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About Taynuilt & Businesses and Attractions
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Taynuilt is a large village with a population
of about 800 people. It is a thriving centre just off
the main A85 road to Oban, which is only 12 miles away,
and is a very pleasant journey by either road or rail.
The village is surrounded by a number of hamlets which
include Kirkton, Ichrachan, Airds, Hafton and the more
outlying areas of Inverawe, Bridge of Awe, Airds Bay,
Barguillean, Balindore and Fearnoch. The name Taynuilt
is derived from the Gaelic 'Tigh-an-Uillt' meaning the
'house of the stream' which was a staging post and resting
place for travellers before the railway came in 1879. |
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Photos of the area |
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Bonawe Furnace was established in 1753 to smelt
iron ore imported from Cumbria, using charcoals made from
the extensive woods in the Taynuilt area. This industry
had a profound effect on the community until it was closed
in the late 19th century, employing about 600 people.
The buildings have been renovated and the furnace site
is now operated as an historical attraction by the National
trust for Scotland. It is open to the public from April
to October although, if you are visiting out of season,
you can still wander freely around the site. |
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Loch Etive extends for 18 miles from Connel (where
there are the spectacular tidal Falls of Lora) into the
mountains towards Glen Coe. There are no public roads
on the loch side beyond Taynuilt, but regular cruises
take visitors to the head of the loch during the summer.
The loch also offers excellent sailing and sea fishing. |
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Businesses and Attractions in and around Taynuilt
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Loch Visions
Philip Price - Freelance wildlife photographer and tour guide - one day
wildlife and digital photography tours on the banks of Loch Awe from a private nature reserve, in Kilchrenan.
Web: www.lochvisions.co.uk
Tel: 01866833272 Mob: 07767807123
Email: philipvprice@lochvisions.co.uk
Address: Dun Aluin, Kilchrenan, Argyll PA35 1HG |
Loch Etive Cruises
Loch Etive stretches some twenty miles inland from the 'Falls of Lora' at Connel Bridge to the mountains of Glencoe, which were formed during volcanic activity 420 million years ago. The loch itself, was carved by a glacier during the last ice age, between 18,000 and 10,000 years ago. When the glacier retreated northwards and finally melted, the sea filled the valley, reaching depths of 200 metres.
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A cruise on 'MARA' allows you to soak up some of the most dramatic scenery in Scotland inaccessible except by boat. Snow capped mountains, steep glens, isolated farms, waterfalls and golden beaches are just some of the magnificent sights to be seen on this lovely loch.
'MARA' pauses close to a seal colony to enable photographs to be taken and towards the head of the loch, Golden and Sea Eagles are becoming increasingly more frequent visitors.
CRUISES DEPART FROM KELLY'S PIER IN TAYNUILT VILLAGE SUNDAY THRU FRIDAY AND ARE A MIXTURE OF SHORTER 2 HOUR CRUISES AT 1000 AND 1200 TO THE SEAL COLONY AND A LONGER 3 HOUR CRUISE AT 1400 TO THE HEAD OF THE LOCH INCLUDING THE SEAL COLONY.
BOOKING NECESSARY CALL 07721732703 WORKING HOURS AND 01866 822430 EVENINGS.
Cruise departure time are:
1000hrs, 1200hrs and 1400hrs Sunday thru Friday.
Saturday and Evening Charters 2 hours for only £100 contact Donald on 01866 822430.
Cruise prices are:
1000hrs & 1200hrs: Adult £10 Child (1-15yrs) £8 Family £28 (2 Adult + 2 Child).
1400hrs: Adult £15 Child £12 Family £42.
Etive View
Taynuilt
Argyll
PA35 1JQ
Contact: Donald P. Kennedy
Phone: 01866 822430
Email: lochetive@aol.com |
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Airdeny Chalets
1 mile from Taynuilt, Airdeny Chalets is situated in 3.5 acres of peaceful natural habitat, with its own bluebell wood and a myriad of wildlife. The chalets enjoy spectacular views of Ben Cruachan and Glen Etive and each have their own parking area. There is plenty of space for children to run around in a safe environment. An added bonus is that it is a ‘midge free zone’!
The three 4 star, 3 bedroom chalets and four 3 star, 2 bedroom chalets are furnished to a very high standard and immaculately maintained by the resident owner.
Ideal for walking, cycling, fishing, bird watching, touring the Western Highlands & Islands or just relaxing.
