
Welcome to the Islands of Barra & Vatersay

This is the most southerly point of the Outer Hebrides, with magnificent cliffs on the west side of Skate point, they take the full force of the gigantic seas. In early May, the hill side is a riot of colour with primroses, celandine, wild violets and yellow flag iris. The cove east of the landing place is much frequented by grey seal, kittiwake, guillemot and auk; puffins are found in large numbers on the cliffs.
Mingulay (Scottish Gaelic: Miughalaigh is the second largest of the Bishop's Isles , it is known for its important seabird populations, including puffins, Black-legged Kittiwakes, and razorbills, which nest in the sea-cliffs, amongst the highest in the British Isles.