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Anait



Iron Age promontory fort and reputedly an early Christian church and settlement.

Visited by Boswell & Johnson in 1773. This site is regarded as one of the most important Christian sites in the Hebrides.

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Aonish



Early 18th century ruined house & settlement of Fife merchant venturers.
Photo courtesy of Angus McGhie

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Ardmore & Bitacora Holiday Cottages (Ardmore)

Tel: 01470 592 305
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Contact: Ali MacDonald



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Auld Mission Cottage

Tel: 01470 592362
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Contact: Angus & Teresa McGhie



A 2 bedroomed stone-built cottage, with magnificent views of Lochbay and out to the Western Isles. All modern conveniences. Within easy access of Stein Inn and the rest of the Isle of Skye.

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Auld Orwell Cottage (Lochbay)

Tel: 01470 592 363
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Contact: Lydia Hartwell



Within walking distance of Stein, a unique, deceptively spacious, traditional stone cottage offering 4* luxury in flexible accommodation for 2 to 6 people.

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Brae Fasach Gallery (Lochbay)

Tel: 01470 592 732
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Contact: (ceramics and painting) - Ian Williams



Ian Williams pushes clay to the limits. His work is described variously as: inspired, fresh, never seen before. His sketches are simple lines evoking memories of the moment. All welcome at the gallery

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Broad Reach (Lochbay)

Tel: 01470 592 363
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Contact: Clive Hartwell



Luxury self-catering with a nautical theme.

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Dandelion Designs & Images Gallery (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 218
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Contact: Cathy Myhill



Friendly craft workshop and gallery in the heart of historic Stein village on the shores of Loch Bay. A showcase for our family, Cathy, Pat and Liz Myhill. Featuring our own original designs on wood, paintings, prints, photographs, jewellery, cards and candles.

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Darnbrook B&B (Lochbay)

Tel: 01470 592 301
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Contact: Duncan & Caryl MacKinnon



This is the view from our garden. We have 1 double & 1 twin room (both en-suite) and a spacious guest lounge.

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Diver's Eye Boat Trips (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 219
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Contact: Gordon & Aileen MacKay



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Dunhallin



The fort on the hill: comes from Gaelic and Norse. It is a prominent pre-historic stronghold being an Iron Age dun (700 BC - c550 AD)

Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.

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Eagles Rest

Tel: 01470 592353
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Contact: Catrina & John MacPhee



Catrina and John welcome you to get away from it all and relax in comfort and style in our newly built self catering accommodation for two.

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Eyrie-on-Skye (Dunhallin)

Tel: 01470 592 205
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Contact: Diane Hoff Rome



Stunning star gazing, views of the sea, outer isles. Sumptuous welcome hamper.
Seasoned travellers from England described it as: "beautifully appointed and the best holiday home we have stayed in. "

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Fairy Bridge



This is said to be where the fairy wife of the Chief of MacLeod left him to return to her own people. She left their son wrapped in a silken shawl which, as the Fairy Flag, could be used three times

Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.

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Gareth John

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Contact: Corncrake conservationist



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Gesto Cottage (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 281
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Contact: Chris Barton



Historic detached fishermans cottage in Stein Village. Fully renovated, comfortable and very well equipped. Private gardens front and rear. Ample off road parking. Walk to superb seafood restaurant, shore, inn and jetty in just one minute!

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Greenbank B&B (Halistra)

Tel: 01470 592 369
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Contact: Hazel Wotton



In the peaceful township of Halistra, Greenbank offers stunning sea views,two spacious en-suite rooms; one double and one twin, generous breakfasts and a warm welcome.

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Greshornish House Hotel

Tel: 01470 582 266
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Contact: (Hoteliers) - Neil & Rosemary Colquhoun



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Halistra Pottery (Lower Halistra)

Tel: 01470 592 347
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Contact: Neal Hately



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Hallin Church



Manse and Church of Scotland ascribed to Telford

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Hallin Park (Hallin)

Tel: 020 8876 3054 / 07836521103
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Contact: Mary Branson



11 Hallin Park is a two double bedroom stone built croft cottage, with extensions added to provide modern amenities. Set in a wild, beautiful place with an outstanding views of inshore islands and out to the Western Isles.

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Hillside B&B (Lusta)

Tel: 01470 592 263
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Contact: Mick & Lyn OSullivan



Mick & Lyn would like to welcome you to Hillside B&B, which is set in a stunning location with uninterrupted seaward views across to the Outer Hebrides.

