Trumaisgearraidh

Settlement in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Trumaisgearraidh

A865 road by Traigh Athmor And another of those square "Passing Place" signs;  I much prefer the diamond shaped ones!
A865 road by Traigh Athmor Credit: Gordon Brown

Trumaisgearraidh is a small village located in the county of Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated in the western part of the county, it lies on the picturesque western coast of Scotland, overlooking the North Atlantic Ocean. The village is nestled between the larger towns of Gairloch and Ullapool, offering residents and visitors easy access to various amenities and services.

Trumaisgearraidh is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, with rugged mountains, vast moorlands, and stunning coastal landscapes. The village is surrounded by a diverse range of wildlife, including red deer, golden eagles, and otters, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.

Despite its small size, Trumaisgearraidh has a tight-knit community that takes pride in its Gaelic heritage. The Gaelic language is still spoken by some residents, and traditional Highland games and ceilidhs are held throughout the year, showcasing the area's rich cultural heritage.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Trumaisgearraidh offers a plethora of activities. The village is a great starting point for hiking, with numerous trails leading to nearby peaks and lochs. The nearby coastline is also a popular spot for water sports such as kayaking and sailing.

In terms of amenities, Trumaisgearraidh has a few local shops and a pub that serves as a central meeting point for locals and visitors alike. For a wider range of services, residents can easily access Gairloch or Ullapool, both of which are within a short drive from the village.

Overall, Trumaisgearraidh is a charming and scenic village that offers a tranquil escape into the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Trumaisgearraidh Images

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A865 road by Traigh Athmor And another of those square "Passing Place" signs;  I much prefer the diamond shaped ones!
A865 road by Traigh Athmor
And another of those square "Passing Place" signs; I much prefer the diamond shaped ones!
Traigh Athmor A typical scattering of Outer Hebrides houses above the shore.
Traigh Athmor
A typical scattering of Outer Hebrides houses above the shore.
Salt marsh at Trumaisgearraidh With a good flowering of Thrift [Armeria maritima].
Salt marsh at Trumaisgearraidh
With a good flowering of Thrift [Armeria maritima].
Thrift on North Uist Good flowering on a salt marsh at Trumaisgearraidh. Growing with Sea Plantain.
Thrift on North Uist
Good flowering on a salt marsh at Trumaisgearraidh. Growing with Sea Plantain.
Thrift and Sea Plantain Armeria maritima and Plantago maritima on the salt marsh at Trumaisgearraidh.
Thrift and Sea Plantain
Armeria maritima and Plantago maritima on the salt marsh at Trumaisgearraidh.
Sea pinks, North Uist If you're lucky enough to be there at the right time, it's an amazing display.
Sea pinks, North Uist
If you're lucky enough to be there at the right time, it's an amazing display.
Old graveyard at Clachan Sanda This also contains the ruin of St Columba's Chapel.
Old graveyard at Clachan Sanda
This also contains the ruin of St Columba's Chapel.
Traigh Hornais Miles of sand and not a soul to be seen - that's Hebridean beaches for you.
Traigh Hornais
Miles of sand and not a soul to be seen - that's Hebridean beaches for you.
Gentle breakers on Traigh Hornais And the whole beach to ourselves - that's Hebridean beaches for you.
Gentle breakers on Traigh Hornais
And the whole beach to ourselves - that's Hebridean beaches for you.
Traigh Hornais dunes approaching Corran Bhalaig It was refreshing to see absolutely no trace of plastic waste on this and other Hebridean beaches.
Traigh Hornais dunes approaching Corran Bhalaig
It was refreshing to see absolutely no trace of plastic waste on this and other Hebridean beaches.
Near miss by a rainstorm On Traigh Hornais we were lucky to avoid a soaking from this near miss;  someone 'over there' was getting wet!
Near miss by a rainstorm
On Traigh Hornais we were lucky to avoid a soaking from this near miss; someone 'over there' was getting wet!
Clach an t-Sagairt [with oystercatcher] The name translates as the 'Priest's Stone' and the incised cross [see detailed photo] may be early medieval.
Clach an t-Sagairt [with oystercatcher]
The name translates as the 'Priest's Stone' and the incised cross [see detailed photo] may be early medieval.
Cross on Clach an t-Sagairt A close up view of the incised cross on this large block of gneiss, the name of which translates as the 'Priest's Stone'.
Cross on Clach an t-Sagairt
A close up view of the incised cross on this large block of gneiss, the name of which translates as the 'Priest's Stone'.
Traigh Hornais Another beautiful but deserted beach on North Uist. Who needs Barbados?
Traigh Hornais
Another beautiful but deserted beach on North Uist. Who needs Barbados?
Low tide, Traigh Athmor The tide runs out a long way here, exposing many hectares of sand.
Low tide, Traigh Athmor
The tide runs out a long way here, exposing many hectares of sand.
Dun Aonghuis The dun covers the whole of a small island in Loch Aonghais. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10366/north-uist-loch-aonghais-dun-aonais" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10366/north-uist-loch-aonghais-dun-aonais">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>
Dun Aonghuis
The dun covers the whole of a small island in Loch Aonghais. LinkExternal link
House near Trumaisgearraidh - view to the W from the B893
House near Trumaisgearraidh - view to the W from the B893
Track to Clachan Lodge
Track to Clachan Lodge
Show me another place!

Trumaisgearraidh is located at Grid Ref: NF8674 (Lat: 57.6539, Lng: -7.2557538)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

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Located within 500m of 57.6539,-7.2557538
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Trumisgarry
Naptan AtcoCode: 6010731865
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Trumisgarry
Naptan Indicator: Village
Naptan Landmark: Village
Naptan NaptanCode: 94723584
Naptan Street: Village
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 57.6523135/-7.2480662
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 57.6523571/-7.248051
Truimisgearraidh
Name En: Trumisgarry
Name Gd: Truimisgearraidh
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 57.6533117/-7.2531974
Generator Method: wind_turbine
Generator Source: wind
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.6531675/-7.2519623
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 57.653925/-7.2546591
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6530039/-7.2543012
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6526387/-7.2529399
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6523402/-7.2517946
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6520274/-7.2506198
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6517618/-7.2496569
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6515595/-7.248871
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Lat/Long: 57.6533667/-7.2557426
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Lat/Long: 57.6535403/-7.2563997
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6538833/-7.2576898
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