Things to See and Do in the Outer Hebrides


The devil creates work for idle hands. (Someone with nothing to do will put the cats on the fire)

An duine aig nach eil càil ri dhèanamh, cuiridh na cait air an teine


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Island Highlights

Western Isles Tour Guides Association Group of tour guides in the Outer Hebrides

Engage professional Tour Guides to enhance your visit to a Gaelic landscape and culture. Western Isles Tour Guide Association has a 21-year record of successful tours, in 9 languages, with U.K. &…

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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…

Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours whale swimming in sea

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

Holmasaig Studio Gallery beach

Isle of Harris watercolour artist Margarita Williams of Holmasaig Studio Gallery, lives in the village where she was born, situated in spectacular scenery of the Bays Road on the rocky South East of…

Kilda Cruises white & red boat on the sea

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

MacGillivrays Gift Shop

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…

Hebridean Jewellery aerial view of building

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…

Puffin

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.

Love Gàidhlig truck

Learn the Gaelic language with us and enrich your Gaelic conversation skills while visiting the Hebridean island communities. From immersion courses to one-off local lessons, let us give you a sense…

Aerial image Stornoway Golf Club and Stornoway Harbour

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Cliff Studio  - external

Cliff Studio, located by Cliff Beach, Valtos, Uig, shows coastal landscape and abstract influenced paintings, drawings and ceramics by artist’s Margaret Uttley and David Knight. Open for visitors…

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.

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…

Horse-riding along Traigh Mhor beach

Beach Riding at at Tràigh Mhòr Pony Trekking

calanais stones

A photographer based on the Isle of Lewis – landscape, tours, nature, portraits, events, night sky – special moments captured. Commissions welcomed and a range of products available.

Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea

Skinny Tyres provide unrivalled and expert support for your road cycling adventure in the Outer Hebrides. Our fully customised vans & expert team of guides means you can be confident that we will…

Buth Bharraigh interior

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…

Long Island Retreats horse

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…

Coloured Tweed Cushions

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.

Barra Surf and Coastal Adventures splash

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…

Rib with visitors

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…

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.

Gneiss Things stones

Open Studio for hand-carved stone jewellery, fine art and gifts; made in Harris from the landscape and natural materials of the Outer Hebrides.

Mingulay Boat Trips logo

Mingulay Boat Trips in Castlebay on the Isle of Barra will take you to the uninhabited islands to the south of Barra

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  1. Culla Bay, Outer Hebrides
    Check out our online shop for maps, guides, books and Hebridean Way branded goods.
  2. 8 Ways to Experience the Outer Hebrides this Spring!

    Our islands ancient history and spectacular landscapes offer unlimited adventures. From strolling along pristine sands, to enjoying sea vistas of turquoise waters or immersing yourself in our Hebridean culture, there are lots of memories to take back home with you!

  3. Made in the Outer Hebrides, a guide to arts and Crafts on the islands.
    Check out our downloadable Art and Craft guide, showcasing our Hebridean Artists and Makers.
  4. Croft 2a North Tolsta
    Our Croft tour is great for families, school groups, and anyone who wants to learn more about Scottish Rare Breeds.
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  5. Light on at cottage in St Kilda
    There are so many great things to do and experience in the Outer Hebrides. Whether you're up for high octane adventure or more sedate activities, there is something for everyone.
  6. ishga sand
    ishga is an award-winning luxury skincare brand based in Stornoway. Results-driven skincare that is created using the pillars of provenance, science and sustainability.
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  7. 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.
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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.
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  9. weaver
    We invite you to embark on our uniquely crafted and interactive Hebridean Tour of the Isle of Lewis with three immersive experiences that will captivate your imagination.
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  10. Gneiss Things stones
    Open Studio for hand-carved stone jewellery, fine art and gifts; made in Harris from the landscape and natural materials of the Outer Hebrides.
    1. 1st January 202431st December 2024
  11. Cliff Studio  - external
    Cliff Studio, located by Cliff Beach, Valtos, Uig, shows coastal landscape and abstract influenced paintings, drawings and ceramics by artist’s Margaret Uttley and David Knight. Open for visitors April to Sept, Tuesday to Saturday, 11am - 5pm.
    1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
  12. Harris Tweed purse
    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.
    1. studio
      An open studio situated in an old byre overlooking the Atlantic in the crofting village of Aird Uig.
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    2. 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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    3. An Taigh Cèilidh cafe
      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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    4. Horse-riding along Traigh Mhor beach
      Beach Riding at at Tràigh Mhòr Pony Trekking
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    5. Hebridean Spa with sunset view
      Get pampered in luxurious surroundings and enjoy some much-needed relaxation time with Hebridean Spa.
    6. Long Island Retreats horse
      Spend the morning getting to know the ponies, learn the art of sheep shearing or head out on the machair to learn about the unique ecosystem of South Uist.
    7. Mingulay Boat Trips logo
      Take a wildlife trip to the uninhabited island of Mingulay.
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    8. Rob Howard eagles
      Wildlife Tours in the stunning Pairc district of the Isle of Lewis
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    9. Love Gàidhlig truck
      Enrich your Gaelic conversation skills while visiting our island communities with immersion courses and one-off local lessons.
      1. Sollas Bookbinding stack of books
        Pick up stunning hand-crafted books and boxes.
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      2. Shoreline Stoneware Outside of gallery
        Every piece of hand-crafted Shoreline Stoneware Pottery captures texture from natural materials and found objects. The gallery hosts a wide selection of work by local artist with original works across different media.
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      3. Enchanted Isle in Village Bay
        Sea Harris offer scheduled excursions to St.Kilda and the Shiant Islands as well as providing charters to many small Islands accessible from the Isle of Harris. The dual World Heritage site of St Kilda is our main destination with daily trips running
      4. Puffin
        We run sightseeing trips along the east and west coast of Uist, along with trips to Mingulay, Monach Isles and St Kilda.
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      5. Castlebay Marina black yacht
        Castlebay Marina, an excellent resting point on your journey through the Hebrides. Situated in the heart of Castlebay, Isle of Barra next to the facilities in the town.
      6. Rib with visitors
        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 boat trip round the stunning coastline.
        1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
      7. calanais stones
        A photographer based on the Isle of Lewis – landscape, tours, nature, portraits, events, night sky – special moments captured. Commissions welcomed and a range of products available.
        1. 1st January 202431st December 2024
      8. Gallery 3
        A working craft centre featuring a blacksmith, glass, ceramics and jewellery. Here you can browse our galleries, watch us work from our viewing area and have refreshments in our tearoom.
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      9. Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea
        Skinny Tyres provide unrivalled and expert support for your road cycling adventure in the Outer Hebrides. Our fully customised vans & expert team of guides means you can be confident that we will provide you with an amazing cycling holiday.
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      10. Aerial image Stornoway Golf Club and Stornoway Harbour
        We are awaiting information from Stornoway Golf Club.
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      11. Hercules statue, langass woods, north uist

