Salum Bay © Nicola Kelsey
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The island also has a good range of shops, museums, art and
craft galleries, giftshops and cafes, as well as a pottery and an excellent restaurant.
There are two hotels on the island, numerous bed and breakfasts, a hostel and
a range of self-catering accommodation.
Tiree
is an island that is hugely rich in its indigenous culture. Music, poetry, story
telling, genealogy and many other aspects of folklore were an important part of
life on Tiree in years gone by. Although these traditions are now not as strong
as they once were, they are still a part of life on the island and generate much
interest from both visitors and locals. The musical culture of Tiree is particularly
apparent. Throughout the summer months there are many nights of fantastic music,
wild dancing and great craic in the local village hall, and the two pubs.
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-Location-
Tiree
is the outermost of the Argyll Islands lying approximately 45 miles west of Oban.
The island is about 13 miles long and 8 miles wide, and has a population of just
over 700.
The
economy of Tiree relies predominantly on agriculture, and the island has a strong
reputation for producing livestock of the highest quality. A small but vibrant
fishing industry exists, and in recent years tourism has become an increasingly
important sector of Tiree's revenue income. Its gentle landscape, its serene white
sandy beaches, its tranquillity, and its wildlife , coupled with the wide range
of activities available, make Tiree an ideal holiday destination. Windsurfing, kite-surfing, land-yachting, body-boarding, jet-skiing and boat trips
are all available.
Vaul Beach © Nicola Kelsey
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Gott Bay © Nicola Kelsey
By
ferry
Between April and October there is a ferry every day from Oban to
Tiree. The journey takes just over 4 hours. You will experience some beautiful
scenery on the ferry journey as you sail up the Sound of Mull, out to the Isle
of Coll and onwards to Tiree.Ferrys (Caledonian MacBrayne)
Sea Links:
Maritime
& Coastguard Agency
Professional
Boatmans Association
Northern Lighthouse
Board
Royal
Yachting Association
-Links-
Other
websites of interest
Arts
and What's On in the Highlands and Islands (Hi-Arts)
Taste
of Scotland
The RSPB
Cruise Scotland
St
Kilda
Scotland.com
HI-WAYS for links to many websites about the Highlands including travel
Association of Scottish
Visitor Attractions - Things to see and do in Scotland
Visit Scotland -
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-How
to get to Tiree-
By
Plane
There are flights from Glasgow to Tiree daily (except Sundays) throughout
the year. The flight takes just 40 minutes and sometimes can give you spectacular
views of Iona Abbey, the Corrievrechan whirlpool, Mull, and the Treshnish Isles.
For flight details visit www.britishairways.com
Travel Links:
The
Highlands of Scotland Tourist Board
Public
Transport Information (Traveline)
Buses
(Citylink)
Trains
(Scotrail)
Planes (Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd)
Scarinish
Hotel, Tiree
Local
Isle
of Tiree - Community
Website
Tiree Archive - Tiree Genealogy Site
Tiree
Wave Classic - Sailboarding
site featuring Skipinnish Sea Tours
Music
Skipinnish
Records
Music
Scotland
Royal
Scottish Academy of Music & Drama
Blazin'
Fiddles
Cliar
Dàimh
Runrig
Fèisean
nan Gàidheal
Skerryvore
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