Island Highlights
A beautiful reserve on the north west coast of North Uist with sandy beaches, rocky foreshore,, marshes and sand dunes.
Islands: 1 (Harris) Causeways: 0 Ferries: 1 Distance: 21 miles Route Time: 3.5 hours
Creative artisan bookbinding and box making, influenced by the materials and colours of island living
We offer bespoke guided wildlife and wilderness walks, sea kayaking, snorkel safaris and mountain bike guiding.
At Bespoke Bicycles, we provide a professional, friendly service with over 21 years combined bicyles repair/care experience between our qualified Velotech mechanics.
Statue of the famous grizzly bear Hercules, who escaped and went on the run during filming Benbecula in 1980. Find out more about the story at Langass Woodland.
Stornoway with its population of about 6000 is the main port and administrative centre on the Isle of Lewis.
Along the west coast of UIst lies around 20 miles of stunning white beaches.
This walk has been written by Martin Margulies. The articles appeared in Am Paipear, and extracts are reproduced here with his permission. The walks have been collected together in a book, called…
Undoubtedly the finest mountain walk in the Outer Hebrides. It is challenging with short stretches of scrambling and although only 14km will take 6-7 hours. It starts and finishes on the main A859…
A circular walk of 14km (8 miles) on good paths from the east coast of South Harris over to the west coast and back with good cafes to enjoy nearby - 4 - 5 hours
A waymarked route of 22km (14 miles) along the dramatic North East coast of Lewis with lots of antiquites, wildlife and distant views of the mainland mountains across The Minch - 7-8 hours.
An ascent of Suaineabhal with excellent views over Uig Bay and beyond. The route is approximately 9km (5 miles) but is difficult terrain so allow 4-5 hours
Loch Stiapabhat bird reserve and hide to watch golden plover, Lapwing, whooper swans, geese and many rare migrants. The hide is open all year.
Islands: 2 (Harris, Lewis) Causeways: 0 Ferries: 0 Distance: 13 miles Route Time:5 hours Grade: Moderate
South Uist War Memorial
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.
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…
This is an good short walk, roughly about 2 miles there and back. It is where Bonnie Prince Charlie, returning from a failed escape bid from Stornoway, hid in a little hut.
Loch Bee is a very large brackish loch which stretches from the west side of South Uist to the east side
Port Nis (Port of Ness) is in the parish of Ness, the most northerly parish in Lewis.
Balleshare beach is easily accessed from the village of Baleshare.
Clachan Sands beach is a stunning white sandy beach which is accessible via the village of Clachan Sands.
Along the west coast of South Uist is an approx. 20 mile strip of stunning white beach and machair.
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Miavag, Isle of Harris, Outer HebridesIsle of Harris
Miabhag (Miavag) is a small setttlemen in North Harris of just a few houses situated on the narrow single track road from Tarbet to Hushinish.
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Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XPTelephone
01851 621234Isle of Lewis
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- Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020
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 in the Scottish Hebridean island of Lewis, the heartland of the Gaelic language and culture.
- Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020
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Eriskay, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5JLIsle of South Uist
Highest point on the Isle of Eriskay at 185 metres
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Ness, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XHIsle of Lewis
Rubha Robhais (Butt of Lewis) is the most northerly tip of the Isle of Lewis.
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Langass, Isle Of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5HAIsle Of North Uist
There is a walking trail through the woodland where you can enjoy trees and wildlife.
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Morsgail, Uig, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9JHUig, Isle Of Lewis
In "The Chessmen", Fin and Whistler come across a disappearing loch which burst its banks and drained overnight revealing a small plane at the bottom of what would have been the loch.
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Lemreway, Isle of Lewis, Outer HebridesIsle of Lewis
Lemreway is a small crofting and fishing village on the shores of Loach Sealg in the South Lochs area of Lewis.
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Village Bay, St Kilda, Outer HebridesSt Kilda
St Kilda, a world double heritage site, is situated some 45 miles west of Grimnish Point on North Uist
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Barra, Isle of Lewis, Outer HebridesIsle of Lewis
Heaval is the highest point on the Isle of Barra at 383 metres
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STORNOWAY, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DUIsle of Lewis
While the sea brought has wealth and power to the Outer Hebrides over the centuries, it has also brought tragedy.
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Brue, Barvas, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9QWIsle of Lewis
A good access road and parking for a walk down to a boulder beach.
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St Kilda, St Kilda, Outer HebridesSt Kilda
Conachair at 376 metres is the highest point of St Kilda
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Coll, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0LPIsle Of Lewis
Beautiful beach approximately five miles from Stornoway. Suitable for walking, wind-surfing, kite flying. There is also a caravan park with toilets
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Horgabost, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3HRIsle Of Harris
Standing stone overlooking the beach near the village of Horgabost .
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Malacleit, Isle of North Uist, Outer HebridesIsle of North Uist
Malacleit is a peaceful crofting village situated on the edge of Traigh Bhalaigh (Vallay) on the north coast of North Uist.
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South Boisdale, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5TEIsle Of South Uist
Along the west coast of South UIst lies around 20 miles of stunning white beach and machair.
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Lews Castle Grounds, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XRTelephone
01851 822746Isle Of Lewis
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- Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020
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.
- Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020
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West Gerinish, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5RWIsle Of South Uist
Our Lady of the Isles is a statue of the Madonna and Child by sculptor Hew Lorimer. Erected in 1957 on the west slope of Reuval overlooking the sea, it is a fantastic viewpoint.
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