I have been involved in ethnological research and work in the island for some fifty years, leading to many restorations of the traditional buildings, Blackhouses, Bothan (Beehive houses), Norse Mills, and the Iron Age House at Bosta. Also, I was involved at an early stage …
I began guiding for Lewis and Harris tours from cruise liners calling into Stornoway in 2003, initially for German passengers, because I am Swiss as well as Scots, and therefore bilingual German/English, with a little French, Italian and Dutch thrown in 😊 I had good …
I am Liz Carmichael, a Green Badge Guide. Not a native of Lewis, I have lived here for 30 years.I came to the island as a teacher at the Nicolson Institute but have come to regard Lewis as home. Since retiring, I am trying my …
Carol Knott is an archaeologist based in the Isle of Lewis since 1988, whose work around the Western Isles has given her an extensive knowledge of the history and culture of the Hebrides. Carol is an STGA Green Badge Guide. Carol is only available on …
I made the Isle of Lewis my home more than 45 years ago in 1978. I am a Green Badge Guide and delight in sharing the wonderful landscape, its ancient historical sites and rich culture with many visitors from around the world. Having retired from …
I have lived on Lewis since 2011, and have been a regular visitor to the island since 1965. During that time I have gained a detailed knowledge of the area. My wife was born and brought up in Stornoway, and we returned home because of …
‘S mise Magaidh a native islander, Gaelic speaker and Green Badge Guide. Traditions and island social history are at the heart of everything I do: research, writing, performance and tour guiding. I was brought up in a crofting family in the 60s and still live …
Hi. I am Doro and privileged to live on the most beautiful island in existence. As a Green Badge Guide, I love to pass on my enthusiasm, experience and knowledge of this special place. I have worked as a tour guide in Lewis & Harris …
Explore the Western Isles on foot. Join us for a gentle romp round town or discover formidable vistas and breathtaking scenery in one of our guided hikes. We offer our walking tour services to cruise ship companies, coach parties as well as individual groups. Please …
Sustainable tourism is a way of travelling and exploring a destination while respecting its culture, environment and people. It is about managing all resources in such a way that economic, social and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, essential ecological processes, biological …
