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Shoreline Stoneware
Shoreline Stoneware Pottery & Gallery

Inspired by the Atlantic coastline, Shoreline Stoneware draws inspiration from its unique Hebridean environment. Beautiful hand-crafted pieces, capture the essence of the Hebrides, reflecting the…

Warner-Tate Photography stormy beach
Warner-Tate Photography

Warner-Tate Photography, female facilitated photography tuition offering 1-2-1 & small group sessions based on the isle of Harris & Lewis. We aim to provide an insight into Seascape Photography in a…

HebCelt Festival band on stage
HebCelt Festival

The multi-award winning Hebridean Celtic Festival (HebCelt) has been a key feature in the cultural landscape of the Outer Hebrides since 1996. This internationally renowned event has a unique setting…

Barra: View from Beinn Bhaslain to Ardmhor
Hebridean Way Walking Route Section B: Northbay to Daliburgh

Islands: 3 (Barra, Eriskay and South Uist) Causeways: 1 Ferries: 1 Distance: 14 miles Route Time: 5.5 hours Grade: Easy to Moderate

Uist Sea Tours puffins
Uist Sea Tours

We run sightseeing trips along the east and west coast of Uist, along with trips to Mingulay, Monach Isles and St Kilda. Other island destinations available on request. …

Cladh Hallan overhead
Uist Unearthed - Location A - Cladh Hallan Roundhouses

Download the Uist Unearthed app and step back 3500 years ago to explore conjoined Bronze Age roundhouses nestled in the Daliburgh machair.

Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclist on the road
Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan

This first section includes 4 islands - Vatersay, Barra, Eriskay and part of South Uist, 2 causeways and a ferry crossing.

Lewis and Harris Guided Tours tour guide at Callanish Stones
Lewis and Harris Guided Tours

Learn more about the history, archaeology, gaelic culture, harris tweed etc of this fascinating and beautiful island in the company of a professional,and qualified local STGA Scottish Tourist Guide…

Buth Bharraigh interior
Bùth Bharraigh

Community local produce shop selling quality products from Barra & Vatersay including fish, meat, bread, jams and chutneys, eggs, home baking and much more. Also stocks wholefood, books, wool & craft…

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Hebridean-ebikes

Hebridean E-bike hire lets you explore the Outer Hebrides at your pace. Taking in nature and the wonder of the Hebrides in just the right way.

Surf Lewis boy surfing
Surf Lewis

Surf Lewis run by Rodney ' Cheggs' Jamieson offers beginner and intermediate surf lessons throughout the beaches of Lewis and Harris. All equipment is supplied (wetsuit, surfboards, leash and boots).

Vatersay Bay
Hebridean Way Walking Route Section A: Vatersay to Northbay

Islands: 2 (Vatersay, Barra) Causeways: 1 Ferries: 0 Distance: 13 miles Route Time: 6 hours Grade: Moderate

Aerial photo of the Taigh Chearsabhagh building, looking towards Lochmaddy Pier and Lee.
Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum and Arts Centre

Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Arts Centre is a place where people can meet, share ideas, learn new skills and experience cultural interpretation that is imaginative and stimulating.

Harris Tweed purse
Dancing Flower Crafts

Dancing Flower Crafts designs and handmakes one off, unique Harris Tweed® gifts and accessories. Inspired by the colours, sights, sounds, life, wildlife and environment of the magical Outer…

Boat at Reef Beach, Uig, Isle of Lewis
Seatrek

Let your Hebridean Adventure begin with Seatrek, based in Uig on the Isle of Lewis, providing unforgettable day trips to some of our most remote islands such as North Rona and the Flannans, or take a…

Hebridean Jewellery aerial view of building
Hebridean Jewellery

Hebridean Jewellery Iochdar South Uist HS8 5QX celtic jewellery hand crafted in Silver and Gold. South Uist shop has a very pleasant Coffee shop serving light lunches and snacks open Monday to…

Harris: Horgabost wayfinder
Hebridean Way Walking Route Section H: Berneray to Seilebost

Islands: 2 (Berneray, Harris) Causeways: 0 Ferries: 1 Distance: 13 miles Route Time: 6 hours (not including ferry - 1hr) Grade: Difficult

Long Island Retreats horse
Long Island Retreats

Create memories that will last a lifetime. Step off the beaten track and immerse yourself in island life. Meet the locals, hear tales of yesteryear, learn a little Gaelic, get up close with our…

Clisham
Hebridean Way Walking Route Section K: Scaladale to Balallan

Islands: 2 (Harris, Lewis) Causeways: 0 Ferries: 0 Distance: 13 miles Route Time:5 hours Grade: Moderate

