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Island Highlights

Vatersay Bay

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

Calanais 1 sunset from above Credit Lewis Drones

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

Made in the Outer Hebrides Guide Front Cover

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

North Uist: Langass Woods runners

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

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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.

Uist Sea Tours puffins

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. …

Port Stoth Beach, Ness, Isle of Lewis

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

Harris: Horgabost wayfinder

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

Talla na Mara

Opened in 2017 as a multi-purpose site, you’ll find a place to eat and drink in the privately run Talla na Mara Restaurant, purchase handcrafted souvenirs from the foyer gallery, visit the open…

Bespoke Bicycle Hebrides

At Bespoke Bicycles, we provide a professional, friendly service with over 21 years combined bicyles repair/care experience between our qualified Velotech mechanics.

Boat at Reef Beach, Uig, Isle of Lewis

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 Way Walking Route Section J: Tarbert to Scaladale

Islands: 1 (Harris) Causeways: 0 Ferries: 0 Distance: 9 miles Route Time:4 hours Grade: Easy to moderate

Shoreline Stoneware

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…

Coll Pottery Craft Centre

A working craft centre featuring fused glass, ceramics, and silver jewellery. Featuring 3 galleries showing a wide range of work, all made in the Outer Hebrides, no imports or tourist tat. We also…

Heb360 Tours couple sitting at camp fire

We offer Private Tours of Outer Hebrides from our base in Stornoway, Isle of Lewis. Bilingual locals we provide flexible, professional journeys in our 4x4 7-seater vehicles and the highest standards…

Sollas Bookbinding 2 blue books

My books and boxes are made employing traditional bookbinding techniques which I love adhering to closely. I do however also want to give my work its very own style and feel. I hand…

HebCelt Festival band on stage

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…

Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours whale swimming in sea

Scheduled boat tours, private charters and adventure sea swimming from Stornoway harbour, Isle of Lewis.

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2 people sitting inside a barrel sauna looking out to the sea

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

Stack & Tumble Pottery Studio

Discover handmade pottery from Lewis—beautiful, calming pieces inspired by island life, designed to bring warmth and comfort to your home.

Surf Lewis boy surfing

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).

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  1. Stack & Tumble Pottery Studio
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    Address

    Sergeants Mess, Aird, Uig, Isle of Lewis, HS2 9JA

    Telephone

    07303 158454

    Uig

    Awards

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

    Discover handmade pottery from Lewis—beautiful, calming pieces inspired by island life, designed to bring warmth and comfort to your home.

    Add Stack & Tumble Pottery Studio to your Itinerary

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    Address

    Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides

    Telephone

    07825222840

    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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  3. Coloured Tweed Cushions
    Borrisdale Tweed cushions
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    Borrisdale Tweed loom
    Borrisdale Tweed Harris Tweed
    Borrisdale Tweed cloth
    Borrisdale Tweed bow
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    Borrisdale Tweed grey
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    Borrisdale Tweed grey

    Address

    Obbe Rd, Leverburgh, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS5 3TS

    Telephone

    01858 520788

    Isle Of Harris

    Awards

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

    Borrisdale Tweed produces high quality, exclusive, Harris Tweed products.  We make cushions, throws and bedspreads, handbags, holdalls plus smaller items such as caps and scarves.

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  4. Stornoway Harbour from Lews Castle Grounds
    View from Hebridean Way of Harris hills Mick Blunt
    Laxay - Harris hills
    Laxay
    View from Achmore
    Traffic on Pentland Road
    Pentland Road Sheiling
    Hebridean Way monolith in Lews Castle Grounds in Stornoway
    Hebridean Way Walking Route Section L: Balallan to Stornoway
    Stornoway Harbour from Lews Castle Grounds
    View from Hebridean Way of Harris hills Mick Blunt
    Laxay - Harris hills
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    View from Achmore
    Traffic on Pentland Road
    Pentland Road Sheiling
    Hebridean Way monolith in Lews Castle Grounds in Stornoway
    Hebridean Way Walking Route Section L: Balallan to Stornoway

    Address

    Start: Balallan, Finish: Woodlands Centre, Lews Castle Grounds, Stornoway

    Islands: 1 (Lewis)
    Causeways: 0
    Ferries: 0
    Distance: 17.5 miles
    Route Time: 6 hours
    Grade: Moderate

    Add Hebridean Way Walking Route Section L: Balallan to Stornoway to your Itinerary

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

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01851441375

    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.

