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Gearrannan Blackhouse Village
Carloway, Scotland
A restored crofting village on the Atlantic cliffs, with a museum, café and places to stay.
- Cost
- Paid
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A cluster of thatched blackhouses has been restored on the west coast of Lewis. The visitor centre, museum, café and shop open from the end of March to October, and a coastal path runs from the village. You can also stay in the hostel or cottages year-round.
Good to know
- Visitor centre open Monday to Saturday 9:30 to 5:30 in season
- Drones are not permitted
- Hostel and self-catering cottages can be booked all year
- Best time
- Weekday morning
- Open
- Visitor centre end March to October
- Getting there
- Signed from Carloway, car park at the village
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Rubbish bins
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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