Teampull na Trionaid
Medieval monastery and school ruins at Carinish in North Uist, once an important scholarly center in the Hebrides.
The Teampull na Trionaid site lies at Carinish in southern North Uist. Tradition holds that it was founded in the 13th century by Beathag, daughter of Somerled. In the Middle Ages it was a renowned monastery and school in the Hebrides, and John Duns Scotus is said to have studied here. Today its remains include the stone walls and arches of two churches. Nearby was the battlefield of the 1601 Battle of Carinish, fought between clans. Free admission, a few minutes' walk from the roadside.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Barpa Langass
- Pobull Fhinn
- Loch Druidibeg National Nature Reserve
- Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Arts Centre
- Our Lady of the Isles
- Scolpaig Tower
- Balranald Nature Reserve (RSPB)
- Berneray West Beach