Visiting the Small Isles in September
Visiting the Small Isles in September offers the chance to embrace simplicity and nature’s rhythms. The summer crowds have mostly...
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The islands of Canna, Eigg, Muck and Rum lie just south of the Isle of Skye, sitting between the west coast Scottish mainland and the Western Isles. Each island has an abundance of wildlife, rich heritage and incredible landscapes but, while they are close together, each island feels very different. One thing they have in common is they each generate their own electricity from renewable sources.
Jun 302 min read
Top 9 things to do on the Isle of Muck
Visit beautiful Gallanach Beach. Enjoy a picnic or a swim. Look out for interesting bird life while you are there; Gannets give great...
May 106 min read
The Magical Isle of Rum
Rum - About The Isle of Rum is one of the largest islands in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. Situated off the west coast, it's part of...
Apr 182 min read
Exploring the Isle of Eigg - Outdoor Adventures and Activities
Visitors come to the beautiful Isle of Eigg for many reasons. With its rugged landscapes, breathtaking vistas, and rich biodiversity,...
Apr 162 min read
Culinary delights on the Isle of Canna - Café Canna
Located on the picturesque Isle of Canna, Café Canna has become a must visit destination for food enthusiasts and travellers alike....
Mar 292 min read
Small Isles - Day tripping to other islands.
If your summer getaway finds you staying on one of the Small Isles (Eigg, Muck, Rum or Canna) then how about taking a day trip to visit...
Mar 152 min read
Meet the Locals - Fliss Fraser Wild Swimming, Micro Adventures & Unique Accommodation on the Isle of Rum
Fliss Fraser has lived on Rum for over 20 years. She worked in a variety of roles across the island before setting up a guesthouse, Ivy...
Jan 242 min read
Meet the Locals - Owain Wyn-Jones Eigg Adventures
Meet Owain, the visionary behind Eigg Adventures, your go-to destination for thrilling e-bike, bike, and kayak experiences on the...
Jan 81 min read
Small Isles - Favourite images from 2023
Starting the year with an icy blast on the island of Canna. The islands are quiet at this time of year. Deep in winter - it's time for...
Nov 22, 20232 min read
Meet the Locals - Sandy Mathers. Sustainable Fishing off the west coast of Scotland
A Seafaring Legacy Meet Sandy. His days start early. As well as fishing, he has to fit in working the croft and meeting the ferry at the...
Jun 13, 20232 min read
Island Life - The Small Isles
Learn more about life on the Small Isles.
Apr 11, 20234 min read
History and Heritage - The Small Isles
They might be the Small Isles but they have a big history. Learn more here.
Apr 10, 20231 min read
Canna 10K
Learn more about one of the most beautiful 10k runs in the UK.
Mar 6, 20235 min read
My time on Rum
Today's blog post is by Manu Rio. Manu has visited all but one of the Small Isles and last year took an adventurous hike over the Rum...
Feb 19, 20235 min read
An extended stay on the Isle of Muck
An extended stay on the Isle of Muck - one family share their experience.
Jan 25, 20232 min read
Favourite Walks - Rum, Canna, Eigg and Muck
A favourite walk from each of the Small Isles (Eigg, Muck, Canna, Rum)
Nov 5, 20224 min read
A day trip to Eigg, Muck, Canna or Rum
What to do with one day on any of the Small Isles - Eigg, Muck, Canna & Rum.
Oct 25, 20223 min read
Food and Drink on the Small Isles
Food and drink is a core part of the visitor experience on the Small Isles. With such a fantastic natural larder, we are really keen to...
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