Island Darkroom
Island Darkroom

Island Darkroom is a contemporary photography gallery and studio in the heart of the Isle of Lewis, with its roots embedded in traditional processes. A wide selection of fine-art prints, as well as…

An Lanntair external
An Lanntair

The largest arts facility in the Outer Hebrides and comprises a gallery, performance space/cinema, education room, bar/restaurant and gift shop. It has won many awards including a Come to Britain…

Barra Surf and Coastal Adventures splash
Barra Surf and Coastal Adventures

Unique adventures in stunning locations on the Isle of Barra. Our professional guides and instructors offer surf lessons, snorkelling close encounters with seals, beautiful sea kayak tours, and the…

Harris: cyclists at Ardhasaig with Clisham backdrop
Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section E: Tarbert to Callanish

Islands: 2 (Harris and Lews) Causeways: 0 Distance: 38 miles Route Time: 6 hours

South Uist Fishing small fishing boat tied up
South Uist Fishing

Come and join us in the stunning Uists for some of the finest wild game trout and salmon fishing in Europe.

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  1. Port Stoth Beach, Ness, Isle of Lewis
    Port Stoth

    Address

    Eoropie, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XH

    Isle of Lewis

    A small cove accessed on the road to the Butt of Lewis lighthouse.

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  2. Ardvourlie Woodland Observatory
    Ardvourlie Woodland
    View from the observatory
    Pete's Shed
    Ardvourlie Woodland Observatory
    Ardvourlie Woodland
    View from the observatory
    Pete's Shed
    Ardvourlie Woodland Observatory

    Address

    Ardvourlie, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3AB

    Telephone

    01859 502222

    info@north-harris.org

    Isle of Harris

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    The breath-taking views over Loch Seaforth and the chance to see native trees in an otherwise rugged and tree-less landscape make this well worth a visit. The Observatory sits near the top of the circular track through the 100ha community woodland in the often-overlooked northern part of the estate.

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  3. Calanais Standing Stones
    Calanais Standing Stones on Solstice eve by local Photographer Ralph Tonge
    Moonset at Calanais Standing Stones by Ralph Tonge
    Calanais Standing Stones
    Calanais Standing Stones on Solstice eve by local Photographer Ralph Tonge
    Moonset at Calanais Standing Stones by Ralph Tonge
    Calanais Visitor Centre - Opens Spring 2026

    Address

    Callanish, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9DY

    hello@calanais.org

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    The new Calanais Visitor Centre reopens in spring 2026 with much improved facilities, including a new exhibition, café and shop. For current information see our website and Facebook page.

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  4. Cill Donnain photo in machair land
    Interior of Cill Donnain with a fire lit
    Cill Donnain viewed through phone app
    Virtual Cill Donnain up close
    Uist Unearthed signpost
    Cill Donnain photo in machair land
    Interior of Cill Donnain with a fire lit
    Cill Donnain viewed through phone app
    Virtual Cill Donnain up close
    Uist Unearthed signpost
    Uist Unearthed - Location B - Cill Donnain

    Address

    Daliburgh, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5SS

    Isle of South Uist

    Download the Uist Unearthed app and step back 2000 years ago, to explore Cill Donnain Iron Age wheelhouse. Duck inside Cill Donnain’s impressively corbelled drystone cells: what will you discover inside?

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  5. An Taigh Cèilidh cafe
    An Taigh Cèilidh meeting
    An Taigh Cèilidh cafe
    An Taigh Cèilidh meeting
    An Taigh Cèilidh

    Address

    16 Sràid na h-Eaglaise, Steòrnabhagh, Leòdhas, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DH

    Telephone

    01851441375

    tearlach@taighceilidh.com

    Leòdhas

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Nicknamed “The Gaelic café” by locals, An Taigh Cèilidh is a Gaelic community centre with events, café, bookshop & gifts. The use of Gaelic is encouraged, though everyone is welcome regardless of whether fluent or don’t have a single word.

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  6. North Uist: Beinn Mhor - looking over to Berneray
    North Uist: Ascent from Beinn Mhor
    North Uist: Lochmaddy
    North Uist: Beinn Mhor
    Berneray: West Beach
    Berneray: East beach
    North Uist: Beinn Mhor - looking over to Berneray
    North Uist: Ascent from Beinn Mhor
    North Uist: Lochmaddy
    North Uist: Beinn Mhor
    Berneray: West Beach
    Berneray: East beach
    Hebridean Way Walking Route Section G: Lochmaddy to Berneray

    Address

    Start: Lochmaddy, North Uist, Finish: Berneray or Leverburgh, Harris

    enquiries@outerhebridestourism.org

    Islands: 2 (North Uist, Berneray)
    Causeways: 1
    Ferries: 0
    Distance: 10 miles
    Route Time: 4 hours
    Grade: Moderate

