Places to see in ( Tarbert - UK )
Places to see in ( Tarbert - UK )
Tarbert is a village in the west of Scotland, in the Argyll and Bute council area. It is built around East Loch Tarbert, an inlet of Loch Fyne, and extends over the isthmus which links the peninsula of Kintyre to Knapdale and West Loch Tarbert , Tarbert had a recorded population of 1,338 in the 2001 Census.
Tarbert has a long history both as a harbour and as a strategic point guarding access to Kintyre and the Inner Hebrides. The name Tarbert is the anglicised form of the Gaelic word tairbeart, which literally translates as carrying across and refers to the narrowest strip of land between two bodies of water over which goods or entire boats can be carried (portage). In past times cargoes were discharged from vessels berthed in one loch, hauled over the isthmus to the other loch, loaded onto vessels berthed there and shipped onward, allowing seafarers to avoid the sail around the Mull of Kintyre.
Tarbert was anciently part of the Gaelic overkingdom of Dál Riata and protected by three castles – in the village centre, at the head of the West Loch, and on the south side of the East Loch. The ruin of the last of these castles, Tarbert Castle, still exists and dominates Tarbert's skyline. Around the year 1098 Magnus Barefoot, King of Norway, had his longship carried across the isthmus at Tarbert to signify his possession of the Western Isles.
Despite its distinction as a strategic stronghold during the Middle Ages, Tarbert's socioeconomic prosperity came during the Early Modern period, as the port developed into a fishing town. At its height, the Loch Fyne herring fishery attracted hundreds of vessels to Tarbert.
Tarbert is a name from Gaelic for a small neck of land joining two larger pieces; an isthmus, at which Tarbert lies. Tarbert was anciently part of the Gaelic overkingdom of Dál Riata. It has been suggested as a scene of an action during a conflict for the kingdom's rule between Dúngal mac Selbaig and Eochaid mac Echdach. The Annals of Ulster attest that in 731, Dúngal burnt a Tairpert Boitir, which was most probably Tarbert and was at the time in the lands of the Cenél nGabráin.
The coast of Tarbert Bay is rocky and the cliffs are fringed with young firs, the village itself being an extremely tranquil and beautiful place. The parish church occupies a fine situation. Overlooking the harbour are the ruins of a castle built by Robert I of Scotland in 1326. The isthmus connecting the districts of Knapdale and Kintyre is little more than one mile wide, and boats once used to be dragged across to the head of West Loch Tarbert, a narrow sea loch nearly ten miles long. A proposal to cut a canal across to shorten the sail to Islay and Jura has never progressed further. Tarbert is famous for its seafood.
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A drive through Tarbert, situated on the banks of Loch Fyne, Argyll, Scotland.
A drive through Tarbert was filmed on Sunday, 13th March 2016.
MUSIC CREDITS
INTRO - Drum and Brass
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MAIN TRACK - Life of Riley
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LINKS
INFO ON TARBERT and KINTYRE
Tarbert Online -
Visit Kintyre -
HOTELS and RESTAURANTS
Victoria Hotel -
Anchor Hotel -
Islay Frigate Hotel -
Starfish Restaurant -
Tarbert Hotel -
Scott's Bistro -
ATTRACTIONS
The Kintyre Way -
Tarbert Music Festival -
Scottish Series -
Highland Horse Riding -
Tarbert Golf Club -
Cal Mac Ferries -
The Waverley -
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Please watch: Motorhome Wild Camping between Skipness and the Calmac ferry terminal at Claonaig on Kintyre, Argyll
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Panorama of Tarbert & Castle Kintyre Argyll Scotland UK
Sept 2014
Tarbert bei Lochgilphead in Argyll in Schottland
Tarbert bei Lochgilphead in Argyll in Schottland. Von hier aus fahren Sie zur Halbinsel Mull of Kintyre. Wir zeigen den schottischen Ort an der Westküste mit seinem Hafen und der (einzigen) Straße mit Geschäften, Restaurants und Hotels. Britain Travel Peter Storm - Urlaub in Schottland, scotland.de
Castles of Scotland - Argyll & Bute
Tribute video to the castles in Argyll & Bute, Scotland. Enjoy pictures of beautiful castles and castle ruins with building date(s) and person(s) who built them while listening to music by Celtic Woman.
NOTE: This video does not contain all castles in Argyll & Bute, Scotland but a selection of those that caught my eye or tickled my fancy.
