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Teampull Drain

Heritage Site in Inverness-shire

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Teampull Drain

Erskine Beveridge's house on Bhalaigh The abandoned house of the historian Erskine Beveridge.
Erskine Beveridge's house on Bhalaigh Credit: Tom Pullman

Teampull Drain is a historic site located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a small, rectangular chapel thought to date back to the 12th century, making it one of the oldest surviving buildings in the area. The chapel is constructed of stone, with a simple design featuring a single nave and a rounded apse at one end.

Teampull Drain is situated in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. Despite its small size, the chapel is an important example of medieval ecclesiastical architecture in the region. It is believed to have served as a place of worship for the local community for centuries.

Visitors to Teampull Drain can explore the chapel and its surroundings, taking in the peaceful atmosphere and admiring the ancient stonework. The site is a popular destination for history enthusiasts, as well as those interested in religious heritage.

Teampull Drain is a protected heritage site, recognized for its historical significance and architectural value. It stands as a reminder of Scotland's rich cultural heritage and the enduring legacy of its medieval past.

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Teampull Drain Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.672/-7.41 or Grid Reference NF7777. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Erskine Beveridge's house on Bhalaigh The abandoned house of the historian Erskine Beveridge.
Erskine Beveridge's house on Bhalaigh
The abandoned house of the historian Erskine Beveridge.
Teampull Orain The surf scattered ruin of Teampull Orain on Isle Oronsay
Teampull Orain
The surf scattered ruin of Teampull Orain on Isle Oronsay
Aird Mhic Caoilt Peninsula extending into the incredible vastness of Vallay Strand.
Aird Mhic Caoilt
Peninsula extending into the incredible vastness of Vallay Strand.
Bhalaigh House Bhalaigh viewed across Traigh Bhalaigh. This vast expanse of sand dries to such an extent that at low tide cars can drive across to the island.
Bhalaigh House
Bhalaigh viewed across Traigh Bhalaigh. This vast expanse of sand dries to such an extent that at low tide cars can drive across to the island.
George Beveridge Memorial Stone built memorial to George Beveridge 1891 - 1944.
George Beveridge Memorial
Stone built memorial to George Beveridge 1891 - 1944.
Camas na Criche, Bhalaigh As with many of the Western shores in the hebrides you have a long expanse of beautiful sandy beach.
Camas na Criche, Bhalaigh
As with many of the Western shores in the hebrides you have a long expanse of beautiful sandy beach.
Camas na Criche, Bhalaigh Dunes backing onto the white expanse of Camas na Criche.
Camas na Criche, Bhalaigh
Dunes backing onto the white expanse of Camas na Criche.
Bagh nan Craobhag Discarded lobster pot, of which there were many along this coast.
Bagh nan Craobhag
Discarded lobster pot, of which there were many along this coast.
Bagh na Craobhag Blue waters surround this island. The shores held many nesting oystercatchers.
Bagh na Craobhag
Blue waters surround this island. The shores held many nesting oystercatchers.
Remains of Teampull Orain The outline is still clearly visible when you are on the ground.
Remains of Teampull Orain
The outline is still clearly visible when you are on the ground.
Remains of Teampull Orain Still some height visible in the walls.
Remains of Teampull Orain
Still some height visible in the walls.
Thrift on Orasaigh A versatile plant that can be found at sea level as well as the heights of the Cairngorm plateau.
Thrift on Orasaigh
A versatile plant that can be found at sea level as well as the heights of the Cairngorm plateau.
Beach on Orasaigh Clouds building but still no rain fell. North Uist has had one day of rain in six weeks.
Beach on Orasaigh
Clouds building but still no rain fell. North Uist has had one day of rain in six weeks.
Stock fence on Bhalaigh Very easy walking on this island on short cropped turf.
Stock fence on Bhalaigh
Very easy walking on this island on short cropped turf.
Bagh nan Craobhag Looking West along the shore.
Bagh nan Craobhag
Looking West along the shore.
Grazing land on Bhalaigh
Grazing land on Bhalaigh
Stock fencing, Bhalaigh A maze of fencing on this pasture. Thankfully all gated but just don't expect to open them! They were all securely tied with many pieces of rope!
Stock fencing, Bhalaigh
A maze of fencing on this pasture. Thankfully all gated but just don't expect to open them! They were all securely tied with many pieces of rope!
Cattle on the pasture There was a lot of cattle on Bhalaigh but thankfully no sheep and the ticks that go along with them.
Cattle on the pasture
There was a lot of cattle on Bhalaigh but thankfully no sheep and the ticks that go along with them.
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Teampull Drain is located at Grid Ref: NF7777 (Lat: 57.672, Lng: -7.41)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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