Faire Mhaoldonaich Guest House

Isle of Barra

 

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In Castlebay there are shops, Tourist Information Centre, bank, post-office, cafe, library, swimming pool, sports centre, hotels, local bars, bike hire and the Barra Heritage Centre

Trips to Mingulay can be arranged, also sea angling trips -numbers and weather permitting.

 

 Enjoy hill-walking, cycling, fishing, wildlife, bird-watching, beautiful white sands, golf and flowers ( there are 1000 different species on the island ).Watch the  plane land on the beach-this "airstrip" is washed twice a day by the sea.
Visit Kismul Castle. Take a trip to Mingulay and Eriskay or cross the Causeway to  Vatersay. This fertile island has lovely beaches and interesting coastal walks.
 
 

 

 Fishing Permits for all trout fishing on Barra are available from the Community shop in Castlebay  Telephone 01871 810354 .  There are no boats available for hire . All lochs are suitable for float tubes, but it is advisable to wear a lifejacket.

Golf Club. Barra Golf Club was established in 1992 . Situated at Cleat, on the west coast of the island it is 6 miles from Castlebay and is the most westerly golf coarse in the United Kingdom It is exceptionally attractive  with stunning views out over the Atlantic. The 9 hole coarse is 2579 yards and has elevated links with natural contours. Green fees are payable at local hotels, the Tourist Office and Co-Chomun Bharraidh. The visitor daily rate is £10.