        North Uist had a global celebrity visit in 1980 - in the shape of a grizzly bear!

      12. Tiumpan Head is located at the far eastern end of the Eye peninsula on Lewis
      13. Northton temple harris
        This area, from the township of Taobh Tuath to the headland of Rubh' an Teampaill, has numerous sites of archaeological significance.
      14. Beach laning in Barra
        The only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach!
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      1. Address

        Sir E Scott School, Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3BG

        Telephone

        01859 502944

        Isle of Harris


         

         

         

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      2. Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 pictures made of seaweed
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn seaweed picture
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 floral prints
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 pictures made of seaweed
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn seaweed picture
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 floral prints

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        Retailing @ Shoreline Stoneware, Locheport, Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5EU

        Isle of North Uist

        Awards

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

        Unique hand pressed organic seaweed pictures made from delicate sea florals collected from Uist Hebridean seashores. Photo cards of the islands of Uist showing Hebridean life, land and seascape, flora and fauna and other Uist gifts.

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      3. PQA Crafts patchwork
        PQA Crafts bunting
        PQA Crafts squares
        PQA Crafts patchwork
        PQA Crafts bunting
        PQA Crafts squares

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        27 Achmore, Lochs, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9DU

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

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

        Crafting Harris Tweed gifts, accessories and soft furnishings - pouffes, doorstops, bags, scented gifts, cushions, Tweedy teddies and more. Selling from my Honesty hut. Open to orders through Facebook Messenger and email. Wholesale possible.

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      4. Traigh Mhor, Tolsta, Isle of Lewis
        Tiumpan Head, Point, Isle of Lewis
        Pairc Deer Raiders Monument, Balallan, Isle of Lewis
        Traigh Mhor, Tolsta, Isle of Lewis
        Tiumpan Head, Point, Isle of Lewis
        Pairc Deer Raiders Monument, Balallan, Isle of Lewis

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        Bridge to Nowhere, North Tolsta, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0NF

        Isle of Lewis

        This east coast of Lewis self guided tour will take you as far north as the village of Tolsta, as far east as Tiumpan Head lighthouse and as far south as the village of Airivruaich.

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      5. Gearrannan Black House Village
        Gearrannan Black House Village wooden barrow in garden
        Gearrannan Black House Village aerial view
        Gearrannan Black House Village
        Gearrannan Black House Village wooden barrow in garden
        Gearrannan Black House Village aerial view

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        Carloway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9AL

        Telephone

        01851 643416

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

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

        It is easy to imagine that you have stepped back in time to experience the way of life in a typical crofting township of the last century when you visit Gearrannan Blackhouse Village. 

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        purses
        coloured wool
        toys on beach
        purses
        coloured wool

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        40 Upper Coll, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0LT

        Telephone

        07774083308

        Isle of Lewis

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

        Honesty shed open to the public from the end of March to October 2024 (exact dates depend on how stormy it is!) Situated in Upper Coll, Isle of Lewis.

