Tommore Linn

Tommore Linn is a waterfall in Moray, north-east Scotland. It lies where a river drops sharply over hard rock into a deep plunge pool. The word ‘linn’ in its name shows it is an old Scots term for a waterfall or the pool below. The surrounding landscape is typical of the wet, rugged Highlands nearby. Many similar falls dot the west coast highlands where rivers tumble down steep slopes. Scotland counts more than 150 named waterfalls, most of them in this mountainous region. The site is worth a visit because it is one of the taller single-drop falls in the country. Its height comes from the sudden drop over resistant rock layers. Visitors can stand close to the brink and watch the water crash into the pool below. The noise and spray add to the sense of power in the place. The falls sit among quiet glens that see few crowds, making the scene feel wilder. A path leads from the road down to the base of the linn. From there, walkers can follow the river upstream or downstream to see more of the gorge. The plunge pool is deep enough for swimmers on calm days. Above the fall, the river flows through open moorland dotted with heather. On misty mornings the whole glen can be wrapped in low cloud, adding drama to the waterfall.