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Grianamul and Sandray are set in a quiet location in Castlebay. We are only a ten minute walk from the Castlebay terminal but can collect you if required.

 

If arriving by car, turn left off the ferry road and drive 600 yards. Our house is on the right, immediately before the Heritage Centre and the School.

 

We are approximately ten miles from Barra Airport and the Sound of Barra ferry which connects Barra to Eriskay.

 

There are many facilities/attractions within walking distance, including Kisimul Castle, Tourist Information Centre, hotels, shops and the public swimming pool.

 

Visits to Mingulay and other uninhabited islands, angling trips and wildlife excursions are available from local boatmen. If requested, we would be happy to book these for you.

 

 
Getting to Barra
   
The Clansman - the main ferry between Oban and Castlebay. The Twin Otter airplane on the beach runway.
   

A vehicle and passenger ferry departs from Oban, the direct crossing takes approximately five hours. Vehicle reservation must be made via Caledonian MacBrayne, the operator. Passenger only reservations are not necessary but boarding cards for all passengers must be obtained before sailing. Full restaurant facilities are available on board the ferry.

 

A small vehicle and passenger ferry also runs from Eriskay to Barra, full details of this are available from Caledonian MacBrayne.

 

Caledonian MacBrayne can be contacted by telephone on

+ 44 (0)1475 650 100

or via their website.

 

Current timetables for all routes are available on their website or below.

Oban - Castlebay

Eriskay - Barra

You can fly into Barra and land on the beautiful and famous Cockle Strand. Flybe operate a flight daily from Monday to Saturday inclusive. The flight takes one hour and the departure/arrival times are subject to tidal changes, make sure you check with the operator prior to travelling.

 

Flybe can be contacted by telephone on + 44 (0) 871 700 2000  or via their website.

 

Current timetables and online booking are available at their website.

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