scotland. Amie mac Ruari is said to have rebuilt the church in the 14th century after her divorce from John of Islay, Lord of the Isles. The ruins are protected as a scheduled monument.
View from Temple View Hotel
Teampull na Trionaid is a ruined 13th-century church and seminary at Carinish, North Uist, Scotland. Amie mac Ruari is said to have rebuilt the church in the 14th century after her divorce from John of Islay, Lord of the Isles. The ruins are protected as a scheduled monument.
Closer to the temple The ruins of Trinity Temple (Teampull na Trianaid)
Closer to the temple
The ruins of Trinity Temple (Teampull na Trianaid)
Teampull Na Trionaid A 14th century church with earlier origins. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10265/north-uist-carinish-teampull-na-trionaid" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10265/north-uist-carinish-teampull-na-trionaid">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>
Teampull Na Trionaid
A 14th century church with earlier origins. LinkExternal link
Teampull Na Trionaid View from the south. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10265/north-uist-carinish-teampull-na-trionaid" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10265/north-uist-carinish-teampull-na-trionaid">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>
Teampull Na Trionaid
View from the south. LinkExternal link
Baleshare - North Uist Causeway Looking east from Samhla to North Uist. Interestingly, although both sides are open to the sea, there is water to the south but it was dry on the north.
Baleshare - North Uist Causeway
Looking east from Samhla to North Uist. Interestingly, although both sides are open to the sea, there is water to the south but it was dry on the north.
Shore at Samhla Looking south from the west end of the causeway.
Shore at Samhla
Looking south from the west end of the causeway.
Farmhouse on Baleshare The peak in the distance, to the left, is Eaval on North Uist.
Farmhouse on Baleshare
The peak in the distance, to the left, is Eaval on North Uist.
Pasture on Baleshare/Baile Sear Looking northeast from the road to Teanna Mhachair on the west side of the island. The high land beyond will be on North Uist.
Pasture on Baleshare/Baile Sear
Looking northeast from the road to Teanna Mhachair on the west side of the island. The high land beyond will be on North Uist.
A sandy island surrounded by sand This is the part of the extensive area of tidal sand on the east side of Baile Sear island. The sand must be firm due to the number of vehicle tyre tracks across it. Looking due east towards the profile of Eabhal.
A sandy island surrounded by sand
This is the part of the extensive area of tidal sand on the east side of Baile Sear island. The sand must be firm due to the number of vehicle tyre tracks across it. Looking due east towards the profile of Eabhal.
Vehicle graveyard Baile Sear Vehicles are rather like dwellings on the Western Isles. When no longer wanted, they are simply left to rot out in the elements.
Vehicle graveyard Baile Sear
Vehicles are rather like dwellings on the Western Isles. When no longer wanted, they are simply left to rot out in the elements.
Sand and land, Baile Sear Looking south along the beach on the east side of Baile Sear island. The view is south across the low lying Benbecula towards the big hills of South Uist.
Sand and land, Baile Sear
Looking south along the beach on the east side of Baile Sear island. The view is south across the low lying Benbecula towards the big hills of South Uist.
Ruined croft Baleshare Ruined croft cottage on Baleshare. This looks to be a 19th century structure as it has chimneys and is not the same style as a blackhouse.
Ruined croft Baleshare
Ruined croft cottage on Baleshare. This looks to be a 19th century structure as it has chimneys and is not the same style as a blackhouse.
Baleshare: postbox № HS6 31 The island's postbox stands at the very start of the island, in terms of the road which arrives on it along the causeway from North Uist.
Baleshare: postbox № HS6 31
The island's postbox stands at the very start of the island, in terms of the road which arrives on it along the causeway from North Uist.
Baleshare: a red telephone box This phone box stands in a little enclosure, accessed by this gate. But the pathway is so overgrown it would have to be a real emergency call to entice anyone to try to get inside - especially since the door is on the far side! I did manage to get as far as the window and it does still have a phone ... and I also found something else inside... see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3115010">NF7862 : Baleshare: a bird trapped in a phone box</a>.
Baleshare: a red telephone box
This phone box stands in a little enclosure, accessed by this gate. But the pathway is so overgrown it would have to be a real emergency call to entice anyone to try to get inside - especially since the door is on the far side! I did manage to get as far as the window and it does still have a phone ... and I also found something else inside... see NF7862 : Baleshare: a bird trapped in a phone box.
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Eilean nam Bothan is located at Grid Ref: NF8061 (Lat: 57.533845, Lng: -7.3409961)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///dives.pigment.snack. Near Balivanich, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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