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EXPLORE 2020-2021
the outer
hebrides
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Contents
2 The Outer Hebrides
at a glance
4 Culture & history
6 Paradise islands
8 Outdoor activities
10 Creative islands
12 Natural larder
14 Year of Coasts
and Waters 2020
16 What’s on
celebrating
celebrating 30
30 years
years 18 Travel tips
20 Practical information
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MacLean’sBakery
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Welcome to the edge of the world. Just getting to the Outer Hebrides is
an adventure. This idyllic island chain sits in the wild blue Atlantic
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Ocean 30 miles off the west coast of Scotland. Here you can wander
along pristine beaches and remote mountain paths in one of
Britain’s last remaining wildernesses. Among the breathtaking
scenery and amazing wildlife, you’ll find friendly
towns and villages with a rich and vibrant
culture.
This is a land steeped in ancient history,
where you can get close to 4,000-year-old
standing stones and visit abandoned islands. Cover: The Calanais Standing
Listen to the calls of thousands of visiting birds, Stones, Isle of Lewis
smell the peat smoke in a traditional Above image: Ness Beach,
blackhouse and taste the rare flavours of an
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Isle of Lewis
island whisky. Come and see why Scotland’s
S T Highlands & Islands were named a top region
in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2019.
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2 THE OUTER HEBRIDES
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At the height
of summer, the kayak and you might see
Outer Hebrides seals, dolphins and basking
enjoy 22 hours sharks. Contact Barra Surf
of daylight. and Coastal Adventures.
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before sampling it yourself at
Hebridean Smokehouse on
North Uist.
' Sample the sugar-kelp
infused Isle of Harris Gin,
produced from the island’s
first legal distillery.
' Dress like a native in the
world-famous Harris Tweed
and Knitwear.
Don’t miss...
' Tasting the exquisite local
shellfish throughout the
the outer hebrides Outer Hebrides such as
at a glance
lobsters, scallops, crabs,
mussels and oysters.
' Savouring a dram of single
Na h-Eileanan an iar malt whisky from the
Abhainn Dearg Distillery
aig aon sealladh Stornoway Harbour, Isle of Lewis
in Uig, the most westerly
distillery in Scotland – and
the oldest (legal!) whisky
Which island will you visit first? There are 15 inhabited islands, all with their own unique North Uist South Uist distillery in the Outer
character, and hundreds of uninhabited isles and skerries. Each is a treasure trove of adventure Peace is here in abundance amid Enjoy more than 20 miles of Hebrides.
and discovery. You could step back in time at one of Barra’s 83 archaeological sites, explore the the island’s long stretches of sand, brilliant white sand beaches,
' Museum nan Eilean at Lews
mountain peaks of Harris or go birdwatching on North Uist. peat bogs and countless small fresh play Askernish’s ‘lost golf course’
Castle offers an interactive
lochs. Visit the RSPB Balranald created by ‘Old’ Tom Morris or
explanation of the history and
Nature Reserve to search for the visit the vast Loch Druidibeg
Lewis Harris St Kilda culture of the Outer Hebrides
elusive corncrake and see the Nature Reserve, which supports a
Lewis is the northern section of North Harris is a crumpled land of The majestic islands of St Kilda are alongside a stunning
island’s most notable historical large colony of greylag geese and
the single island known as Lewis imposing hills and peaks, formed one of the most special places on exhibition of unique objects
sites including the 18ft high hundreds of different plant species.
and Harris – the largest island in from some of the oldest rocks on the planet. You will be awed by the dating from prehistory to
chambered cairn, Barpa Langass.
Scotland. Here you can travel over the planet – 3 billion years old and highest sea cliffs in the UK (1,410ft) Barra the present day, including
atmospheric moorland dotted counting. On the West coast, you and deafened by the cacophony of Benbecula You won’t visit a more dramatically six of the original Lewis
with sparkling freshwater lochans, can paddle on some of the most seabirds. The islands lie 40 miles This flat island has beautiful west sited stronghold than medieval Chessmen pieces, the single
to an epic coastline of steep cliffs spectacular beaches of Britain – out in the Atlantic west of North coast beaches backed by lush Kisimul Castle in Castlebay. Its greatest archaeological find
and spellbinding beaches. Visit they really do rival those of the Uist and life here was tough – the machair, the low-lying fertile plain mighty walls rise sheer from a in Scotland.