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Kathie & Steve's Bed and Breakfast (Dunhallin)

Tel: 01470 592 236
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Contact: Kathie & Steve Ford



With magnificent views from all rooms across Loch Dunvegan and over to the Outer Hebrides, we offer two double rooms, free Wi-Fi access and freshly cooked breakfasts to your requirements

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Knockbreck - Dark Skies



Fabulous views of the stars, the planets and the Milky Way even with the naked eye. Car park opposite school with 360 degree views. School has security lighting after midnight

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lanetech - it solutions

Tel: 01309 678 149
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Contact: David Powell



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Loch Bay Seafood Restaurant (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 235
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Contact: David & Alison Wilkinson



This renowned atmospheric bistro on the loch side in Stein offers a warm welcome and friendly service. For simply sublime seafood, Loch Bay is a must on Skye

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Loch Bay Seaside Cottages (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 235
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Contact: Alison & David Wilkinson



Two quintessential 18th Century cottages with modern, well equipped comforts, including wi fi and dishwasher. Gardens overlooking the loch. Scenic beauty. Within waking distance of renowned seafood restaurant and the oldest inn on Skye.

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Lorgill B&B (Lochbay)

Tel: 01470 592 346
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Contact: Graham & Madeline Jones



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Lusta Cottage (Lochbay)

Tel: 01628 476 149
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Contact: Craig Nicholls



Comfortable and well-equipped cottage for up 6 guests (3 bedrooms), set in 17 acres of beautiful croft with access to the shore. Awe-inspiring views across the sea to the outer islands. Pets welcome.

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Overwater House (Lusta)

Tel: 017687 79533
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Contact: David & Jayne Porter



Fabulous cliff top location with magnificent views across the bay to the Outer Hebrides beyond. Spacious, tasteful, quirky interior, sleeps six comfortably. Couples can rent a single floor during the quieter months.

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Rainbow Cottage (Camus Lusta)

Tel: 01470 592 318
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Contact: Meena & Chris Watts



With a spectacular location at the head of Loch Bay Rainbow Cottage is a lovely, warm, well furnished and equipped holiday cottage enjoying fantastic views up the loch and across to the outer isles.

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Rubha Dubh



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Sgorr



A fantastic area for seeing wildlife and for a cliff-top walk.

Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.

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Skye Shilasdair Shop (Lower Halistra)

Tel: 01470 592 297
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Contact: Judi Hodgkin



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SkyeSkyns - Exhibition Tannery (Lochbay)

Tel: 01470 592 237
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Contact: Clive Hartwell



Five star visitor experience to hear the story of leather and for everything in sheepskin...

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Stein



Some plans for the proposed designed village can be viewed in the entrance hall of Stein Inn.
As well as a tidal jetty, there are also public moorings.

Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture

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Stein Inn (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 362
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Contact: Angus & Teresa McGhie



The oldest inn on Skye has comfortable rooms, all en-suite with sea views. Full Scottish breakfast available. Good base for exploring this beautiful island.

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Stein Inn (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 362
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Contact: Angus & Teresa McGhie



A one bedroom apartment within the Inn but with separate entrance. All modern conveniences. All inclusive tariff. Excellent base for exploring the island.

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Stein Inn (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 362
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Contact: Angus & Teresa McGhie



The 18th century Inn is the oldest on Skye. It serves bar meals made from locally sourced ingredients, including seafood. CAMRA area pub of the year. Real ales and 125 malt whiskies.

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Stein Jetty - Dark Skies



Sea level public car park with access to jetty where on clear nights you can see the stars, planets and the Milky Way even with the naked eye. Fairly good views especially to the north. Some building lights before midnight.

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The Captain's House (Stein)

Tel: 01470 592 223 / 218
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Contact: Cathy Myhill



The Captains House is a 200 year old listed building with an idyllic shoreside location in the historic fishing village of Stein, which is a Conservation Area

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The Old Byre (Lochbay)

Tel: 01470 592 332
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Contact: Elma Sands



Contemporary and cosy get away for couples. Short breaks possible.

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Tir Nan Og Cottage (Dunhallin)

Tel: 01470 592 205
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Contact: Diane Hoff-Rome



Spectacular sea views, sunsets, Aurora Borealis. Modern comfort
in new luxurious Highland cottage. Delicious welcome hamper.
Peaceful haven for two. "Bliss!" (couple from England).

