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Eilean nan Stearnaim

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Eilean nan Stearnaim

Houses at Samhla
Houses at Samhla Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Eilean nan Stearnaim is a small island located in the Inverness-shire region of Scotland. Also known as the Isle of Strome, it is situated in Loch Carron, a sea loch on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands. The island is approximately 2.5 acres in size and is largely uninhabited.

The name "Eilean nan Stearnaim" translates to the "Island of the Cormorants" in Gaelic, which reflects the numerous cormorants that can be found nesting and roosting on the island. These seabirds are a common sight and add to the island's natural beauty.

The island is covered in lush vegetation, with various species of trees, shrubs, and grasses flourishing across its landscape. The rich flora provides an ideal habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, including otters, seals, and various bird species.

Access to Eilean nan Stearnaim is primarily by boat, with visitors often taking advantage of the calm waters of Loch Carron to explore the island's picturesque surroundings. The island offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding loch and the nearby mountains, making it a popular spot for photography and nature enthusiasts.

Although there are no permanent residents on Eilean nan Stearnaim, the island has historical significance. It is believed to have been the site of a small chapel dedicated to Saint Columba, an Irish missionary who played a key role in the Christianization of Scotland.

Overall, Eilean nan Stearnaim is a tranquil and captivating island, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Eilean nan Stearnaim Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.530077/-7.3341363 or Grid Reference NF8061. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses at Samhla
Houses at Samhla
House at Carinish
House at Carinish
Marshy area at Carinish Seemingly a naturally infilled loch.
Marshy area at Carinish
Seemingly a naturally infilled loch.
Outside Talla Chairinis, North Uist Outside a community hall
Outside Talla Chairinis, North Uist
Outside a community hall
Blar Chairinis Site of battle in 1601.
Blar Chairinis
Site of battle in 1601.
Stone barn at Carinish
Stone barn at Carinish
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."
Field and houses at Carinish And also the site of Feith na Fala (The ditch of blood) - a battle waged in 1601 between the MacLeods and the MacDonalds.
Field and houses at Carinish
And also the site of Feith na Fala (The ditch of blood) - a battle waged in 1601 between the MacLeods and the MacDonalds.
Bagh a’ Ghriasaiche
Bagh a’ Ghriasaiche
Fèithe na Fala - The ditch of blood
Fèithe na Fala - The ditch of blood
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)
Free Church, Cairinis Current OS maps show this as a church, but older versions show it as a pub, which was its original purpose. Enough said.
Free Church, Cairinis
Current OS maps show this as a church, but older versions show it as a pub, which was its original purpose. Enough said.
A not very useful gate A rusty old metal gate at the point where a fence once crossed the track.
A not very useful gate
A rusty old metal gate at the point where a fence once crossed the track.
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.
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Eilean nan Stearnaim is located at Grid Ref: NF8061 (Lat: 57.530077, Lng: -7.3341363)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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