the magnificent Calanais Standing Caribbean and Thailand. Look out inhabitants abandoned their typical of the Outer Hebrides. Visit rocky islet in the bay. Enjoy the
' A walk along a secluded
Stones and explore Stornoway, the for seals at Loch Flodabay or tee up homes forever in 1930. the 14th century castle ruin at remarkable scenery of one of the white sandy beach on the
island’s charming main settlement for golf at Scarista on the edge of Borve and the Heritage Centre in beaches such as Tangasdale, or Isle of Berneray, where the
and the largest town in the Outer the Atlantic. Castlebay. cycle or walk around this small but only noise is the sound of
Hebrides. beautiful island. the waves and the birds
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Highlights
' It’s a short but spectacular
boat trip to Kisimul Castle,
Barra, perched on a rocky
island in Castlebay.
' Step back in time at Bosta
culture
Iron Age House, Bosta, Great
Bernera, Isle of Lewis. This
reconstructed dwelling was
& history
inspired by the remains of
real Iron Age houses exposed
after a storm.
cultar & eachdraidh Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, Isle of Lewis ' Get a glimpse of island life
in a restored traditional
crofting township at
Our ancestors first roamed over the beautiful Outer Hebrides 9,000 years ago. It wasn’t long before The Lewis Chessmen, Museum nan Eilean at Lews Castle, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis Gearrannan Blackhouse
they were making their mark on the landscape, and when you come here you’ll feel history is a Village, Lewis.
living, breathing part of life. You can see it in the historical attractions and prehistoric relics, and
hear it in the language and stories of the people. Don’t miss...
' It’s hard to imagine a more
The whole of Lewis is one giant Museum nan Eilean is an exciting heritage centre. Find out about the beautiful setting for a stone
treasure trove, so rich is the island museum and public archive in islanders’ changing lifestyles, from circle than that of Pobull
with archaeological gems left the leafy grounds of Lews Castle, maritime and crofting to home life Fhinn, on North Uist.
behind by its ancient inhabitants. Stornoway. Six of the iconic Lewis and leisure. Pay your respects to Alasdair
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When you reach out to touch the Chessmen, uncovered in Uig on Crotach, chief of Clan
Walk in the footsteps of a prince on
Calanais Standing Stones your the west coast of Lewis in the 19th MacLeod at his magnificent
a visit to the Isle of Eriskay. During
fingers are pressing on a monument century, have been returned to the medieval tomb in St
the time of the Jacobite Risings,
that was built before the Pyramids island and the new museum on Clement’s Church on Harris.
Bonnie Prince Charlie landed on
of Giza. Find out just how our permanent display.
this small island from France and Why is the Clanranald Stone
ambitious ancestors erected the '
Take the journey of a lifetime and later hid in the Outer Hebrides so mysterious? Come to the
stones and how they used them in
sail to the astonishing archipelago to avoid capture by government Kildonan Museum on South
the visitor centre.
of St Kilda, one of the most remote troops following defeat at Culloden. Uist and find out.
You’ll notice there are very few parts of the British Isles. Learn
What better place to learn about A trip to the most southerly
trees on Lewis and Harris – so the about the hardy people who once '
your Hebridean roots and Scottish island of Vatersay with a
inhabitants burn peat for fuel, lived in the village, now abandoned
clan culture than the Outer Hebrides walk to the disused village
rather than firewood. You can see and part of a dual UNESCO World
themselves? Head to the Seallam! of Eorasdail which was
– and smell! – exactly what this Heritage Site.
Visitor Centre in Northton on Harris established by fishermen
was like at a traditional Hebridean
Learn about the culture, history and and tap into their extensive archives. from Mingulay, and was
blackhouse at Arnol.
language of Barra at the island’s abandoned in the early
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6 THE OUTER HEBRIDES explore more
' Birder? Head to RSPB
Balranald Nature Reserve,
North Uist to see lapwings,
corncrakes, merlins and hen
harriers.
' We have our very own eagle
observatory and Bird of
Prey Trail on Harris, where
you stand a good chance of
spotting golden and white-
tailed eagles.
