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Isles of Lewis and Harris - what's on

Though actually part of the same landmass, Lewis and Harris are looked upon as different islands, each with its own distinctive culture, traditions and heritage. Sitting below Lewis, Harris has an unmistakable mountainous skyline which includes Clisham, the highest peak in the Outer Hebrides at 799 metres. Its charming village capital, Tarbert, has a ferry link to Skye. Harris hosts a number of annual events, including the Harris half marathon, the South Harris Agricultural Show at Leverburgh, and the Harris Arts Festival. Sitting above Harris, and the larger of the two islands, Lewis is enriched by many famous prehistoric attractions including the 9-metre high Iron Age fort, Carloway Broch, and the Callanish standing stones - ranked only second in importance to Stonehenge. Lewis is fairly flat, with spectacular sandy beaches and a rugged coastline. It’s great for fishing, cycling, walking and bird-watching. The capital of Lewis is Stornoway, which has much to offer visitors. The Sail Hebrides Maritime Festival and the Hebridean Celtic Festival are just two of the events held on Lewis each year.

area highlights
Kin

10th February 2012, Isle of Lewis:

This solo performance is a powerful meditation on the shifting dynamics that seep into the relationship between middle-aged children and elderly parents.

Rachel Sermanni

25th February 2012, Isle of Lewis:

Scottish singer-songwriter, Rachel Sermanni, packs an almighty punch with her earthy folk melodies and dextrous fingerpicking.

Curious Seed: Push

7th March 2012, Isle of Lewis:

Dance with live music.

Southern Tenant Folk Union

24th March 2012, Isle of Lewis:

A seven piece all-acoustic band with banjo, mandolin, fiddle & harmony vocals, the Southern Tenant Folk Union is the most highly acclaimed folk/bluegrass band in the UK today.

Hebridean Celtic Festival

11th - 14th July 2012, Lewis and Harris

Visitors travel from far and wide to enjoy this fantastic summer folk festival.

Bernera Museum

May-September, Isle of Lewis

The collection includes comprehensive family archives, a collection of old photographs, audio and video tapes, and material relating to local fishing.

Calanais Standing Stones (HS)

Open year-round, Lewis:

The area around Calanais is home to 20 monuments erected some 3000 -4000 years ago.

Arnol Blackhouse (HS)

Year-round, Isle of Lewis:

The Blackhouse at Arnol is a traditional, fully furnished, Lewis thatched house that provides a unique insight into island life.


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