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Trumpan



See legendary testing stone in grounds of the late Medieval (12th to 16th C. AD) church. Here at Trumpan Church, in May 1578, the MacDonalds of Uist burnt to death a congregation of worshippers to exact revenge...

Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.

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Trumpan - Dark Skies



A car park with superb 360 degree views and no artificial lighting. The sky, the stars, the Milky Way can take your breath away even with the naked eye. Think what you could see with binoculars or a telescope. Viewing area at side with seating.

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Waternish Point



The point is marked now by an automatic lighthouse. There are wonderful views out over the Minch to the Western Isles. If you are lucky the wildlife in the sky and in the sea can be captivating. To get there see our Walk Waternish page.
Photo courtesy of Angus McGhie

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Dark Skies (NOT Dark Clouds!) report28/01/2012 09:43
Dark Skies (NOT Dark Clouds!) report

Waternish has been getting a few clear nights over the last few days - well, probably not clear ALL night, but for long enough for us keen Dark Sky watchers to get out there and see stars, planets etc.


See details under "Full Article"


Next Night Sky lecture starts at 7:30pm on Monday, January 30th 2012 in Waternish Hall, everyone welcome, there is no charge, but donations to the Hall would be welcomed. You even get a cup of tea / coffee at half time!


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Dark Skies Lectures10/01/2012 16:04
Dark Skies Lectures

About 20 local residents attended the first in a series of DVD lectures in the Waternish Hall last night on 'Our Night Sky'.  It would be fair to say that the audience was fascinated by the lecture although a little shocked by the amount of information.  Nonetheless this has continued our interest in the heavens begun by the Dark Skies project and our Dark Skies Discovery Sites at Trumpan, Stein and Knockbreck.  There are to be a further 5 evenings in the coming weeks until 13th February, usually on a Monday at 7.30 although enquire of us for confirmation of specific dates. Lectures are free but donation to Hall funds is welcome.


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Gill Williams - Award Winner!09/01/2012 09:43
Gill Williams - Award Winner!

Waternish's very own Gill Williams has won the Winter Award for the Performance Cycling Featured Instructor.


Well done Gill.


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Waternish Hall events, January 201207/01/2012 12:48

Happy New Year to you all, here are details of events which have been organised to take place in Waternish Hall this month.


Ongoing Spinning and TBow;


Night Sky lectures starting 9th January for 6 weeks;


Daniel Allaby 19th January;


Car Boot Sale 21st January;


How to keep your home warm this winter 26th January


Burns Supper 28th January - TICKET ONLY


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Another charity event for Ian WIlliams12/12/2011 16:14
Another charity event for Ian WIlliams

Ian (Williams) of Brae Fasach Gallery was talking with Australian visitors back in the summer and was told about the plight of the rare and endagered Black Cockatoo. Ian did a painting and donated it to the association; when the painting was sold it raised around £350 which was all given to the charity.


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Waternish and Skye promote Dark Skies05/12/2011 11:35
Waternish and Skye promote Dark Skies

Dark Sky Discovery, a pioneering new national and regional partnership of astronomy and environmental organizations, has just unveiled a series of Dark Sky Discovery Sites throughout the UK.  Visit Waternish and Destination Skye & Lochalsh submitted nine applications for official Dark Sky status on Skye. These include Trumpan, Knockbreck and the Stein Jetty in Waternish; Kinloch Forest, Kylerhea and Camas na Sgianadin in the Broadford area, and three sites at Clan Donald Land Trust. All nine sites were granted Dark Sky Discovery Site status on 18th October.


With Skye having the darkest possible night skies for the UK,  and Waternish being the darkest part of Skye, by promoting these safe and accessible areas local residents will be able to enjoy stimulating stargazing sessions and add another dimension to their visitors’ experience.


The project is being mounted in partnership with the hugely popular BBC ‘Stargazing Live’ which will be broadcasting its second series on 16 - 18th January, 2012.


For more information about the Dark Sky Discovery project visit www.darkskydiscovery.org.uk.


For more details of the Dark Sky Discovery sites visit www.darkskydiscovery.org.uk/dsdsites.html.


Anyone seeking further information about Dark Skies on Skye should visit www.visit-waternish.co.uk/wild-waternish


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Free prize Draw 2011 result01/12/2011 16:06
Free prize Draw 2011 result
We ran our annual Free Prize Draw again this year. This is open to all visitors who complete a Free Prize Draw form which can be found at most member businesses.