' Meet the population of hardy
Eriskay ponies, a rare breed
which originated on the
island. The ponies can also
be found on South Uist.
Don’t miss...
' Seals coming ashore to pup
in the autumn months at
Flodabay, Isle of Harris.
' Hundreds of greylag geese on
the Monach Isles or around
Loch Druidibeg on South
Paradise
Uist.
islands
' Once you’ve heard the
distinctive call of the elusive
corncrake, you’ll always
remember it.
Eileanan parras Tolsta Beach, Isle of Lewis
Once you’ve admired our beautiful Gannets
Even birds love holidaying in the Outer Hebrides. We see more than our fair share of feathered This is otter madness. Here in the
visitors, including rare corncrakes. And plenty of beautiful birds, such as white-tailed eagles, live Outer Hebrides we have more otters birds and animals, you should also
here all year round. Our archipelago is also full of fascinating flora and marine life and you can visit per square mile than anywhere else check out the amazing range of
in north west Europe. Watch out for flora, some of which is very rare. You
three National Nature Reserves (NNRs) here.
the playful creatures hunting along can see a thousand types of wild
From the cliffs at the Butt of Lewis The isles of North Rona and Sula another NNR. They play host to rocky shorelines. flower in the Outer Hebrides, and at
you can admire the acrobatics of Sgeir are so remote (they lie 44 miles hundreds of barnacle geese and one the height of summer the machair is
Luskentyre Sands in the west of
fulmars, kittiwakes and shags as north of Lewis) that they make a rare of the largest breeding colonies of transformed into a colourful carpet
Harris is regularly voted one of
they drop from their perches on the prize for island-baggers. They are Atlantic grey seals in the world. of orchids, yellow irises and poppies.
Britain’s best beaches for good
hunt for a meal. uninhabited by humans, but attract Seeing red deer, one of the most
For staggering seabird spectacles, reason – it is absolutely gorgeous.
tens of thousands of breeding iconic animals, can be a common
Ever seen a basking shark break it’s hard to beat St Kilda. Here you The sands are white gold, the sea
seabirds including guillemots, experience on the isles of Harris and
the surface of the sea? It’s quite an can see what one million seabirds is turquoise shelving to deep blue,
gannets and storm petrels. Lewis and on one the wildlife tours
experience. Take a boat trip and you look like, including one of the and behind it all lie the rugged
might also see bottlenose dolphins, The Monach Isles, west of North world’s largest gannet colonies and mountains of the north. on offer here, you may strike lucky
grey seals and even orcas and Uist, have been protected as the UK’s largest puffin colony. and spot the shy otters that live and
humpback whales. feed in the sea lochs and waters.
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97 named South Uist.
beaches in the
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' Ready for adventure?
Contact Scaladale Centre
on Harris, who specialise
in sailing tours, guided
canoe trips and other wild
ventures.
' Go snorkelling and free-
diving amongst kelp forests
and wrecks with Benbecula
Freedive in Balinvanich.
Don’t miss...
' Paddle from cove to cove on
turquoise waters by kayak on
the Uists.
' Wait for the tide to ebb and
explore the sea caves and
stacks at Garry Beach, Tolsta.
' Always wanted to surf?
outdoor Learn on the stunning sandy
activities
beaches of the Isle of Barra
with Barra Surf and Coastal
Adventures.
cur-seachadan a-muigh Hebridean Way
Sea Kayaking with Clearwater Paddling
You wake. You step out of your door and breathe the pure Hebridean morning air. Wherever you are Anglers – there are 2,000 lochs Saddle up and cycle along
in these islands, a wild natural playground is right on your doorstep. Today you can find thrilling on Lewis and most of them the whole island chain on the
adventure, pure peace and a little bit of everything in between. Walking, cycling, kayaking, surfing are brimming with fish. And Hebridean Way, which stretches
our coastline has many rocky from Barra to the Butt of Lewis. Or
or playing golf in stunning surroundings – what will you do first?
promontories and shelving why not take it easy and explore the
beaches if you like sea-angling. quiet roads for the day?
