Guidebook for Gravir
Parks & Nature
Luskentyre is perhaps the most famous of the beaches on Lewis and Harris, and for good reason. This spectacular expanse of white sands is easily one of the best beaches in northern Europe, and is well worth a visit (whatever the weather!). As is typical with the beaches of Lewis and Harris, it's not unusual to find yourself as one of only a handful of visitors.
14 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Luskentyre
Luskentyre is perhaps the most famous of the beaches on Lewis and Harris, and for good reason. This spectacular expanse of white sands is easily one of the best beaches in northern Europe, and is well worth a visit (whatever the weather!). As is typical with the beaches of Lewis and Harris, it's not unusual to find yourself as one of only a handful of visitors.
The beach at Hushinish (Hùisinis in Scottish Gaelic) is one of the best kept secrets on the islands. Accessed via a winding single track road which leaves the main north-south road near Tarbert (the drive is not for the faint-hearted!), Hushinish offers stunning white sands and spectacular views out into the Atlantic. Hushinish is also the starting point for several good walks along the coast which offer great views of the nearby island of Scarp. Worth the drive.
9 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Hushinish
The beach at Hushinish (Hùisinis in Scottish Gaelic) is one of the best kept secrets on the islands. Accessed via a winding single track road which leaves the main north-south road near Tarbert (the drive is not for the faint-hearted!), Hushinish offers stunning white sands and spectacular views out into the Atlantic. Hushinish is also the starting point for several good walks along the coast which offer great views of the nearby island of Scarp. Worth the drive.
Perhaps the best beach on Lewis. There is also a replica Iron Age house next to the beach which gives visitors a sense of the history this part of the island, and of the Iron Age village which once stood on this site.
Given its remote location on Great Bernera, a visit to Bosta beach is probably best combined with a visit to the nearby Callanish Stones.
20 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Bosta Beach
Perhaps the best beach on Lewis. There is also a replica Iron Age house next to the beach which gives visitors a sense of the history this part of the island, and of the Iron Age village which once stood on this site.
Given its remote location on Great Bernera, a visit to Bosta beach is probably best combined with a visit to the nearby Callanish Stones.
Essentials
The nearest shop to the house is located at Ravenspoint in the village of Kershader on the road to Stornoway (approximately 15-20 mins drive from Gravir). Their small shop sells all the essentials, and there is also a small cafe and museum where you can learn more about the local area. You can also refuel your car at Ravenspoint.
7 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Ravenspoint Visitors Centre
The nearest shop to the house is located at Ravenspoint in the village of Kershader on the road to Stornoway (approximately 15-20 mins drive from Gravir). Their small shop sells all the essentials, and there is also a small cafe and museum where you can learn more about the local area. You can also refuel your car at Ravenspoint.
One of the two supermarkets in Stornoway, located right next to the ferry terminal. Like most shops on the island, it is not open on Sundays.
18 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Tesco Superstore
Ferry RoadOne of the two supermarkets in Stornoway, located right next to the ferry terminal. Like most shops on the island, it is not open on Sundays.
One of the two supermarkets located in Stornoway, located on the edge of the town near the road that takes you south towards Gravir where our house is situated. Like most shops on the island, it is not open on Sundays.
Co-Op station
One of the two supermarkets located in Stornoway, located on the edge of the town near the road that takes you south towards Gravir where our house is situated. Like most shops on the island, it is not open on Sundays.
Arts & Culture
A combination of theatre, art gallery and cafe, An Lanntair is perhaps the main cultural centre in Stornoway.
53 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
An Lanntair
Kenneth StreetA combination of theatre, art gallery and cafe, An Lanntair is perhaps the main cultural centre in Stornoway.
Located within Lews Castle (the Victorian-era castle which overlooks Stornoway), the recently opened Museum nan Eilean provides a good overview of the history of the Outer Hebrides, which also includes interactive exhibits for children. Perfect for rainy days, there is also a cafe (which is open on Sundays), and the grounds of Lews Castle offer some lovely walks.
21 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Museum & Tasglann nan Eilean
Located within Lews Castle (the Victorian-era castle which overlooks Stornoway), the recently opened Museum nan Eilean provides a good overview of the history of the Outer Hebrides, which also includes interactive exhibits for children. Perfect for rainy days, there is also a cafe (which is open on Sundays), and the grounds of Lews Castle offer some lovely walks.
Shopping
Located in the middle of Tarbert next to the ferry terminal, the recently opened Isle of Harris distillery is a must-visit if you are passing through the town. Stop by for lunch, enjoy a gin and tonic after a tour of the distillery, and pick up a bottle of Harris Gin in their shop on your way out.
48 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Isle of Harris Distillery
Located in the middle of Tarbert next to the ferry terminal, the recently opened Isle of Harris distillery is a must-visit if you are passing through the town. Stop by for lunch, enjoy a gin and tonic after a tour of the distillery, and pick up a bottle of Harris Gin in their shop on your way out.
Sightseeing
The 5000-year-old Callanish Stones are the most famous and impressive neolithic standing stones in the British Isles after Stonehenge, but receive only a fraction of the visitors due to their location. One of the iconic sights on Lewis, there is a cafe and visitor centre located next to the car park.
81 penduduk tempatan mengesyorkan
Batuan Berdiri Callanish
The 5000-year-old Callanish Stones are the most famous and impressive neolithic standing stones in the British Isles after Stonehenge, but receive only a fraction of the visitors due to their location. One of the iconic sights on Lewis, there is a cafe and visitor centre located next to the car park.
Located on the west coast of Lewis near Callanish, the preserved Blackhouses of Gearrannan offer a glimpse into traditional community life on the islands in the early 20th century.
Garenin
Located on the west coast of Lewis near Callanish, the preserved Blackhouses of Gearrannan offer a glimpse into traditional community life on the islands in the early 20th century.