Lochslin Explained

Country:Scotland
Official Name:Lochslin
Gaelic Name:Loch Slinn
Os Grid Reference:NH840801
Map Type:Ross and Cromarty
Coordinates:57.7963°N -3.9519°W
Unitary Scotland:Highland
Post Town:Fearn
Postcode District:IV20 1
Postcode Area:IV

Lochslin (Gaelic; Scottish Gaelic: Loch Slinn) is a small hamlet, situated northeast of the fresh water loch, Loch Eye in Tain, Ross-shire, Scottish Highlands and is in the Scottish council area of Highland. Originally a loch that dried up, the loch survives in name only.[1] Close to the village is the ancient ruin of Lochslin Castle.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Martin Carver. Portmahomack: Monastery of the Picts: Monastery of the Picts. 7 June 2019. 1 July 2008. Edinburgh University Press. 978-0-7486-3046-2. 224.