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  7. Vatersay Bay
    Vatersay Bay

    Address

    Vatersay, Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides

    Isle of Barra

    Vatersay is the southernmost inhabited island in the Outer Hebrides. It is now linked to Barra by a causeway which was completed in 1991

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  8. Vatersay Bay
    Vatersay: Start of Hebridean Way monolith
    Barra: View on way up Beinn Tangasdal
    Barra: shoreline
    Track up Beinn Bhirisig
    Barra: view from Beinn Bhirisig to the north west
    Barra: track along loch na Duin at Northbay
    Vatersay Bay
    Vatersay: Start of Hebridean Way monolith
    Barra: View on way up Beinn Tangasdal
    Barra: shoreline
    Track up Beinn Bhirisig
    Barra: view from Beinn Bhirisig to the north west
    Barra: track along loch na Duin at Northbay
    Hebridean Way Walking Route Section A: Vatersay to Northbay

    Address

    Start: Vatersay, Finish: Northbay, Barra

    enquiries@outerhebridestourism.org

    Islands: 2 (Vatersay, Barra)
    Causeways: 1
    Ferries: 0
    Distance: 13 miles
    Route Time: 6 hours
    Grade: Moderate

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  9. Made in the Outer Hebrides Guide Front Cover
    Made in the Outer Hebrides Art and Craft Guide

    Address

    Various venues, Outer Hebrides

    enquiries@outerhebridestourism.org

    A downloadable guide to galleries and retail outlets where visual art and craft, made in the Outer Hebrides, can be viewed, enjoyed & purchased.

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    Love Gàidhlig truck
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    Love Gàidhlig

    Address

    Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides

    Telephone

    07825222840

    info@lovegaidhlig.com

    Isle of North Uist

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Love Gaelic delivers online learning and visitor experiences through its Gaelic immersion breaks including a 5-week Gaelic Summer School on North Uist. Visitors are drawn into a living Gaelic heartland, attending Gaelic church services, joining ceilidhs, and using the language daily, widely supported by our local community. Love Gaelic’s immersive…

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  11. Western Isles Tour Guides Association Group of tour guides in the Outer Hebrides
    Group of Outer Hebrides Guides with a Berserker a large replica of one of the Lewis Chessmen
    Group at St Moluag Church , Ness Isle off Lewis
    Image is access to Barpa Langass gate , North Uist
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association Two unusual animals in Great Bernera
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association A freshly cut peat bank in the Isle of Lewis
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association Inside the Abhainn Dearg Distillery in Uig, Isle of Lewis
    Group of Hebridean Tour Guides on Assessment Day
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association Group of tour guides in the Outer Hebrides
    Group of Outer Hebrides Guides with a Berserker a large replica of one of the Lewis Chessmen
    Group at St Moluag Church , Ness Isle off Lewis
    Image is access to Barpa Langass gate , North Uist
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association Two unusual animals in Great Bernera
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association A freshly cut peat bank in the Isle of Lewis
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association Inside the Abhainn Dearg Distillery in Uig, Isle of Lewis
    Group of Hebridean Tour Guides on Assessment Day
    Western Isles Tour Guides Association

    Address

    c/o Failte Centre, Bayhead, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DU

    Telephone

    01851 880303

    witgatours@gmail.com

    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Engage professional, expert Tour Guides to enhance your visit to a Hebridean landscape with its unique Gaelic culture and language. The Western Isles Tour Guide Association has a 25-year record of delivering highly popular and successful tours, in a range of languages, for both U.K. & international visitors to the Outer Hebrides.

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  12. Uist Sea Tours puffins
    Dolphins
    Bouy
    Uist Sea Tours rib
    Mingulay
    Rissos dolphin
    Puffins
    Shark
    Calm waters at South Uist
    Seals lazing on the rocks
    Uist Sea Tours puffins
    Dolphins
    Bouy
    Uist Sea Tours rib
    Mingulay
    Rissos dolphin
    Puffins
    Shark
    Calm waters at South Uist
    Seals lazing on the rocks
    Uist Sea Tours

    Address

    Lochboisdale, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5TH

    Telephone

    07833690693

    uistseatours@gmail.com

    Isle Of South Uist

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    We run sightseeing trips along the east and west coast of Uist, along with trips to Mingulay, Monach Isles and St Kilda. Other island destinations available on request. We…