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        • On Public Transport Route

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      7. Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop gallery
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop workshop
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop cafe
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop gallery
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop workshop
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop cafe

        Address

        8 Balallan,, Lochs, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9PN

        Telephone

        01851 830742

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

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

        “We are an oasis of good food, warmth, art and cheeriness”

        We are a gallery and coffee shop based in Balallan. Look for the Black and White signs for the Island Arts Gallery and Snacks and Tigh na Bruaich B&B. We are ¼ mile from the ‘Welcome to Baile Ailein’ sign, at the Stornoway end of village and 2 ½ mile from the Tarbet end. We are the…

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      8. Jenny Wilson Art Studio & Gallery

        Address

        9 Kirkibost, Great Bernera, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9LX

        Telephone

        07902235551

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

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

        New gallery and studio open from June 2023. Open by appoinment most of the time. Closed Sunday. 

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      9. Address

        Castlebay School, Castlebay, Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides, HS9 5XD

        Telephone

        01871 710321

        Isle of Barra

        Castlebay Sports Centre has a Gym, Swimming Pool and Sauna. Games Hall is also available for hire outside school hours. Other activities include Flipper & Snorkel sessions and fun sessions.

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        • Children Welcome
        • Families

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      10. Cnoc Soilleir
        Cnoc Soilleir build
        Cnoc Soilleir
        Cnoc Soilleir build

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

        Telephone

        07747882622

        Isle of South Uist

        Awards

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

        Cnoc Soilleir is an exciting new development for Gaelic culture in the heart of South Uist. Located in Daliburgh this joint venture by Ceòlas Ubhist and Lews Castle College UHI, is a vibrant cultural centre.

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      11. Cottage by the sea painting by The Arty Hebridean
        The Arty Hebridean shop display
        The Arty Hebridean shop display
        Cottage by the sea painting by The Arty Hebridean
        The Arty Hebridean shop display
        The Arty Hebridean shop display

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        Tigh na Mara Arts and Crafts, East Kilbride, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5TS

        Telephone

        07717283012

        Isle of South Uist

        Awards

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

        A range of Outer Hebrides fine arts and handmade crafts in South Uist available at Tigh na Mara Art, Antiques, Crafts and Gifts.

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      12. Taigh Dhonnchaidh Arts and Music Centre

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        44 Habost, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0TG

        Telephone

        01851 810166

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

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

        Based in Ness on the Isle of Lewis, Taigh Dhonnchaidh offers musical and cultural opportunities to the youth of the area and beyond. Our aim is to preserve the local traditional music and culture for generations to come

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      13. Hebridean Candles on machair

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        Grimsay, Grimsay, ISLE OF NORTH UIST, Isle of North Uist, HS65HX

        Telephone

        01870 603457

        Grimsay, ISLE OF NORTH UIST

        Awards

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

        Hebridean Candles is a small family business making Scented Candles, and related products, in our workshop on the Island of Grimsay, North Uist.

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      14. Carloway Estate Trust awaiting image

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        Carloway Community Centre, Knock, Carloway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9AU

        Telephone

        01851643481

        Carloway, Isle of Lewis

        Awards

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

        We are awaiting information from this business. In the mean-time you can check out their website

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      15. artist
        beach & hills
        beach
        artist
        beach & hills
        beach

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        11 Stonefield, Breasclete, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9EA

        Telephone

        07533060644

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

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

        bold colourful landscapes

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        • Children Welcome

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      16. Loch_Drudibeg, South Uist
        Our Lady of the Isles, South Uist
        Loch Skipport ponies, South Uist
        Loch_Drudibeg, South Uist
        Our Lady of the Isles, South Uist
        Loch Skipport ponies, South Uist

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        Culla Bay, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides, HS7 5LU

        Isle of Benbecula

        This east coast of Lewis self guided tour will take you as far north as the village of Tolsta, as far east as Tiumpan Head lighthouse and as far south as the village of Airivruaich.

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      17. Hebridean Soap - exterior
        Machair Flower soap
        Hebridean Soap - exterior
        Machair Flower soap

        Address

        25 Breasclete, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9EF

        Telephone

        01851 621306

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

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

        The Hebridean Soap Company produces hand made soap in the village of Breasclete.We use traditional methods and natural ingredients to make hand crafted soaps in all shapes and sizes

         

         

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      18. The Birlinn Yarn Company
        The Birlinn Yarn Company red building with black sheep outside
        The Birlinn Yarn Company 3 balls of wool
        The Birlinn Yarn Company
        The Birlinn Yarn Company red building with black sheep outside
        The Birlinn Yarn Company 3 balls of wool

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        Berneray, Isle of Berneray, Isle of North Uist, Isle of North Uist, HS6 5BQ

        Telephone

        07881651427

        Isle of Berneray , Isle of North Uist

        Awards

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

        The Birlinn Yarn Company studio sells locally sourced yarn in a range of natural blends and organically dyed colours, bespoke knitting patterns that take inspiration from the local environment and heritage, Harris tweed items and art work by Meg

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