 

The winner was drawn by Hazel Wotton (of Greenbank Bed & Breakfast) and Kathie Ford (secretary of Visit Waternish and co-owner of Kathie & Steve's Bed & Breakfast) on December 1st 2011; the lucky winner is Margaret Finlayson of Scotland.

 

The prizes this year were: a dram glass donated by Stein Inn; a Visit Waternish tea towel donated by ourselves; a £25 voucher donated by Skyeskyns and a book by Ian Williams donated by Brae Fasach Gallery.

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Waternish Hall refurbishment20/05/2011 16:04
Waternish Hall refurbishment

After a thorough refurbishment the Waternish Community Hall has re-opened for business in a big way!  The building is now warm and cosy with a new floor and roof and much nicer toilets and kitchen!  Access for those with disabilities has also been improved.


Monthly quiz nights and bingo sessions, regular ceilidhs and car boot sales are complemented by Gill's indoor static cycling classes to get us fit for the summer.  A music group meets to jam together and locals meet to listen to talking books on a regular basis. Everyone is welcome - do come along if you are in the area.


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Free Prize Draw - 201101/04/2011 15:26
Free Prize Draw - 2011

We are running our Free Prize Draw competition again this year, the draw will take place on 1st December 2011 and the winner notified immediately.


There are several prizes this year which will all go to the lucky winner:


A dram glass - donated by Stein Inn


A Visit Waternish teatowel - donated by ourselves


A £25 voucher - donated by Skyeskyns


A book by Ian Williams - donated by Ian of Brae Fasach Gallery


To enter this competition you will need to visit one of our Visit Waternish business members here on Waternish and complete one of the entry forms - PLEASE write your email address clearly - it's amazing how many we cannot read!


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Total eclipse of the moon as seen from Waternish in December 201021/12/2010 11:08
Total eclipse of the moon as seen from Waternish in December 2010

Wow - we managed to have a clear sky on the morning of Tuesday, December 21st 2010 and at around 07:40 the total eclipse of the full moon was seen from here on Waternish!


Thanks to Ian Williams for the photograph.


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Aurora Borealis - Northern Lights02/12/2010 14:22
Aurora Borealis - Northern Lights

These copyright pictures were taken by Ray Reeder in 2003 from Waternish on Skye.


We are currently (2010) moving towards the solar maximum (2011-2013) which is when you are most likely to see such amazing displays.


You can read more details regarding the Aurora Borealis in the Dark Skies section of Wild Waternish.


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2010 Free Prize Draw winner02/12/2010 12:31
2010 Free Prize Draw winner

The winner of our annual Free Prize Draw competition was drawn at Brae Fasach on 1st December 2010, the lucky winner is Mr Paul Carroll from Scotland.


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Waternish tea towels28/11/2010 11:54
Waternish tea towels

We have produced a high quality Waternish tea towel which is for sale at a RRP (Recommended Retail Price) of £4.95. Liz Myhill (of Dandelion Designs & Images Gallery) was commissioned to do the design for us, and we have chosen a company to produce the tea towel which appears to have good environmental and employment credentials.


An excellant idea for Christmas presents this can be purchsed from participating Visit Waternish businesses and on-line through www.madeinskye.co.uk.


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Skyeskyns awarded 5* visitor attraction grading24/11/2010 12:56
Skyeskyns awarded 5* visitor attraction grading

 VisitScotland has awarded Skyeskyns the 5* Visitor Attraction grading. The grading report highlighted “exceptional customer service” awarding maximum marks for warm welcome, attitude and efficiency of staff. The report also commented on the “high quality, informative brochure” and “impressive, easy to navigate website”, both of which created an “excellent first impression” when visitors are making their plans.  Skyeskyns is currently the only holder of this award on the island.  


 Clive Hartwell, owner, said that he was delighted to have his committed team recognised in this way and felt that the decision to upgrade the premises two years ago had been fully justified.   “We have always understood that visitors to Skye expect the highest standards of customer care, good value and a memorable experience to take away with them,” he said. “With Skye now voted by travellers   8th in the top ten European island destinations, we must all work together to deliver this quality of experience  and to meet visitor expectations. We hope our business will help in drawing visitors to the island, and in particular to the north-west and Waternish.  Indeed, Waternish as a marketing group and other high-end businesses in the north-west are actively advertising the winter experience to extend the season.”