    Add An Taigh Cèilidh to your Itinerary

  6. 2 people sitting inside a barrel sauna looking out to the sea
    Saltbox Sauna 2 women in swimming costumes
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    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
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    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
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    Saltbox Sauna fire in sauna
    Saltbox at the beach with sheep in the foreground
    Saltbox Sauna stove with fire
    Saltbox Sauna lit at night

    Address

    Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides

    Telephone

    07497 351113

    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.

    Add Saltbox Sauna to your Itinerary

  7. Hebridean Food and Drink Festival

    Address

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

    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!

    Add Hebridean Food and Drink Festival to your Itinerary

  8. Virtual Dun an Sticir from a distance
    Uist Unearthed signpost in front of loch
    A fire lit inside the Dun
    Dun an Sticir from loch edge
    Uist Unearthed signpost in front of ruins
    The Dun from a distance
    Uist Unearthed signpost with the Dun in the background
    Virtual Dun an Sticir from a distance
    Uist Unearthed signpost in front of loch
    A fire lit inside the Dun
    Dun an Sticir from loch edge
    Uist Unearthed signpost in front of ruins
    The Dun from a distance
    Uist Unearthed signpost with the Dun in the background

    Address

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

    Isle of North Uist

    Download the Outer Hebrides Unearthed app and discover two sites in one at Dùn an Sticir! Watch the animation about the downfall of one of Dùn an Sticir’s most dastardly residents, created by the pupils of Sgoil Uibhist a Tuath!

    Add Outer Hebrides Unearthed - Location E - Dùn an Sticir to your Itinerary

  9. Address

    Lews Castle Grounds, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XR

    Telephone

    01851 822746

    Isle Of Lewis

    Awards

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

    The Museum and Archive has recently opened at Lews Castle, Stornoway. Exhibitions will give an overview of the islands’ heritage and the Lewis Chessmen are back to delight.

    Add Museum & Tasglann nan Eilean, Stornoway to your Itinerary

  10. Clisham
    Loch Seaforth
    Aline Woods
    Pairc Raiders monument
    Clisham
    Loch Seaforth
    Aline Woods
    Pairc Raiders monument

    Address

    Start: Scaladale, Harris, Finish: Balallan, Lewis

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

    Add Hebridean Way Walking Route Section K: Scaladale to Balallan to your Itinerary

  11. Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours whale swimming in sea
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours dolphn under water
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours
    Orca pod at lighthouse
    Immerse Hebrides underwater
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    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours orca
    Immerse Hebrides waterfall
    Immerse Hebrides paddle
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours 2 women on a beach
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours whale swimming in sea
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours dolphn under water
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours
    Orca pod at lighthouse
    Immerse Hebrides underwater
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours group of people on boat
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours orca
    Immerse Hebrides waterfall
    Immerse Hebrides paddle
    Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours 2 women on a beach

    Address

    Inner Harbour, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DG

    Telephone

    07497351113

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

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

    Scheduled boat tours, private charters and adventure sea swimming from Stornoway harbour, Isle of Lewis.

