Who lives on Kerrera?
Most of the island is owned by the McDougalls of Dunollie, who are descended from the Norse-Gael Somerled. The four-acre (1.6 ha) tidal island at the north-east tip of Kerrera, Rubh a’ Chruidh, was sold for £426,000 in 2010 to Lanarkshire businessman David Hamilton. In the 2011 census, Kerrera had a population of 34.
What is there to do on the Isle of Kerrera?
6 Reasons to Visit the Isle of Kerrera
- Walking Trails. Kerrera is a beautiful place to go walking and exploring, and is mostly laid out with clear tracks.
- Jaw-Dropping Scenery.
- A Tea Room.
- A Castle.
- Fluffy Animals.
- Something Abandoned to Explore.
Can you cycle on Kerrera?
The most time-efficient way of exploring the island is on a mountain bike. The terrain is a mostly unsurfaced road, but there are a few kilometres of single-track road.
How do you get to the Isle of Kerrera?
The island of Kerrera is accessible by a ferry journey from Oban which takes only a few minutes. Known as the jewel in the Firth of Lorne, the beautiful island of Kerrera boasts plenty of things to see and do including scenic walking, pony trekking, and visiting Gylen Castle.
Which is the best Scottish island to live on?
The best Scottish islands revealed: Orkney is No1 followed by Shetland and Harris in a ranking by Which?
- Visitors awarded top-ranked Orkney an overall customer experience score of 88 per cent.
- After second-place Shetland, Harris, Islay and Mull came joint third with customer scores of 85 per cent.
How big is the Isle of Kerrera?
12.14 km²
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How long is Kerrera island?
around 7 km
Kerrera is a small island close to Oban and is around 7 km (4 miles) long and around 2 km wide, and is separated from the mainland by the Sound of Kerrera. The island is known for the ruined Gylen Castle, a small tower house built in 1582.
Who owns Lismore island?
the Duke of Argyll
During the same period Scottish island populations as a whole grew by 4% to 103,702. The majority of the resident working population are engaged in farming or fishing, and sheep raised on the island have a reputation for quality. Most of the land is owned by the Duke of Argyll, with the farmers being tenants.
What is the most beautiful Scottish island?
The 15 most beautiful Scottish islands to visit
- Mull. munro1Getty Images.
- Islay. Westend61Getty Images.
- Eigg. CoatesyGetty Images.
- Arran. Swen_StroopGetty Images.
- Lewis and Harris. JupiterShineGetty Images.
- Jura. Alanach_dGetty Images.
- Fair Isle. Sally HintonGetty Images.
- Orkney. Ashley CooperGetty Images.
Does Lismore have a beach?
The nicest beaches are at 1) Evans Head (40 minutes), a real summer holiday town, and less than 3000 people for 11 months of the year. 2) Byron Bay, also 40-45 minutes away is more upmarket, but still retains a little of the alternate lifestyle feel (and NO McDonalds/KFC – you’ll only find them in Lismore &Ballina).
Is Lismore inhabited?
The total surface area of all three combined is about 32 hectares (79 acres) and they are inhabited by trout. Lismore is part of the ancient district of Lorne and is said to lie “in the cockpit” of this territory.
Where is the Kerrera house in Oban located?
It is located on the sea shore with outstanding and uninterupted views over Oban Bay and the Island of Kerrera. The exceptional waterside setting lends itself to a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. The open plan living/ dining and kitchen area with full length windows take advantage of the coastal setting. There is off street private parking.
Where to see on the Isle of Kerrera?
The magnificent Gylen Castle is a few minutes walk, again with some fantastic highland island views including Scarba, Luing, Seil, Jura and Islay. Heading on round the southern tip of Kerrera past Ardmore yet more incredible vistas await you with a peek up Loch Spelvie and Mull’s magical mountains.
Where is Gylen Castle in Isle of Kerrera?
Perched high on old sea stacks at the south end of Kerrera, the magnificent Gylen Castle cuts a slim but imposing figure over the Firth of Lorne. Build in 1582 by the Clan McDougall, the castle barely managed 100 years of occupation before it was besieged and burned down in 1647.
When is the Tea Garden in Kerrera open?
Kerrera Tea Garden serves lunch 7 days a week from Easter til September. With a nod to the traditional and the hearty, expect soups from around the world, Scottish stews, home made scones and cakes as well as hot and cold drinks.