Benbecula

Eat Sleep Drink your way around Benbecula

Find you inner ‘Peace’ on Benbecula – a small relatively flat island situated between North Uist & South Uist within the archipelago of islands known as the Outer Hebrides.  Benbecula is linked to its neighbours by causeways and bridges offering visitors a contrasting mix of island experiences.  There are many rewards waiting for you on Benbecula with its beautiful white sandy beaches, rugged coastlines and rolling landscapes to the stunning wild flowers of the machair (Gaelic for low lying grassy plains).

Our top tip be prepared for the weather -  but as they say in Scotland there is no such thing as bad weather just a bad choice of clothing (make sure you have waterproofs its highly likely you will need them)!!

The Island offers a good range of facilities, attractions & activities for visitors and locals alike – spend the day exploring the coastline with its stunning choice of beaches – Balivanich is a must with its white sands and crystal clear waters perfect for a cold water swim, paddle boarding & kayaking or horseback riding.  For lovers of the game of golf tee off on the 18 hole golf course where your backdrop is the Atlantic Ocean & the Monach Isles or for nature lovers head to Loch a ‘Chinn Uacraich where you can spot otters chomping on the lochs fresh water trout or relaxing by the shore – whatever you do if you’re passing through, stop and stay for a while and enjoy ‘What’s on’ offer on Benbecula