 

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Dark Skies on Waternish15/11/2010 11:32
Dark Skies on Waternish

Night skies on Waternish help us to understand why the daily lives of our ancestors were so influenced by the passage of the stars and the moon. Looking up at the sparkling canopy on a clear night cerainly puts into context our existence as tiny creatures stuck on one small rock in the midst of billions of other pinpricks of light.


This spectacular picture shows the lack of light pollution in our area of Scotland which means that we are a fantastic area to visit to see Dark Skies.


Please go to "Wild Waternish" to read further information on Dark Skies prepared in a personal capacity for us by Dr Simon Hodgkin, Cambridge.


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Waternish Sheepdog Trials25/05/2010 09:07

The Waternish Sheepdog Trials are being held on Saturday, 10th July 2010, on the field below Skyeskyns, starting around 8:30am.  (You can watch the trials live on any of the 4 positions on Skyeskyns new webcam.)


There will be about 80 dogs competing again this year. They will range from 2 year olds to older dogs and will come from all over Scotland, England, Ireland and Wales. There are also 8 people coming over from Sweden bringing 14 dogs with them.


There will be a raffle with plenty of prizes and a burger van selling food, teas, coffes etc.


Everyone is welcome to watch or compete.


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A Pod of Dolphins in Lochbay22/05/2010 12:59
A Pod of Dolphins in Lochbay

Those of us who were in Stein yesterday morning were lucky to see a fairly large pod of common dolphins swimming around Loch Bay.  Whilst it is fairly common to see dolphins round and about, it is fairly uncommon for them to come into Loch Bay.  They seemed to be having a fair old time, leaping out of the water and following Gordon's boat.  Thanks to Gordon of Diver's Eye Boat Trips who took this 'up close and personal' photo.


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Thai meets Skye11/05/2010 14:12
Thai meets Skye

Skye played host to five Thai Tsunami orphans this week as part of their visit to the UK together with orphanage director Rotjana, and two helpers.


Gill and Ian Williams, founders of Hands Across the Water (a charity formed to raise money to build a home for orphaned children following the 2004 tsunami) organised two days of informal visits and a great deal of fun for Det (12 year old boy), Mook (12 year old girl), Jing Jang (10 year old girl), Lek (9 year old girl) and Ton Palm (9 year old girl). The five children were selected out of 67 children currently at the Baan Tharn Namchai orphanage in Takua Pa, Thailand. Selection was based on time spent at orphanage and hard work/good behaviour.

These children all lost parents and brothers and sisters - Det survived for two days at sea clinging to a lid of a freezer box before being washed up on a sand bar with dead bodies.

 


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Waternish sunsets30/03/2010 08:37
Waternish sunsets

Hello out there to all the folks that yearn to see spectacular sunsets across a sea vista!


Up here on Waternish on the Isle of Skye we are currently seeing fantastic sunsets, the sun has now moved around to the mid point between the winter setting and summer setting positions and so is setting across the Minch from us giving a wide expanse of sky that glows red.


Here is an example from last night from the new web-cam set up at Skyeskyns, thanks for the picture Clive.


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New life on Waternish27/03/2010 16:57
New life on Waternish

Halistra Pottery report the arrival of their new calf born at 6 am this morning (March 27th 2010), she is less than an hour old in this photograph - AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Her name is Abby and she is the first pure bred Shetland heifer to be born on Skye.


Thanks to Neal Hately for the picture.


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Frozen Midges!05/03/2010 15:08
Frozen Midges!

There was a "midge" report in The Times newspaper dated March 1st 2010 saying that "one benefit has resulted from the worst winter to grip the Highlands in decades. Billions of midges have frozen to death hibernating in the ground, according to the world's leading expert on the biting beastie."


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Skiing on Waternish!!!21/02/2010 10:09
Skiing on Waternish!!!

Well, what a winter this year, not been one that cold for so long for a number of years!!!


You can see from these pictures the amount of snow that we had in February, along with 2 intrepid skiers!!!


Here is Gill WIlliams of Brae Fasach on two skis - Gill is more usually seen on two wheels - training for cycle rides for Hands Across The Water.


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Free Prize Draw - 201013/02/2010 11:00
Free Prize Draw - 2010

Visit Waternish are running a Free Prize Draw competition again this year, the draw will take place on 1st December 2010 and the winner notified immediately.


This year the prize consists of two items:


First: a Limited Edition Print from an original painting: 'Sguirr nan Gillean': the Cuillin Hills, signed by the artist Diane Hoff-Rome of 'An Artist's Life - Painting workshops'.