Venture on The Hebridean Way, on can choose how thrilling you want Clear waters with reefs, pinnacles,
foot or by bike, through some of it, from the wide open beaches of wrecks and fantastic marine life – Try Amhuinnsuidhe Castle Estate Have I been teleported to Thailand?
the most spectacular landscapes in Uig to the sheltered waters around sound like a fun dive? on Harris and Stòras Uibhist on No, this really is Scotland. Here you
the UK. This 156-mile walking route Vatersay. South Uist. can explore hundreds of stunning
For a relaxing ramble, walk the
and 185-mile cycle network takes Golf doesn’t get more scenic – and white sand beaches that are often
Surfers descend on Lewis like bees Cladh Hallan Roundhouses circular,
in the surrounding rugged hills, affordable – than here. The Isle of completely deserted. While away
round a honeypot. Pop your board near Daliburgh on South Uist. For
wildlife, and heritage of the Outer Harris Golf Club, Benbecula Golf the hours relaxing on Garry on
in the car and head to Dalmore, more of a walk on the wild side try
Hebrides. Club and Askernish Golf Club , Isle Lewis or Tangasdale on Barra and
Dalbeg or Mangersta beach for the Lewis West Side coastal walk or
of South Uist - are all true gems. enjoy the gorgeous scenery these
Rough or smooth? For kite surfing, some of the most consistent surf in the Clisham Horseshoe on Harris.
island paradises offer.
power kiting and windsurfing you Europe thanks to year-round swells.
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10 THE OUTER HEBRIDES Learn the
Language
Many local residents speak
Scottish Gaelic, a Celtic language
native to Scotland. If you hear
them talking, why not have fun
and join in with a few everyday
phrases?
Madainn mhath –
Pronounced: madeeng vah
– good morning
Fàilte – Pronounced: falcha
– welcome
Ciamar a tha thu? –
Pronounced: keemar a ha oo?
– how are you?
Cò as a tha thu? –
Pronounced: co ass a ha oo?
– where are you from?
Tapadh leat –
Pronounced: tap-ah lat
– thank you
Uisge-beatha –
creative
Pronounced: uska ber
– whisky
Slàinte mhath! –
outdoor Pronounced: slancha va
– Cheers!/Good health!
eileanan cruthachail The An Lanntair Arts Centre, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis Mar sin leat! –
Pronounced: mar shin let-h
– goodbye
When you live in a place this beautiful, creativity flows easily. You’ll find the people of the Outer The Hebridean Woolshed, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
Hebrides express their passion for life in music, painting, crafts, fabrics, drama, photography, More information can be found at
poetry and myriad other ways. www.visitscotland.com/gaelic
Gaelic is the original language of Hebrides will fire your artistic Choose a unique ceramic work
the Outer Hebrides and its many imagination. Or see how the pros do from Uist Craft Producers, or pick Don’t miss...
speakers have a rich singing it at the many studios and galleries up some handmade knitwear from ' Cinema in spectacular
tradition. Hear Gaelic songs and on these islands. Harris Tweed and Knitwear. surroundings – the Hebrides
foot-stomping music at some of the International Film Festival in
Art really is part of life here, and we Nowhere else on earth makes
great live music festivals, such as the September.
are very proud to welcome you to true Harris Tweed, a luxury cloth
Hebridean Celtic Music Festival (or
venues such as An Lanntair on Lewis handwoven by islanders using ' Hear the fascinating Story of
HebCelt for short), the Eilean Dorcha
and Taigh Chearsabhagh on North local wool. of Harris Tweed at the new
Festival in Benbecula or the Fèisean,
Uist that display stunning works Harris Tweed Brand Room
local annual festivals celebrating The Eriskay Jersey is one of the
from local and international artists. in Stornoway Town Hall –
traditional music and culture. rarest pieces of craftwork in
Take your loved ones a piece of Scotland. Traditionally, these Sgeulachd a’ Chlò Mhòir.
Bring your sketch pad and camera
handcrafted Celtic jewellery from intricately patterned seamless
– the natural beauty of the Outer
Hebridean Jewellery on South Uist. jerseys were made by island women
for their fisherman husbands.
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pâté on homemade oatcakes.
See what we mean at the
Kildonan Centre on the Isle
of South Uist.
Don’t miss...
' The fresh local salmon at
Digby Chick restaurant in
Stornoway.