Contact: Jenifer Moffat
Tel: +44 (0)1866 822648
Email: jenifer@airdenychalets.co.uk
Web: www.airdenychalets.co.uk
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Dogs welcome.
Assisted Wheelchair Access Award
Open all year.
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Kirkton Cottage and Mountain View Chalet
Kirkton Cottage (4 star) is a cosy cottage sleeping 2/4 with one twin and sofa bed. Mountain View (3 star), sleeps 2 . Both are situated in lovely mountain scenery half a mile from Taynuilt and 12 miles from Oban.
Ideally situated in a rural environment, this cosy cottage (sleeps 4) and Chalet (sleeps 2) have been furnished and equipped to a high standard to make your stay comfortable. Taynuilt, approx. half a mile, is an attractive village with shops, Post Office, 9 hole golf course, tearoom and Hotel all within walking distance. Beautiful Loch Etive with majestic Ben Cruachan is the perfect setting for a boat trip or fishing. Lovely area for walking, touring and relaxing or enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery. Oban – 12 miles – ferry point for cruises to surrounding islands. Has a variety of shops, swimming pool, leisure club and cinema.
Contact Information
Website : www.kirktoncroft.co.uk
Email : mail@kirktoncroft.co.uk
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Manish
Manish (named after a small township on the Isle of Harris, Western Isles), is friendly, clean, comfortable and assures a warm welcome.
Views towards Loch Etive & Ben Cruachan.
Accommodation consists of :-
- 1 family room with en-suite shower room
- 1 double room with space for a fold up bed, wash basin and close to bathroom with shower
- 1 twin room with space for two fold up beds, wash basin and close to bathroom with shower
All rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, shaving points and toiletries.
The lounge / dining room has a colour TV.
The breakfast menu has a varied choice to suit all and vegetarians can be catered for.
Off Road Parking
House trained dogs are welcome
NO SMOKING is permitted in any public rooms
Iron available on request.
Garage for bicycles and wet weather clothing
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Taynuilt Village and the surrounding area has several points of interest including; “The Bonawe Iron Furnace”.
One of the first monuments erected in memory of Lord Nelson after his death at Trafalgar.
Very rare Atlantic Oakwoods.
Ben Cruachan ( “the Hollow Mountain”) and surrounding mountains over 1000 metres high.
Loch Etive one of Scotland’s longest sea lochs with loch cruises and excellent sea loch fishing.
Freshwater loch and river fishing.
Loch Awe has excellent fresh water fishing
Nine hole golf course & all weather pitch and playing field.
Historic gardens, forest walks and mountain biking.
Weekly ceilidhs in the village hall during July and August and Taynuilt Highland Games in July.
Popular village shops, post office, hotel and the excellent Robin’s Nest Tearoom.
Oban, known as the Gateway to the Isles is a twenty five minute drive away, with bus and train connections from Taynuilt. One can catch ferries to Kerrera, Lismore, Iona, Mull, Coll, Colonsay, Tiree, Barra, Uist & Islay on a Wednesday.
Tariff for Bed & Breakfast
Family/double/twin room with en-suite shower room - £30.00 per night per person
Double room – £28.00 per night per person
Twin room - £28.00 per night per person
Margaret Manish
Phone: +44 (0)1866 822572
Email: m.mclellan1@sky.com |
Lichen Burn
Lichen Burn is a newly-built house situated in beautiful Glen Nant, on the edge of Taynuilt. The two guest suites are on the garden level overlooking the river and the Caledonian Forest Reserve. The bedrooms are large and contain a superking/twin beds, 2 armchairs, TV, tea/coffee tray and wifi broadband. Each bedroom has a large ensuite bathroom with full-size bath and shower. The rooms are big enough to be used as sitting-rooms with comfortable armchairs and french windows opening onto a deck.
Price per room from £70 per night
Rosemary Todhunter
Tel: +44 (0) 1866 822117
email: rosemary@todhunter.wanadoo.co.uk
web: www.lichen-burn.co.uk
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Taynuilt
Trees
Bareroot native tree nursery in Taynuilt, North Argyll (seed
zone 106). All stock is grown outdoors, from locally collected
native seed. Hardy, high quality trees and a friendly personal
service. Hedging, amenity or forestry trees. No order too
small, islands or mainland. Nursery inspections welcomed
by appointment.
Peter McCracken
Phone: 01866 822591 Fax: 0870 4580536
Email: peter@treetrader.co.uk
URL: www.taynuilttrees.co.uk
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