Second:a pair of socks dyed using only natural ingredients on Waternish, donated by Shilasdair. The winner will be given a choice of sizes, small, medium or large.


To enter this competition you will need to visit one of our Visit Waternish business members here on Waternish and complete one of the entry forms - PLEASE write your email address clearly - it's amazing how many we cannot read!


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Happy New Year from Visit Waternish02/01/2010 12:55
Happy New Year from Visit Waternish

Visit Waternish wishes you all a very "Happy New Year for 2010", we hope that you have had an enjoyable Christmas and New Year. Hopefully you were able to battle through the bad weather and transport disruptions to be where you wanted to be when you wanted to be there.


As you can see from this picture, we've had snow here on Waternish recently. It has stayed for longer than usual and we are getting fabulous sunny weather at the same time.


Thanks to Kathie Ford for the picture of a snowy wall on Waternish.


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Free Prize Draw - 2009 result01/12/2009 12:37
Free Prize Draw - 2009 result

The winner of our annual Free Prize Draw competition was drawn at the Stein Inn on 1st December, the lucky winner is Mr Ken Marshall from Wakefield, England.


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Minister visits Waternish15/09/2009 13:24
Minister visits Waternish

Jim Mather  MSP,  Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism, visited Skyeskyns on Waternish last month to hear about the challenges and opportunities of running a business on Skye. 

After lunch and meeting the staff, he was given a tannery workshop tour to see how sheepskins are made before seeing the new showroom and range of products on offer to visitors.  

Clive Hartwell, director of the company, demonstrated the enormous advantages arising from achieving a spirit of co-operation between businesses in a local area, as in Waternish,  which not only has mutual benefits but  encourages visitors to stay longer  by offering them a more integrated and rewarding experience .   “A key principle in any business success is customer retention,” he said. “This is most likely to be achieved by offering an interesting experience, good  value and high quality personalised service.”

Mr Mather expressed particular interest in the way the Waternish business community has worked together to promote its area for the benefit of the local economy and visitors alike.  “It was a delight to witness such great enthusiasm and forward thinking from staff on the island,” he said.

 


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Bountiful Waternish15/09/2009 11:04
Bountiful Waternish

HMS Bounty put in to Loch Bay, Waternish, to shelter from  high winds last week.  Like a ghost from the past, she made a great picture here in the bay.

The replica was built in 1962 for the film Mutiny on the Bounty, starring Marlon Brando. It has since been used as The Edinburgh Trader in the final two Pirates of the Caribbean movies which starred Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow.

The original Bounty was famous for its ill-fated trip to Tahiti and the West Indies in 1797 during which the mutiny took place which saw Captain William Bligh and 18 crewmen set adrift.  On this occasion the crew were able to refresh themselves more hospitably at either the Stein Inn or Lochbay Seafood restaurant.

 


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Made in Scotland19/08/2009 13:37

Congratulations to Eva Lambert of Shilasdair, the Skye Yarn Company who was featured on a recent episode of Made in Scotland, an STV production.  The feature showed Eva demonstrating to John Michie how she dyes her wool in a traditional and authentic Highland way and helping him to come up with some specific wool for his own tartan. For a link to the episode go to http://player.stv.tv/programmes/made-in-scotland/2009-07-30-2100


 


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Hands Across the Water - they're off!!!25/07/2009 13:29
Hands Across the Water - they're off!!!

Promptly at 9 o' clock on the morning of Saturday, July 25th, the 10 intrepid riders left their starting point on Waternish, Isle of Skye to cycle 650 miles to Marlow in Buckinghamshire in aid of the Hands Across The Water charity.


Here they are, lined up for the "off".


Thanks to Steve Ford for the photo.


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Wild Waternish in Bloom - March to April01/04/2009 15:16
Wild Waternish in Bloom - March to April

Here we are in early April and finally the wild blooms are beginning to show themselves on the banks around Waternish. As with a cultivated garden when snowdrops, crocuses and daffodils mark the progress of the year to Spring, it is the wild primrose which does the same in the wild. It is wonderful to note that they have started to show themselves on the banks along the shore between Stein and Camus Lusta and on the roadside facing Loch Bay at Lusta. It is too early to know whether it will be a good year for them but their mere presence is enough to cheer the heart. They love the sun which is why they grow on south and west facing areas so they can lap up as much as possible. But please remember they are protected!!


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