' Wonderful flavours at
Charlies Bistro in Benbecula
with fresh ingredients from
Salar Smokehouse.
natural
' Incredible views and
delicious food at Uig Sands
Restaurant on Lewis.
larder ' Delicious seafood and a
Preas-bidhe Nàdair
Langass Lodge, mouthwatering view at the
Loch Eport, Isle of North Uist popular Polochar Inn, South
Uist.
Creel boat near Griminish, Benbecula
Taste the beauty – the fresh produce and home-cooked flavours of these glorious islands are The catch of the day – watch
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simply unbeatable. From smoked salmon and fresh shellfish to succulent beef, lamb and much the boats come home to
more – you are officially in foodie heaven! Kallin harbour at Grimsay,
North Uist.
One taste and you’ll see why so special? Visit the Hebridean Savour a dram of single malt
Stornoway celebrated kippers have Smokehouse on North Uist or whisky from the Abhainn Dearg
been popular for over 150 years. the Harris & Lewis Smokehouse Distillery in Uig, the most westerly
in Stornoway, and find out for distillery in Scotland, some Barra
While there you can also savour
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famous Stornoway black pudding.
Buy it from the butcher or try it in Discover the distinct flavour of
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local cafés and restaurants. Hebridean mutton, which comes The Isle of Harris
from hill sheep that have grazed So fresh it was swimming this Distillery, the first
You can feast on exquisite local
on heather. morning – that’s how good the local on the island, is
shellfish such as lobster, scallops, known as ‘The
seafood at the Anchorage on the
crabs, mussels and oysters Ease your cares away with a bottle Social Distillery’.
Isle of Harris is.
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Hebridean peat-smoked salmon
the new North Uist Distillery. Hebridean Toffee on the Isle of Barra.
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14 THE OUTER HEBRIDES Don’t miss...
' The opportunity to see
Harris Tweed being woven
by skilled local crafters.
' The delectable local produce
– scallops, lobster, crab,
lamb, beef and the delicious
Stornoway black pudding.
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WATERS 2020
of events happening across the
Outer Hebrides and the rest of the
country. For more information visit
www.visitscotland.com/ycw2020
Bliadhna Cladaichean IS Share your experiences using
Uisgeachan na h-Alba 2020 The beach at Luskentyre, Isle of Harris #ScotlandIsNow and #YCW2020
Explore the variety of brilliant adventures that await you in the Outer Hebrides! And what better Go wild From sea to plate Stacks to do
way to celebrate the Year of Coasts and Waters 2020 than with an exciting programme of events Take a boat trip on the coast of Lewis The islands are bursting with The Outer Hebrides are full of
and watch out for whales, dolphins distinctive local flavours. As you’d history, heritage with scenery
that showcases all the great wonders that the islands has to offer?
and soaring seabirds while hearing expect, we have an abundance of and surroundings that really take
stories of vanished lighthouse delicious seafood, straight from you back in time. Discover great
It’s the captivating views, the Swim and go snorkelling in a region, and with white sands and the harbours of Stornoway (Lewis),
keepers on the Flannan Isles. attractions set amidst stunning
endless beaches, ancient history, secluded bay, or fish in one of the clear blue waters, it can pass as a Kallin (North Uist) and Castlebay seascapes including Kisimul Castle
wonderful wildlife and finest fresh 2,000 lochs dotted around the tropical paradise on a good day. Visit RSPB Balranald Nature
(Barra), and available in our in Castlebay on Barra which is the
food that truly make a visit to the islands. Or take to the turquoise Reserve on North Uist to hear the
Take a boat trip to the renowned many excellent eateries. Tuck into only surviving medieval castle in
Outer Hebrides extraordinary. waters for a spot of kayaking and distinctive rasping call of the rare
World Heritage archipelago of St sublime salmon, monkfish, hand- the region. Or head to the Island
The islands boast a hugely diverse you could find yourself sharing British corncrake. Watch out for
Kilda, only 40 miles westwards. The dived scallops and langoustines of Great Bernera, where you can
coastal scenery, ranging from the waves with some playful seals. porpoises, orcas and minke whales,
islands seem lost in another age from our pristine waters. Look out witness the stunning Bosta Iron
dramatic cliffs and sea stacks to On the Isle of Uist, you can enjoy basking sharks and dolphins
on the very edge of Europe, with for the Isle of Harris Distillery in Age House right on the sandy
gleaming white beaches, and a rich guided walks by the coast or horse teeming in the waters all around.
