I checked the opening hours on Google beforehand and even went to the official website to make sure. Nowhere did it say that the place was closed. Only when I got there did I find a little sign on the door saying it’s on holiday until the end of October. On an island where everything is quite far apart, the least you could do is keep your website or Google listing up to date so people don’t waste their time driving there for nothing. There’s even a sign outside showing the regular opening hours, but you only find out it’s closed when you’re already parked and standing at the door. Why not do ir like the others and put a "closed" on the sign at the main street. Very frustrating and...
Read moreA little artistic jewel nestling in the stunning land and seascapes of North Uist. Everything designed, crafted, sourced and displayed in the gallery could be seen in the views from the welcoming doorway. Added bonus is that the gallery owner has many other jobs in the gallery. Retail worker, historian, storyteller, guide, dog whisperer (can make bonio magically appear) artist, potter. Yes, the artisan is in residence and is also truly local with her mother having been born at the croft next door where her gran and family lived. Wonderful! Loved my visit and...
Read moreGreat little shop with some fantastic artwork and pottery . Beautifully set out to make the most of each hand crafted item. A good option for a rainy windy day as it highlights what makes the uists so special We bought some cards and a...
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