    Add Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours to your Itinerary

  12. Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea
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    Skinny Tyres Ltd cloudy sky
    Skinny Tyres Ltd daffodils, cyclist & clouds
    Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea view
    Skinny Tyres Ltd road & beach view
    Skinny Tyres Ltd cyclist on road
    Skinny Tyres Ltd 3 cyclists on road beside the sea
    Skinny Tyres Ltd 2 cyclists and sunshine
    Skinny Tyres Ltd 2 cyclists beside a loch
    Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea
    Skinny Tyres Ltd cyclist going uphill
    Skinny Tyres Ltd cloudy sky
    Skinny Tyres Ltd daffodils, cyclist & clouds
    Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea view
    Skinny Tyres Ltd road & beach view
    Skinny Tyres Ltd cyclist on road
    Skinny Tyres Ltd 3 cyclists on road beside the sea
    Skinny Tyres Ltd 2 cyclists and sunshine
    Skinny Tyres Ltd 2 cyclists beside a loch

    Address

    Airntully Cottage, Airntully, PH1 4PH

    Telephone

    07763013862

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now

    Skinny Tyres provides unrivalled guided cycling tours in Scotland. Our customised vans and expert team of guides fully support you as you explore our breathtaking itineraries at your own pace.

  13. Long Island Retreats sunrise over misty loch
    Long Island Retreats stag on hill
    Long Island Retreats black cow
    Long Island Retreats sheep shearing
    Long Island Retreats misty landscape
    Long Island Retreats horse
    Long Island Retreats tractor ploughing in field
    Long Island Retreats 2 cows looking down from hill
    Long Island Retreats sheep
    Long Island Retreats sunrise over misty loch
    Long Island Retreats stag on hill
    Long Island Retreats black cow
    Long Island Retreats sheep shearing
    Long Island Retreats misty landscape
    Long Island Retreats horse
    Long Island Retreats tractor ploughing in field
    Long Island Retreats 2 cows looking down from hill
    Long Island Retreats sheep

    Address

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

    Telephone

    07795634525

    Isle of South Uist

    Awards

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

    Add Long Island Retreats to your Itinerary

  14. 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

    Address

    Start: Vatersay, Finish: Northbay, Barra

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

    Add Hebridean Way Walking Route Section A:  Vatersay to Northbay to your Itinerary

  15. Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclist on the road
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclists & cows on the road
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan 2 cyclists sitting down
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclist on the road
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclist at causeway
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclist on the road
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclists & cows on the road
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan 2 cyclists sitting down
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclist on the road
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan cyclist at causeway

    Address

    Daliburgh, South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5SS

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

    Add Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section B: Daliburgh to Clachan to your Itinerary

  16. Start point of the Hebridean Way in Vatersay.
    Vatersay Hall
    Cyclist heading to Northbay, Barra
    Cyclist on detour to Airport
    Ferry crossing
    Waiting for the ferry
    Eriskay Causeway - mind the otters!
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section A: Vatersay to Daliburgh cyclist at beach
    Cycling along the road at East Kilbride, South Uist
    South Uist passing place at South Boisdale
    Start point of the Hebridean Way in Vatersay.
    Vatersay Hall
    Cyclist heading to Northbay, Barra
    Cyclist on detour to Airport
    Ferry crossing
    Waiting for the ferry
    Eriskay Causeway - mind the otters!
    Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section A: Vatersay to Daliburgh cyclist at beach
    Cycling along the road at East Kilbride, South Uist
    South Uist passing place at South Boisdale

    Address

    Vatersay, Outer Hebrides, HS9 5YW

    Islands: 4 (Vatersay, Barra, Eriskay and South Uist)
    Causeways: 2
    Ferries: 1
    Distance: 26 miles
    Route Time: 4.5 hours

    Add Hebridean Way Cycling Route Section A: Vatersay to Daliburgh to your Itinerary

  17. Downloadable Stornoway Visitor Guide

    Address

    Various venues, Outer Hebrides

    A downloadable 20 page guide to Stornoway. Navigate through a detailed map featuring must-see attractions, charming local shops, and great dining and drinking spots. Delve into the rich history of Stornoway and discover its wonders.

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

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01859 502222

    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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