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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.


A Guide to Exploring the Isle of Eigg
Whether you are visiting the Isle of Eigg for a few days or stretching your stay a little longer, here are some of the experiences that make Eigg so special. Visit the Isle of Eigg Brewery Tap Room Almost bang in the centre of the island, you’ll find the Isle of Eigg Brewery tap room - a proper island gem. You can enjoy a visit for a pint, a brewery tour or even a 'Brew your Own Beer' experience. There’s both an inside and outside space, so you can settle in for a tasting o
Feb 112 min read


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...
Sep 2, 20242 min read


The New Small Isles Snorkel Trail
The Small Isles of Canna, Eigg, Muck, and Rum have always been connected by more than just their geography. Now, we're thrilled to...
Aug 18, 20242 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...
Jun 30, 20242 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...
Mar 15, 20242 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 24, 20242 min read


Eigg in 25 Objects
Eigg in 25 objects
May 29, 20235 min read


Beaches on the Small Isles
A quick guide to our favourite beaches in the Small Isles, Scotland
May 23, 20232 min read


Foraging for Seaweed - Isle of Canna
Foraging for seaweed on the Canna coastline followed by an unforgettable meal at Cafe Canna.
Apr 11, 20231 min read


Canna 10K
Learn more about one of the most beautiful 10k runs in the UK.
Apr 10, 20231 min read


The Deer Rut - Rum
The annual deer rut on the Island of Rum.
Apr 2, 20232 min read


Rum
A guide to the island of Rum
Mar 31, 20234 min read


Discover the Isle of Canna
A guide to the island of Canna.
Mar 31, 20234 min read


Muck
A guide to the Isle of Muck.
Mar 31, 20234 min read


Eigg
An introduction to the Isle of Eigg and and what you can see or do there.
Mar 31, 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...
Mar 6, 20235 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.
Nov 5, 20224 min read


10 Ideas For Family Adventures on the Small Isles
The Small Isles are an archipelago of islands in the Inner Hebrides, off the west coast of Scotland. Although closely situated, the 4...
Aug 25, 20223 min read
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