a fascinating deserted village and Tarbert. Although their single malt, beach. This was part of the most
offering of inland waters, rivers, riding on the beach, or for the more In the azure blue surface water, you
large colonies of seabirds. The Hearach, isn’t available yet, completely preserved late-Iron Age
loch and waterfalls. adventurous, rock climbing and could be treated to a dazzling light
you can try their distinctive Isle of village ever found in the country.
coasteering right on the seacliffs. Sail to one of the many remote show as the sun reflects off shoals
Outdoors adventures Harris Gin and take a tour of the In Stornoway, the Lews Castle
uninhabited islands of the Outer of herring.
Get out here! Explore the wild Island hopping distillery. Don’t miss the brand new Museum and Archive gives you
Hebrides, full of dramatic mystery
landscapes and rugged coastlines Grab your bucket and spade For a wildlife experience with a Loomshed Brewery on Harris, or a chance to see six of the world
and beauty, from Taransay, which
of the Outer Hebrides on a walking and explore the Outer Hebrides’ difference, head to South Uist to the North Uist Distillery. famous 12th century Lewis
was featured in the reality TV show
or cycling adventure, exploring one dramatic coastline, islands and seek out the island’s resident wild Chessmen back home on the island
Castaway to the Shiants, which
of Scotland’s newest long-distance seaside spots. West Beach on ponies. They can usually be seen where they were found, as well as
inspired Adam Nicolson to write the
trails – the Hebridean Way. Berneray is a stunning part of the on the road to Loch Skipport and many other maritime stories of
amazing book Sea Room.
around nearby Loch Druidibeg. these isles.
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' Fèisean are local annual
festivals, celebrating
traditional music and culture.
They happen throughout the
Outer Hebrides, so it’s easy to
catch one.
' Golfers will love the Lewis
Golf Week in July, a seven-
day extravaganza of golf
activities including the
Western Isles Open Amateur
Championships for Men,
Ladies and Juniors.
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piping and singing.
It’s all happening in the Outer Hebrides. You can enjoy a terrific variety of events in the summer Ocean) celebrating the opening the Faclan. Readers and world- mountains. You’ll find everything
months, which showcase the rich culture of these beautiful islands. From live music and film of Stornoway’s new marina. This class authors come together in from guided walks around some
exciting four-day event promises an inspiring Hebridean setting for truly magnificent scenery to guest
festivals to boat and even mountain festivals, we have something going on here to keep you
to be a truly vibrant Hebridean readings, screenings, performances speakers, outdoor sports sessions,
entertained.
cultural experience, with sailing and discussions. powerboat tours and much more.
Ancestral Hebrides. Head to South Uist in The Hebridean Celtic Festival has events, workshops, races, ceilidhs Run a half marathon in
and local produce; whilst also
Food & drink
Are you descended from a MacNeil July for its games to see Highland quietly turned into one of the most surroundings so beautiful that
Look in our natural larder and you’ll
or MacLeod? Then your ancestors dancing, piping, caber tossing and special festivals in the country. Pop exploring the nature, culture, they’ll take your mind off the
see smoked salmon, fresh shellfish
could have come from the Outer much more. along to Lewis in July and soak up history, music, food and people challenge. There are popular
and succulent beef and lamb on the
Hebrides. Many other clans the magical atmosphere for yourself. of the Outer Hebrides. summer events on the islands
Arts and culture shelves amongst many other foodie
originated here, too, so visit Cò Leis Head to Benbecula for the annual In September you can catch some goodies. Go to the agricultural of Lewis, Harris, Benbecula and
Thu? in the Seallam! Visitor Centre Gaelic is a musical language as well
summer event, Eilean Dorcha culture at the Harris Arts Festival. shows at Carloway or North Uist in Barra, with 10k, 5k and fun runs for
on Harris, and see what their as a spoken one, and it has one
Festival, for great bands, stunning You could take a workshop on August to try out some Hebridean younger or beginner runners.
