All holidays in the Outer Hebrides should include the opportunity to discover Harris Tweed – the world’s most luxurious wool fabric, exclusively handwoven in the Western Isles.
Harris Tweed is the only fabric in the world today that is guarded and protected by its own Act of Parliament and statutory body, the Harris Tweed Authority. Not only this, the Outer Hebrides has the prestigious accolade of being one of 5 European regions to be designated as a World Craft Region for Harris Tweed.
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With a history spanning hundreds of years, from the early seventeenth century to present day, the story of Harris Tweed in the Outer Hebrides is one of romance, struggle and survival.
For centuries the inhabitants of these Western Isles have hand-woven cloth from the wool of their own sheep to protect them from the harsh and unpredictable climate (visitors today can still see Outer Hebrides weavers at work on selected Harris Tweed tours)
By the early 1800s, the commercial potential of this Scottish island fabric was recognised by Lady Catherine Herbert, widow of the 6th Earl of Dunmore, who made every effort to promote it to mainland markets.
Her labours were successful and Harris Tweed fabric soon became popular with the country’s influential circles. Since then Outer Hebrides weaving industry has remained a beating heart of the islands – with modern day celebrities wearing Harris Tweed with pride and big name brands such as Nike using the traditional Scottish fabric in cutting edge design
Genuine Harris Tweed from the Outer Hebrides is identified by the historic Orb mark; the guarantee of authenticity so be sure to check for this if you plan to buy Harris Tweed products.
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Woven by Western Isles weavers in their own homes, Harris Tweed is a truly magical and personalised cloth, set far apart from the mass produced products of today’s modern world.
With three Outer Hebrides Harris Tweed mills currently in production, and a number of retail outlets offering opportunities to purchase Harris Tweed in the Western Isles this unique Scottish cloth continues to captivate with its legacy and inspire with its colours all over the world.
You can visit weavers, shops, places of interest on the Harris Tweed Trail which has been launched recently.
Check out our Made in Outer Hebrides Art, Craft and Historical Guide.
Read more on our blog THE NEED FOR HARRIS TWEED.
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MacGillivrays is a 3rd, entering the 4th, generation family business based in Balivanich on the Isle of Benbecula. Quality gifts, crafts, tweeds, books and local photography available instore and…
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 Hebrides.…
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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Balivanich, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides, HS7 5LATelephone
01870 602525Isle of Benbecula
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MacGillivrays is a 3rd, entering the 4th, generation family business based in Balivanich on the Isle of Benbecula. Quality gifts, crafts, tweeds, books and local photography available instore and online www.thehebridesltd.co.uk. Within the ship we have a tourist information spot alongside our Island gallery.
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Hillcrest, Upper Carloway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9AQTelephone
07985289468Isle of Lewis
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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 Hebrides. Each design is unique and I’m happy to design something special just for you.
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Obbe Rd, Leverburgh, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS5 3TSTelephone
01858 520788Isle Of Harris
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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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Town Hall, 2 Cromwell Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DBTelephone
01851 702269Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
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Sgeulachd a’ Chlò Mhòir is an introduction to the unique world of HARRIS TWEED, the people, the provenance and the sense of place that makes it so special. There are weaving demos twice weekly and private tours bookable for up to 12 people.
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Lochmaddy, Isle Of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5AATelephone
01870 603970Isle Of North Uist
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Taigh Chearsabhagh Shop offer a selection of quality gifts, books, jewellery, cards, crarts and textile accessories and local products.
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Kenneth Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DSTelephone
01851 703307Isle of Lewis
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The Gift Shop at An Lanntair, Stornoway Isle of Lewis is stocked with quality products designed and made in the Outer Hebrides
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Caberfeidh, Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3DJTelephone
01859 502040Isle of Harris
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Harris Tweed Isle of Harris is a family-run business that specialises in the world-famous cloth known as Harris Tweed®. The family has a rich heritage of weavers that go back generations and are proud to be able to continue the family legacy combining our rich time-honoured craft with modern, contemporary influences. Initially, the family business…
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22a Crossbost, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9NPTelephone
07833 335186Isle of Lewis
The Weaving Shed; an independent studio shop and tweed weaving shed. Stocking our own unique Three Sisters Tweeds fabric by the meter, Tweed clothing, bags and accessories in both our own Three Sisters Tweeds and Harris Tweed, plus original artwork and jewellery crafted from seashore finds, tweed and ceramics
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22a Crossbost, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9NPTelephone
07833 335186Isle of Lewis
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The Weaving Shed; an independent studio shop and tweed weaving shed. Stocking our own unique Three Sisters Tweeds fabric by the meter, Tweed clothing, bags and accessories in both our own Three Sisters Tweeds and Harris Tweed, plus original artwork and jewellery crafted from seashore finds, tweed and ceramics
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