Calve Island, Tidal island in Inner Hebrides, Scotland
Description
Calve Island is a tidal island in the Inner Hebrides off the Isle of Mull in Scotland. It provides natural shelter for Tobermory Bay and can be accessed during low tide through a narrow passage.
History
The island was farmed into the mid-20th century when a family lived there. Since then it has been largely left alone and serves as open land today.
Culture
The island's Gaelic name reflects the linguistic identity of the Inner Hebrides. Walking across the land, you can sense how language and place names still connect to the region's heritage.
Practical
Access is across a path that floods at high tide, so you need to plan around tide times. Watch the weather carefully and wear appropriate shoes, as the ground can be wet and slippery.
Did you know?
A whitewashed farmhouse with large outbuildings sits on the western shore, a reminder of the island's past settlement. This building stands as a quiet mark of earlier farming life and catches visitors' attention as they walk the land.
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