genealogical resources have to say of the richest singing traditions in
scenery, and brilliant headline basket making or peg loom produce for yourself. In July, enjoy the Isle of Harris
about your family history. Europe. You can hear Gaelic singing
acts. weaving, shop for local textiles, Festival of the Sea – Feis Mara Na
and foot-stomping traditional
Hebridean clan culture is alive and enjoy drama by touring Outdoor Hearadh – with exciting watersport
music at one of the Outer Hebrides’ In August, do not miss
and kicking today, as you’ll see theatre companies and live music. Ready for the high-life? The Isle
arts venues such as An Lanntair on Steòrnabhagh air a’Chùan activities, including sea kayaking,
at a Highland games in the Outer of Harris Mountain Festival is
Lewis or Taigh Chearsabhagh on Festival (Stornoway on the If you’re a bookworm you’ll love the rowing, sailing and more.
a week-long celebration of the
North Uist. annual Hebridean Book Festival,
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out more
We have a number of points
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and inspiration!
Discover more of the Outer
Hebrides in a our VisitScotland
iCentre in Stornoway. Our
friendly information experts
can offer advice on what’s on
and where to go as well as book
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events, activities and transport.
travel Our Shop Local initiative
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The Outer Hebrides have a unique geography – they are dozens of islands strung out in a 100‑mile
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it easy to get about. You can also get tailored advice
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With your own transport, you can and from the mainland to Barra, thoughout the islands. You can from eight Welcome Points from
explore the islands in your own Stornoway, Tarbert, Lochmaddy make large savings with Caledonian Vatersay to Ness in Lewis where
time. Several of the main islands and Lochboisdale. MacBrayne’s special flexible ferry local businesses have partnered
are linked by causeways, while tickets. The Hopscotch® tickets with us to provide information.
For further details about driving
Caledonian MacBrayne runs a are valid for one month and let Find out more at
safely in Scotland, visit
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but you’ll find they are in good call 0800 066 5000.
throughout Lewis and Harris, most
condition. Just ensure you make running from Monday to Saturday. By air
use of the passing places to allow Services on the Uists, Benbecula There are flights to the Outer
other vehicles to pass. At the start of and Eriskay focus on the main ' For all local and national
Hebrides from Glasgow, Edinburgh
a journey, make sure you fill up as spinal route from Berneray to public transport timetables
and Inverness with Loganair.
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through the islands from Berneray For details of inter-island Loganair
number of tour buses and
to Eriskay. There are ferry terminals By ferry flights, visit www.loganair.co.uk or
cars (which can often give
at Stornoway and Leverburgh, Caledonian MacBrayne runs call 0344 800 2855.
customised itineraries)
and car ferries on the routes inter-island services with well-
taking people around the
between Harris and the Uists, equipped car and passenger ferries
sites of the islands.
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have been split into the • Events & festivals the map which appears at the back insurance prior to your trip. further information see the
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GEOCRAB, ISLE OF HARRIS B5 CASTLEBAY, ISLE OF BARRA E5
Places to visit Places to visit
Kisimul Castle
Art Galleries Castles, historic homes & Historic Scotland, In Castlebay, Isle of Barra,
HS9 5UZ
T: 01871 810313 customer@hes.scot
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The best preserved medieval castle in the
Also check Visitor attractions Western Isles, seat of the chiefs of the Clan
MacNeil. Reached by small boat from
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Skoon Gallery
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Andrew & Emma Craig 4 Geocrab, Isle of Harris HS3 3HB
T: 01859 530268 info@skoon.com www.skoon.com
Small, comfortable gallery where you can browse original oil paintings by
resident artist Andrew John Craig. Freshly ground coffee and leaf tea also
BALALLAN, ISLE OF LEWIS C3 available. ARNOL, ISLE OF LEWIS C2
Places to visit
Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop The Blackhouse, Arnol
Debbie Cullis 8 Balallan, Lochs, Isle of Lewis
HS2 9PN
T: 01851 830742 island-arts@tiscali.co.uk
Historic Scotland, In Arnol village, Isle of Lewis,
HS2 9DB
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Visitor attractions
www.saa.co.uk/art/islandarts www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout See also other categories
A gallery full of colour and light. We sell Traditional fully furnished, Lewis thatched
affordable paintings by Debbie Cullis & Paul house with visitor centre, interpretative
Smith, as well as art prints, handmade crafts displays and shop. There are Gaelic speaking
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10am-5pm. We serve home-baking,cooked snacks and a Admission: Check website for current admission prices.
range of herbal teas and fresh coffee.
