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  1. Coilleag a'Phrionnsa (Tràigh Leis)

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    Scenic Locations

    Address

    Eriskay, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5JN

    Isle of South Uist

    Bonnie Prince Charlie first stepped foot on Scottish soil on this beach on 23rd July 1745, from the french ship "Du Teillay"

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  2. Type

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    Beach

    Address

    Stoneybridge, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5SD

    Isle Of South Uist

    Along the west coast of South Uist is an approx. 20 mile strip of stunning white beach and machair.

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  3. Beinn Ghainche

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    Scenic Locations

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    Berneray, Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides

    Isle of North Uist

    Ben Ghainche is a small hill situated at the north end of the beach at Bearsdaire

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  4. Barvas and Brue Shore

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    Beach

    Address

    Barvas beach, Barvas, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0QR

    Isle of Lewis

    A good surfing beach with good access and pleasant walks.

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  5. © Laurie Campbell
    © Laurie Campbell
    © Laurie Campbell
    © Laurie Campbell
    © Laurie Campbell
    © Laurie Campbell

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    Type:

    Birds - Seabird Colonies

    Address

    Poll na Crann, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides, HS7 5QA

    Isle of Benbecula

    This small bay holds Eiders throughout the year.

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  6. © Laurie Campbell

    Type

    Type:

    Birds

    Address

    Sound of Barra, Eriskay, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5JN

    Eriskay

    This stunning diver species breeds on large moorland lochs in the summer and winters in coastal waters.

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  7. Crosbost

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    Type:

    Scenic Locations

    Address

    Crosbost, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides

    Isle of Lewis

    The peaceful crofting village of Crosbost is reached near the end of the B897 road that branches of the main Stornoway to Tarbet road at Liurbost.

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  8. Common Buzzard © Laurie Campbell
    White-tailed Sea Eagle © Laurie Campbell
    Golden Eagle © Laurie Campbell
    Bird of Prey Trail - North Harris Eagle Observatory
    Bird of Prey Trail - North Harris Eagle Observatory map
    Common Buzzard © Laurie Campbell
    White-tailed Sea Eagle © Laurie Campbell
    Golden Eagle © Laurie Campbell
    Bird of Prey Trail - North Harris Eagle Observatory
    Bird of Prey Trail - North Harris Eagle Observatory map

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    Type:

    Bird of Prey Trail

    Address

    Meavaig, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3AW

    Isle Of Harris

    The observatory is a purpose built hide perched in the interior of the rugged North Harris hills commanding spectacular views over the territory of a pair of golden eagles.

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  9. Dalmore/Dailmhor beach

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    Type:

    Beach

    Address

    Dalmore, Carloway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hedrides, HS2 9AE

    Isle of Lewis

    Lovely sandy beach with dunes, good parking and toilets. Great for surfing.

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  10. Cleit Ard

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    Walks

    Address

    Marig, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3AG

    Isle Of Harris

    A short walk of 6km (4 miles) to a modest summit that provides stunning views of the Harris Hills and down into Loch Seaforth - 1-2 hours.

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  11. Thatch Cottage , North Uist
    Coming ashore otter
    Yacht at anchor , Vallay
    Thatch Cottage , North Uist
    Coming ashore otter
    Yacht at anchor , Vallay

    Type

    Type:

    Trips & Tours

    Address

    An Struan Ruadh, Sollas, Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5DA

    Telephone

    07543 094491

    Isle of North Uist

    Awards

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

    Igot2travel offer wildlife watching, cultural & history, walking, fishing and inter-island day trips with a local Gaelic speaking guide. Specially tailored personal tours across the Outer Hebrides, introduce you to the magic of the islands.

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  12. Scalpay bothy

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres

    Address

    Outend, Isle of Scalpay, Outer Hebrides, HS4 3YG

    Telephone

    01859 502222

    Isle of Scalpay

    Awards

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

    Located just outside the gate to Eilean Glas Lighthouse, Scalpay Bothy offers shelter and historical information panels for those using the footpaths to the lighthouse. 20 minutes walk from the carpark gets you to a tranquil haven overlooking the quay that served the lighthouse.

    Please note that the building is not connected with the Mountain…

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  13. Type

    Type:

    Marinas, Harbours & Moorings

    Address

    Vatersay, Isle Of Barra, Outer Hebrides, HS9 5YW

    Telephone

    0845 6007090

    Isle Of Barra

    Diesel is available at the slipway however a council key card is needed to purchase fuel here. Facilities include water, power, trailer launching and waste oil disposal.

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  14. Tigh na Mara Gallery - exterior and sea
    Tigh na Mara Gallery inside
    Tigh na Mara Gallery - beach view
    Tigh na Mara Gallery - exterior and sea
    Tigh na Mara Gallery inside
    Tigh na Mara Gallery - beach view

    Type

    Type:

    Arts & Crafts

    Address

    East Kilbride, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5TS

    Telephone

    01878 700883

    Isle of South Uist

    Awards

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

    Tigh na Mara Art and Antiques Gallery is by the sea at East Kilbride on the south coast of South Uist. Run by artist Amanda Rae and features local artists and makers.

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  15. Type

    Type:

    Monuments & Ruins

    Address

    Borve, Isle Of Barra, Outer Hebrides, HS9 5XR

    Isle Of Barra

    This site was investigated by Channel 4's Time Team in May 2007. Amongst other remains, a well-preserved Iron Age wheelhouse was uncovered, and nearby, a group of earlier roundhouses of Bronze Age date.

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  16. © Laurie Campbell

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    Type:

    Flora and Fauna - Freshwater

    Address

    Loch an Duin, Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides

    Isle of Barra

    Bog bean (Menyanthes Triolaiata). This lovely flower, often overlooked, can be found in the stream overflow from the reservoir.

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  17. Type

    Type:

    Birds - Moorland

    Address

    North Loch Eynort, South Uist, Outer Hebrides

    South Uist

    The Cuckoo is heard regularly calling with its classic "Cuckoo" call around the wooded garden at the end of the road.

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  18. The Beach House Gallery blue and grey painting
    The Beach House Gallery beach sand rocks & sea
    The Beach House Gallery shop
    The Beach House Gallery blue and grey painting
    The Beach House Gallery beach sand rocks & sea
    The Beach House Gallery shop

    A beautiful little gallery situated just above the sandy beach at Dalbeg, on the west side of Lewis.

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    Web Site

  • Rhenigidale and Maraig from Urgha

    Type

    Type:

    Walks

    Address

    Urgha, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3BW

    Isle Of Harris

    A circular walk of 19km (12 miles) on good footpaths and quiet roads that visits the quiet villages of Reinigeadal and Maraig. Reaching 300m above sea level means there are excellent views all around - 6 hours

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  • Type

    Type:

    Monuments & Ruins

    Address

    Horgabost, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3HR

    Isle Of Harris

    Remains of chambered cairn

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