The Isle of Lewis is the largest and most populated of the Outer Hebrides. The landscape is varied with rocky coastlines and beautiful golden beaches. Inland is mostly moorland with an abundance of lochs dotted throughout, making the island an ideal location for a fishing holiday.
The island is an archaelogical paradise with standing stones and pictish sites spread across the land.
An Island made for adventure
Abseiling, climbing, cycling, hill walking, fishing, kayaking, windsailing, and golf are just some of the many activities you can experience on the isle.
Long Golden Sands
Both Lewis and Harris have spectacular golden sand beaches and a rugged coastline that holds legends and spectacular scenery. Carloway Broch is a hideaway that was used by residents of the island as a refuge from their enemies.
Isle Of Great Bernera
Follow the B8059 and take the road bridge to this wonderful hidden gem. As well as beautiful beaches and scenery, the Isle has a stone age village which can be visited during the summer. It also has its own museum and cafe.
Standing Stones Of Callanish
Thought to date back over 4000 years these 53 stones are the second most important site in the UK after Stonehenge. Positioned in a huge cross with an inner circle the arrangement seems to relate to the moon, however to this day it remains an unsolved mystery ! Can you find the solution ?
Port Of Ness
Ness is an essential visit to find out the history and legends of the Island in the local heritage centre. You will also find a picturesque fishing village, lighthouse and yet another golden beach !
Throughout the island you will find excellent arts and craft shops. You can find a wide range of unique work ranging from pottery and paintings to photogrpahy and knitwear.
The wildest of wildlife !
The Butt of Lewis and its spectacular cliffs is home to many species of seabirds including Fulmar Petrel, Kittiwake, Shag and Black Guillemot. The Uig hills offer shelter to several pairs of Golden Eagles and herds of Red Deer. On a lucky day you might also spot a white tailed eagle in the region. The Pairc District homes not only herds of red deer but many species of birds such as Redshank, Greenshank, Oystercatcher, Curlew and Ringed Plover. The sea and its shores around the island are also home to a vast variety of wildlife. Seals can be found lazing on the rocks and on a calm day dolphins can also be viewed from the shores.
For a full list of events including the Hebridean Celtic Festival and others in and around the surrounding area, to view more see the VisitHebrieds website.
