Totarol

Settlement in Ross-shire

Scotland

Totarol

Great Bernera bridges The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge. — Great Bernera bridges Credit: Catherine Morgan

Totarol is a small village located in Ross-shire, a historic county in the Scottish Highlands. Situated on the picturesque banks of the Cromarty Firth, Totarol offers a tranquil and scenic setting for its residents and visitors alike.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush greenery, and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. It is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. The nearby Black Isle Wildlife Park is a popular attraction for animal lovers.

Despite its small size, Totarol boasts a close-knit and friendly community. The village is home to a handful of charming cottages and a local pub, providing a cozy atmosphere for residents to socialize and relax. The pub often hosts live music events, which are enjoyed by both locals and tourists.

Totarol's location on the Cromarty Firth also makes it an important hub for maritime activities. The village has a small port, which serves as a base for fishing boats and pleasure craft. It is not uncommon to see sailboats and yachts moored along the waterfront, adding to the village's idyllic charm.

For those seeking a taste of history, Totarol is in close proximity to several notable landmarks. The nearby town of Dingwall is home to a medieval castle, while the ruins of Castle Leod, the seat of the Clan Mackenzie, can be explored just a short drive away.

Overall, Totarol is a hidden gem in Ross-shire, offering a peaceful and picturesque retreat for those looking to experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Totarol Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.204275/-6.8022385 or Grid Reference NB1834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Bernera bridges

The new bridge under construction and the old white bridge.

Catherine Morgan

Craft workshop in Kirkibost

One of the old shellfish processing factories at Kirkibost (Circeabost) is now reborn as a craftshop.

Gus Macdonald

Cleibh ghiomaich aig cidhe Chirceabost

Lobster creels at Kirkibost harbour

Gus Macdonald

"The Bridge Across the Atlantic"

Bernera Bridge is one of several bridges which claim to span the Atlantic Ocean. This one connects the Lewis mainland with the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Note the standing stones on the far side of the bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Bernera Bridge

Opened in 1953 and connecting Lewis with Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Link

Colin Smith

Sea Kayakers by Port a Chruidh

Kayakers who have come from Miavaig / Miabhaig and are heading eastwards, having just passed below Bernera Bridge. The mainland of Lewis is on the far side of the 1953 bridge. Link

Colin Smith

Lewisian Gneiss

Pink, folded Lewisian gneiss at the north end of Bernera Bridge. These are amongst the oldest rocks in the world. Link

Colin Smith

Stone Circle by Bernera Bridge

Ancient stone circle on a mound above the north end of the bridge. the stones are part of the famous Callanish complex of standing stones.

Colin Smith

Cleitir Stone Circle

Calanais VIII - four standing stones above Bernera Bridge and the sound separating the island from Lewis.

Colin Smith

Telephone Box at Crulabhig

Probably it's only the sheep that get calls here?

Jo and Steve Turner

View towards Circebost Pier

David Martin

Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Standing stones by Bernera Bridge

David Martin

Great Bernera: postbox № HS2 82 and a ruined croft house

This postbox stands at the southern end of the island, a few hundred yards from the Bernera Bridge. Behind it, we see a ruined croft house, so common in the Scottish islands.

Chris Downer

Crulivig: the telephone box

Pictured during heavy rain, this phone box has Hebridean doors, to keep the wind at bay.

Chris Downer

Crulivig: postbox № HS2 91

This postbox stands on the opposite side of the road to NB1733 : Crulivig: the telephone box. It is emptied each morning except Sunday at a quarter to nine.

Chris Downer

Great Bernera Road Bridge

Great Bernera lies in Loch Roag on the north-west coast of Lewis and is linked to it by a road bridge. Built in 1953, the bridge was the first pre-stressed concrete bridge in Europe. The main settlement on the island is Breaclete (Gaelic: Breacleit). I was here bagging the island of Great Bernera with George Morl and its high point a TuMP called Middle Shalaval, at 87 metres and a P87 hill.

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