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  13. 2 people sitting inside a barrel sauna looking out to the sea
    Saltbox Sauna 2 women in swimming costumes
    Saltbox reflections
    Saltbox Sauna beach & hills view
    Saltbox at the beach
    Saltbox Sauna inside sauna
    Saltbox Sauna fire in sauna
    Saltbox at the beach with sheep in the foreground
    Saltbox Sauna stove with fire
    Saltbox Sauna lit at night
    2 people sitting inside a barrel sauna looking out to the sea
    Saltbox Sauna 2 women in swimming costumes
    Saltbox reflections
    Saltbox Sauna beach & hills view
    Saltbox at the beach
    Saltbox Sauna inside sauna
    Saltbox Sauna fire in sauna
    Saltbox at the beach with sheep in the foreground
    Saltbox Sauna stove with fire
    Saltbox Sauna lit at night
    Saltbox Sauna

    Address

    Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides

    Telephone

    07497 351113

    info@saltboxsauna.co.uk

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Experience the wellness effects of hot & cold therapy in our mobile wood-fired sauna by the sea. Sea dips optional. Freshwater supplied. Lewis & Harris.

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  14. Kilda Cruises white & red boat on the sea
    Kilda Cruises 2 boats on the sea
    Kilda Cruises Kilda rock
    Kilda Cruises 2 boats speeding away
    Kilda Cruises boat berthed at St Kilda
    Kilda Cruises Kilda rock
    Kilda Cruises cliffs
    Kilda Cruises passengers on boat taking photos
    Kilda Cruises St Kilda at a distance
    Kilda Cruises birds on a rock
    Kilda Cruises white & red boat on the sea
    Kilda Cruises 2 boats on the sea
    Kilda Cruises Kilda rock
    Kilda Cruises 2 boats speeding away
    Kilda Cruises boat berthed at St Kilda
    Kilda Cruises Kilda rock
    Kilda Cruises cliffs
    Kilda Cruises passengers on boat taking photos
    Kilda Cruises St Kilda at a distance
    Kilda Cruises birds on a rock

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    Kilda Cruises

    Address

    Heatherlea, Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3BG

    Telephone

    01859 502060

    angus@kildacruises.co.uk

    Isle of Harris

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Kilda Cruises is based in The Isle of Harris and aims to provide a fast, comfortable day trip service with St Kilda as our main destination

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  15. Hebridean Food and Drink Festival
    Hebridean Food and Drink Festival

    Address

    Town Hall, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2BJ

    julie@outerhebridestourism.org

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Save the date and join Us for the Hebridean Fine Food and Drink Festival on 28 September 2024 in the Town Hall Stornoway featuring our finest local produce, demos and talks!

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  16. Dun Torcuill from the lochside
    Dun Torcuill view through phone app
    Uist Unearthed signpost
    Dun Torcuill from a distance
    Dun Torcuill from the lochside
    Dun Torcuill view through phone app
    Uist Unearthed signpost
    Dun Torcuill from a distance
    Uist Unearthed - Location D - Dùn Torcuill

    Address

    Daliburgh, Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5SS

    Isle of North Uist

    Download the Uist Unearthed app and discover more about this mastery of Iron Age drystone engineering. How were brochs roofed? Play the Build a Broch game to learn more about this archaeological debate.

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  17. Long Island Retreats horse
    Long Island Retreats sunset
    Long Island Retreats misty morning
    Long Island Retreats black cow
    Long Island Retreats deer on hill
    Long Island Retreats animals
    Long Island Retreats sheep shearing
    Long Island Retreats
    Long Island Retreats tractor ploughing
    Long Island Retreats horse
    Long Island Retreats sunset
    Long Island Retreats misty morning
    Long Island Retreats black cow
    Long Island Retreats deer on hill
    Long Island Retreats animals
    Long Island Retreats sheep shearing
    Long Island Retreats
    Long Island Retreats tractor ploughing
    Long Island Retreats

    Address

    Tigh Na Breacain, Lochskipport, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5NS

    Telephone

    07795634525

    info@longislandretreats.co.uk

    Isle of South Uist

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Create memories that will last a lifetime. Step off the beaten track and immerse yourself in island life. Meet the locals, hear tales of yesteryear, learn a little Gaelic, get up close with our animals and sample our island produce.

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  18. North Uist: Langass Woods runners
    Grimsay: causeway
    Grimsay: boat on the loch
    North Uist: Loch Carabhat
    North Uist - path near Locheport
    North Uist: runners near Langass
    North Uist: Langass runners
    North Uist: Langass Woods runners
    Grimsay: causeway
    Grimsay: boat on the loch
    North Uist: Loch Carabhat
    North Uist - path near Locheport
    North Uist: runners near Langass
    North Uist: Langass runners
    Hebridean Way Walking Route Section F: Grimsay to Lochmaddy

    Address

    Start: Grimsay, Finish: Lochmaddy, North Uist

    enquiries@outerhebridestourism.org

    Islands: 2 (Grimsay, North Uist)
    Causeways: 1
    Ferries: 0
    Distance: 13 miles
    Route Time: 5 hours
    Grade: Easy to moderate

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