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Kinloch Historical Society

Community Hub, Balallan, Kinloch, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9PN

Type:Cafes & Tearooms

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Tel:01851 830778

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About

Kinloch Historical Society is located on the main road between Stornoway and Tarbert, A859.  It includes a cafe and archive covering various aspects of community life, and information about the area’s links to Clan Mackenzie.

Facilities

Best for

  • Lunches

Children

  • Baby Changing Facilities Available

Domestic

  • Toilets

Facilities

  • 24hr CCTV
  • Disabled Access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Picnic Area

Languages Spoken

  • Gaelic Speaking

Leisure Facilities

  • Gift Shop
  • WiFi

Location

  • Village Location

Transport

  • Cycle Rack
  • Disabled Parking
  • EV Charging
  • Parking

Typical Prices

  • Lunch

Map & Directions

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Awards

  • Other AwardsEat Drink Hebrides Eat Drink Hebrides 2019
  • Other AwardsOuter Hebrides Tourism Member Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020

Opening Times

Open all year (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Friday10:00 - 16:00

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