Talmine Island

Island in Sutherland

Scotland

Talmine Island

Beach, Rabbit Islands View of dunes on the western island. — Beach, Rabbit Islands Credit: Richard Webb

Talmine Island is a small island located off the northwestern coast of Scotland, specifically in the region of Sutherland. It is situated within the Kyle of Tongue, a sea loch, and is a part of the Scottish Highlands. The island is approximately 2.5 acres in size and is privately owned.

The island is known for its picturesque landscape and natural beauty. It is surrounded by stunning views of the rugged coastline and the nearby hills and mountains. The island itself is characterized by rocky terrain, with grassy patches and some scattered trees.

As a privately owned island, Talmine offers a tranquil and secluded retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway. It is accessible by boat, and visitors can enjoy activities such as fishing, birdwatching, and exploring the island's natural surroundings. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, making it an ideal spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Talmine Island also holds historical significance, with evidence of ancient settlements and ruins dating back to prehistoric times. The island's remote location adds to its intrigue and provides a sense of stepping back in time.

Overall, Talmine Island offers a unique and scenic destination for nature lovers and those seeking a secluded escape. Its small size, natural beauty, and historical significance make it a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands.

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Talmine Island Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.526925/-4.4204901 or Grid Reference NC5962. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beach, Rabbit Islands View of dunes on the western island.

Beach, Rabbit Islands

View of dunes on the western island.

Tongue Bay and the Rabbit Islands This is the most westerly of the Rabbit Islands (Eilean nan Gaill), and seems to be just the highest. The link, walkable at low tide, to the middle island is seen on the right.

Tongue Bay and the Rabbit Islands

This is the most westerly of the Rabbit Islands (Eilean nan Gaill), and seems to be just the highest. The link, walkable at low tide, to the middle island is seen on the right.

Grey Atlantic seals on the Rabbit Islands Seals hauled out on the sandy spit that connects two of the three islands that make up the Rabbit Islands.

Grey Atlantic seals on the Rabbit Islands

Seals hauled out on the sandy spit that connects two of the three islands that make up the Rabbit Islands.

South headland of the Rabbit Islands The south end of the Rabbit Islands. The backdrop is the 765 metre high Ben Loyal. An Caisteal and its many outliers.

South headland of the Rabbit Islands

The south end of the Rabbit Islands. The backdrop is the 765 metre high Ben Loyal. An Caisteal and its many outliers.

Rabbit Island South Bagged on a boat trip with 8 other island TUMP baggers on a grey afternoon. We were able to walk across the sand to Rabbit Island South for our 6th island TUMP.
Name: Rabbit Island South
Hill number:10099
Height:45m / 148ft
Parent (Ma/M):none
Area:16B: Durness to Loch Shin
Class:0
Grid ref:NC602630 (est)
Drop:45m
Col:Sea

Rabbit Island South

Bagged on a boat trip with 8 other island TUMP baggers on a grey afternoon. We were able to walk across the sand to Rabbit Island South for our 6th island TUMP. Name: Rabbit Island South Hill number:10099 Height:45m / 148ft Parent (Ma/M):none Area:16B: Durness to Loch Shin Class:0 Grid ref:NC602630 (est) Drop:45m Col:Sea

Kyle of Tongue from Midtown A very fine view with the causeway visible and majestic Ben Loyal beyond.

Kyle of Tongue from Midtown

A very fine view with the causeway visible and majestic Ben Loyal beyond.

Grazing Cow and Talmine Bay A lovely spot.

Grazing Cow and Talmine Bay

A lovely spot.

Sand castles, Tallmine

Sand castles, Tallmine

Talmine Bay Looking past the end of Eilean Creagach towards the Rabbit Islands.

Talmine Bay

Looking past the end of Eilean Creagach towards the Rabbit Islands.

Talmine Beach

Talmine Beach

Talmine Bay On the Kyle of Tongue.

Talmine Bay

On the Kyle of Tongue.

Talmine Harbour Using a breakwater between the mainland and Eilean Creagach.

Talmine Harbour

Using a breakwater between the mainland and Eilean Creagach.

Talmine Stores Shop and post office.

Talmine Stores

Shop and post office.

Kyle of Tongue seen from Midtown

Kyle of Tongue seen from Midtown

Hope and Loyal Two northern icons with the Kyle of Tongue between them.

Hope and Loyal

Two northern icons with the Kyle of Tongue between them.

Ard Skinid lochan

Ard Skinid lochan

Roses at Talmine A fine perfume from these roses.

Roses at Talmine

A fine perfume from these roses.

Cow and Talmine Bay

Cow and Talmine Bay

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Talmine Island is located at Grid Ref: NC5962 (Lat: 58.526925, Lng: -4.4204901)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///consonant.gazes.impresses. Near Altnaharra, Highland

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An Oitir Talmine Island Bàgh Thalmin Beag Àrd Skinid

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Bus Stop

Post Office

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700713170

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan CommonName: Post Office

Naptan Indicator: o/s

Naptan Landmark: Post Office

Naptan NaptanCode: 45328567

Naptan Street: Talmine Road

Naptan Verified: no

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Talmine Village Store and Post Office

Shop: convenience

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Toilets

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Melness

Alt Name Gd: Taobh Mhealanais

Name En: Melness

Name Gd: Mealanais

Place: village

Lat/Long: 58.5268949/-4.4289065

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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