DRINISHADER, ISLE OF HARRIS B5 QUIDINISH, ISLE OF HARRIS B5 CALLANISH, ISLE OF LEWIS B3 DRINISHADER, ISLE OF HARRIS B5
Calanais Standing Stones
Historic Scotland, 12m West of Stornoway off
A859, Isle of Lewis, HS2 9DY
T: 01851 621422 callanishvisitorcentre.co.uk
A Neolithic setting of standing stones,
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Calanais is managed by The Standing Stones
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Ardbuidhe Cottage Gallery Holmasaig Studio Gallery admission prices for visitor centre. Harris Tweed And Knitwear
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T: 01859 511140 williefulton@hebrides.net www.williefulton.com HS3 3JQ T: 01859 502040 T: 01859 502505 info@harristweedandknitwear.co.uk
View the work of Willie and Moira Fulton in this five star gallery, T: 01859 530401 info@holmasaiggallery.com www.harristweedandknitwear.co.uk
beautifully situated by the bay in Drinishader on the golden road, Isle of www.holmasaiggallery.com Harris Tweed shop and exhibition. View old collections of local weavers
Harris. Margarita Williams DA works in her home village in a stunning location. CARLOWAY, GARENIN, ISLE OF LEWIS B2 and Marion Campbell's artefacts. Also a superb exhibition showcasing
The unique landscape, sea, wild flowers and birds inspire her work. Her designer products.
ancestry goes back many generations in Harris, Berneray, Pabbay and St
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village
5a Gearrannan, Carloway, Isle of Lewis HS2
Kilda. Awarded the CRMackintosh assoc France Residency 2014.
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Wonderful scenery. Unique location.
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STORNOWAY, ISLE OF LEWIS C3
Western Isles Transport Preservation
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Unit 2, Marybank Industrial Estate HS2 0DB WILDLIFE & LANDSCAPE ART
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exhibition.
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parties
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welcome.
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parties
welcome,
welcome,
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toilet
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facilities
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available.
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Tel:01859
01859502040
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Email:
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info@harristweedisleofharris.co.uk
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GEARRANNAN
BLACKHOUSE VILLAGE
Located in an environment of rugged
beauty at Carloway on the Atlantic
coast of the Isle of Lewis, this unique
group of restored thatched cottages at
Islands Galore Regatta
Gearrannan should be included in the
itinerary of all visitors to the island.
Open from 9.30am to 5.30pm (except
Sundays)
throughout the summer season
SeLf-CAterInG COttAGeS
Saturday 15th August
And Sail from Castlebay, Isle of Barra to
hOSteL Open ALL yeAr Lochboisdale, Isle of South Uist & join us in the
celebrations!
teL: 01851 643416 | email: info@gearrannan.com | Web: www.gearrannan.com
Live Music | Food & Drink | Seafood
TAIGH TASGAIDH CHILL DONNAIN Blessing of the Boats
Ceilidh & Highland Dancing
KILDONAN MUSEUM
The KILDONAN CENTRE in South Uist is a heritage centre and cultural amenity which includes a Museum, a Craft Shop, a Fèis Room
Local Boat Trips | Local Business & Craft Stalls
Watersports & lots more...
for Ceilidhs, Music and Dance, a Café and an Archaeology Room where finds can be cleaned and examined by visiting archaeology groups.
For more information please visit
www.lochboisdaleharbour.com/islands-galore-regatta
OPEN APRIL-OCTOBER, 7 days a week, 10am-5pm (last entry 4.15pm)
Open by appointment only outwith these times and dates – please contact the chairperson Ronald MacKinnon on 01878 700543
Group Visits/Guided Tours – If you would like to visit as part of a large group please book in advance and we can arrange a guided tour for your group.
Wheelchair Accessible – All areas of the Museum, Café and Shop are accessible. There is also a wheelchair accessible toilet.
KILDONAN Isle of South Uist, Western Isles, Scotland HS8 5RZ
Tel: 44(0)1878 710343
email: admin@kildonanmuseum.co.uk
www.kildonanmuseum.co.uk
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