Tahay
Tahay (Scottish Gaelic: Taghaigh) is an island in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. The name originates from the Old Norse tagg-øy meaning island with a prominent hill. At 53 hectares (130 acres) in area and with a central peak of 65 metres (213 ft), it is the largest of the group of uninhabited islands off the north east coast of North Uist.
| Scottish Gaelic name | Taghaigh |
|---|---|
| Old Norse name | Tagg-øy |
| Meaning of name | island with a prominent hill |
| Location | |
Tahay Tahay shown within the Outer Hebrides | |
| OS grid reference | NF965755 |
| Coordinates | 57.67°N 7.09°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Uists & Barra |
| Area | 53 ha (130 acres) |
| Area rank | 196= |
| Highest elevation | 65 m (213 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
| References | |
The island is used for sheep grazing and peat cutting.
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