Muir of Ord is a town in the Highlands of Scotland. It is positioned near the western boundary of the Black Isle, about 9 miles (14 kilometres) west of the city of Inverness and also 5 1/2 miles (9 km) south of Dingwall. The village has a population of 2,690 and sits 35 metres (115 feet) above water level. Called Tarradale till 1862, historically access to the town was limited by the all-natural obstacles of the River Beauly and also the River Conon. This transformed in 1814 with the building and construction of the Conon Bridge. Cattle chauffeurs used the brand-new paths to move animals and also markets were established in 1820 near where the village now lies. In 1835 whisky distilling procedures were lawfully provided in the village and also by 1885 the Mill of Ord produced 80,000 imperial gallons (360,000 l) each year. The village grew thoroughly in the 19th century due to the establishment of the distillery and also goods industries.