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.
Aonish
Early 18th century ruined house & settlement of Fife merchant venturers.
Photo courtesy of Angus McGhie
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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
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.
Dunhallin
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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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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.
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!
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.
Kathie & Steve's Bed and Breakfast (Dunhallin)
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
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
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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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.
Sgorr
A fantastic area for seeing wildlife and for a cliff-top walk.
Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.
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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
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.
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.
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.
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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Walk Waternish
Summary: Waternish Point is a wild but beautiful spot with wonderful sea views. In the summer months it is an excellent place to see whales and dolphins as they feed in the turbulent waters off the point. This walk is generally level and easy to follow, first on a clear track but then a short pathless grassy section heading to the small lighthouse at the Point. On the way you pass the impressive remains of two iron-age brochs. These are worth short detours to explore their thick stone walls and to ponder on the skills of their makers and their need to build such strong defensive walls to hide within. The walk starts from the remains of Trumpan Church, itself a testament to the sometimes bloody history of the island. On the first Sunday in May 1578 the local MacLeods were gathered for worship in the church. In 1578 the Macdonalds of Uist, seeking revenge for a violent raid of the previous year, barricaded the church, which was packed full of worshipping MacLeods, and set fire to the thatch. All except one girl were burnt to death, she ran to Dunvegan and raised the alarm, whereupon the famous Macleod Fairy Flag was unveiled and an army of Macleods massacred the Macdonalds in turn. The walk to the point today offers a peaceful respite and the superb clifftop sections have wide views across the stunning scenery.
Summary: A challenging circuit of Waternish Point with plenty of interest and fabulous views including a section of little-visited coastline for a real 'get away from it all' feel. The circuit starts from the remains of Trumpan Church where you can read about the bloody feud between the local Macleods and the MacDonalds of Uist. From here the walk is straightfoward, passing close to two excellent iron-age brochs on the way to the small lighthouse at Waternish Point. This is one of the best places on Skye for spotting marine mammals such as whales, dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks and seals. From here the route becomes more rugged and challenging, keeping close to the dramatic clifftops and climbing heathery slopes with views of natural arches and sea caves. Several detours inland are necessary to pass deep inlets. Eventually the crofting townshop of Geary is reached. From here the walk follows the minor road, with lovely views over the Ascrib Isles, to return across the moorland to Trumpan and the start of the walk. A challenging and varied days walk for experienced hillwalkers.
Summary: This circular walk takes you to along the dramatic escarpment of Beinn an Sguirr, where Golden Eagles can often be seen riding the thermals or perched on the inaccessible crags. From this point, the Ascrib Isles can be seen below and to each side the dramatic landscapes of Waternish and Trotternish. Further afield, the Isle of Harris can be seen in the distance, and on a clear day you can make out the black and white Calmac ferry plying across the water. The walk is straightforward, mostly on forestry tracks and signed paths. However it can be very boggy on the open moorland section and forestry harvesting operations sometimes means care needs to be taken if people are working in the area. The walk starts and finishes at Gillen, an isolated crofting community.
Summary: The Greshornish Peninsular is a spectacular but rugged outcrop of land jutting into Loch Snizort. This circular walk starts at the Greshornish House Hotel and follows clear paths around the dramatic coast, making an excellent half day outing. The route climbs and descends steeply following the line of the cliffs, with stunning scenery including sea caves, small islands, and the summit of Maol na h-Airde which passes above the highest and most impressive cliffs on the walk. On a clear day, the Waternish and Trotternish peninsulas can be viewed from here as well as the mountains on the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides. Towards the end of the walk, the remains of an iron-age fort, Dun na h-Airde, are passed. Built a top a prominent crag above the sea, this fort would have been a strategic defensive lookout in times of Viking raids. Passing through crofting land, the route passes Greshornish Shellfish farm, where 120 tonnes of mussels are grown every year in the sheltered waters of Loch Greshornish.
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"By coastal path or forest track so many sights we passed:
a legendary temple, cairns and ancient forts,
with cries of sea-birds overhead, or curlews on the wing...
and at the end the sun sets man and beast and tree
in fire, the bright clouds showering peace. "