Castles Listing -
Archallader Castle
Ardencapble (Ardincaple Castle/Ardencaple Castle Light)
Aros Castle
Barcaldine Castle
Calgary Castle
Carnasserie Castle (Carnassarie)
Carrick Castle
Duart Castle (Caisteal Dhubhairt)
Dunans Castle
Dunderave Castle
Dunollie Castle
Dunstaffnage Castle
Duntrune Castle
Dunyvaig Castle
Gylen Castle
Innes Chonnel Castle
Kames Castle
Kilchurn Castle
Kilmahew Castle
Kilmartin Castle
Old Lachlan Castle
Saddell Castle
Skipness Castle
Castle Stalker
Castle Sween
Tarbert Castle
Torrisdale Castle
Toward Castle
Audio Listing:
Beyond the Sea by Celtic Woman
Newgrange by Celtic Woman
Over the Rainbow by Celtic Woman
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Portavadie Calmac Ferry arrives at Tarbert Kintyre Argyll Scotland UK
Sept 2014
A Trip to Tarbert
I made this photo video for my Granny. This brought back many memories for her, she hasn't been back to Tarbert for over 20 years after living there for over 60 years.
Tarbert
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Stonefield Castle
Stonefield Castle is a stunning Bespoke Hotel on the sores of loch Fyne
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Elinor's 80th birthday party held at the Tarbet Hotel on Loch Lomond.
Scotland - Argyll & Bute
Scenes of Beautiful Argyll & Bute. Music - Ryan Farish~Open Sky
Campbeltown Kintyre Argyll
This video is of Campbeltown, Kintyre, Argyll. Taken December 2018 and most driving around Campbeltown, with some clips of A83 West Road, Southend, Bellochantay, Tarbert, Ardrishaig, Rest and be Thankful and Loch Lomond (Sorry for the dirty car window)
Argyll & Bute campaigning in Campbeltown
On the pier update from Campbeltown. The wind has affected the sound a bit. And the candidate's hair! But you can still hear the good news about the by-election in Oban.
Stonefield Castle Hotel �A Bespoke Hotel�, Argyll, United Kingdom HD review
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Built in 1837 and boasting many of the original period features, Stonefield Castle is an example of Scottish baronial architecture. Standing high on the famous Kintyre peninsula, the castle offers far-reaching, panoramic views of Loch Fyne.
All rooms have a private bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, and a TV. Many rooms overlook the Loch Fyne. Guests can also relax in the traditional, wood-paneled lounges or unwind on leisurely walks through the 60 acres of woodland grounds.
The award-winning restaurant at Stonefield Castle has stunning views of the Loch and offers traditional Scottish specialties. Ingredients are sourced locally and there is also an extensive selection of fine wines to compliment the menu.
Situated above the picturesque fishing village of Tarbert, the castle has undergone substantial refurbishment. It is now a 32-bedroom hotel offering free Wi-Fi, and free parking.
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Drove view of this beautiful castle in Scotland, with nice views, but sadly completely let down by very poor service.
Old Photographs Tarbert Loch Fyne Scotland
Tour Scotland wee video of old photographs of Tarbert, Scottish Gaelic: An Tairbeart, a village in the west of Scotland, in the Argyll and Bute council area. It is built around East Loch Tarbert, an inlet of Loch Fyne, and extends over the isthmus which links the peninsula of Kintyre to Knapdale and West Loch Tarbert. Tarbert has a long history both as a harbour and as a strategic point guarding access to Kintyre and the Inner Hebrides. The name Tarbert is the anglicised form of the Gaelic word tairbeart, which literally translates as carrying across and refers to the narrowest strip of land between two bodies of water over which goods or entire boats can be carried. In past times cargoes were discharged from vessels berthed in one loch, hauled over the isthmus to the other loch, loaded onto vessels berthed there and shipped onward, allowing seafarers to avoid the sail around the Mull of Kintyre. Tarbert Castle, still exists and dominates Tarbert's skyline. Around the year 1098 Magnus Barefoot, King of Norway, had his longship carried across the isthmus at Tarbert to signify his possession of the Western Isles.
Argyll & Bute From The Sky
Drone footage showing off the beautiful Argyll.
Shot on 3 drones - GoPro Karma, DJI Spark and DJI Mavic Air.
Edited using Final Cut Pro X.
Scotland Argyll II
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Tarbert harbour, Loch Fyne
Tarbert harbour, Loch Fyne