About North Uist

North Uist is an island community in the Outer Hebrides, found off Scotland’s northwest coast. Like most islands in this part of the world, North Uist is rich with prehistoric landmarks and awe-inspiring monuments, most notably the enormous chambered burial cairn of Barpa Langais. Although there is a high concentration of peat bogs and lochs on North Uist, the coastline is blessed with some beautiful beaches where you can relax with nothing but the sound of birds in the air. The shoreline is also home to many grey seals and, in fact, each year almost 10,000 seal pups are born on the Monach Islands just off the west coast - the largest breeding colony in Europe. The island’s main port is in Lochmaddy on the northeast coast, just off the A867 road, where you can choose from numerous sailings to the Scottish mainland.

About Outer Hebrides

The Outer Hebrides, also known as the Western Isles, are a chain of islands strung along the west coast of Scotland. Stretching 130 miles and comprising 119 islands, 5 of which are inhabited: Lewis and Harris, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist and Barra. These slow-paced, Gaelic-speaking islands all offer total tranquillity, providing a unique British experience. Stunning coastal views, picturesque castles and an abundance of fascinating wildlife in untouched nature are all part of what makes the Outer Hebrides so special. Also, not only are the islands a hiker’s paradise, they also boast some of the most beautiful beaches in the British Isles, with long stretches of pristine white sand and crystal clear waters to be found on almost every island. The Outer Hebrides are very well connected by ferry, with a large network of sailings available within the island chain. There are also numerous routes back to mainland Scotland, so there’s ample choice.