Uig
The A87 runs northwest from Portree to the tiny ferry port of Uig, dramatically set in a horseshoe bay and the departure point for ferries to Tarbert (Harris) and Lochmaddy (North Uist).
Everything in the village revolves around the ferry timetables, and the regular bus service to and from Portree coincides with the arrival and departure of the ferries.
The village has two pubs, two shops, a hotel, a filling station and cafe. Uig Pottery sells a range of high quality pottery produced on-site, while the Skye Brewery sells its own superb real ales from the brewery shop. Sheltered by high cliffs, the bay is one of the most beautiful in Skye. Wildlife in the area includes golden eagles, sea eagles, pilot whales, seals and dolphins.
Fairy Glen
Just outside the village is the magical Fairy Glen. Turn right just before the Uig Hotel coming down the hill from the Portree direction. About a mile up the single track road you enter an eerie, mysterious world of perfect conical hills, some up to 60-ft high. It's almost inconceivable that these are natural formations and the inevitable mist only adds to the spooky strangeness of the place.
Local Phone code: +44 (0)1470
Region
Isle of SkyeTravel Directions to Uig
Nearby Ancient Monuments
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Flora Macdonald Grave
The story of Flora Macdonald is well known and her courageous support for Bonnie Prince Charlie. She is buried in Kilmuir Cemetary with a cross as a monument. A lovely location with the sea in the distance. Johnson's epitaph remains as moving as ever.
Local Visitor Attractions
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Whitewave Activities
Activity centre of the west coast of Trotternish Peninsula to the north of Uig on the main road. -
The Skye Museum of Island Life
Small museum comprised of a set of historic farm cottages and crofts on a wonderful location ovelooking the sea at Kilmuir. -
Kilt Rock & Mealt Waterfalls
Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls are worth a stop and a camera moment, Easy to access by car but care shoiuld be take to follow designated pathways.
Walks
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Faerie Glen
The Fairy Glen or Glen Conon is a bizarre landscape of conical hills that make a for a great walk and if the weather is right, for a grand spot for a picnic.
Local Pubs
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Ferry Inn Portree
Near the ferry terminal at Uig with lots of local Hebridean beers on tap and bottle. Local haunt as well.
Uig Hotels & Accommodation
There is a lot of self-catering accommodation in the area - see below, which gets booked up early. This is an extremely popular area of Skye for visitors.
There is a new bunkhouse designed in a very boutique style - The Cowshed Hostel just outside the centre of Uig with views over the harbour. W: Cowshed Website T: 017917 536820. They have both dorm bunks and the more private pods.
There are a few B&B as well - Abhaig on the coast (01470 542251) or Cuil in wonderful location overlooking the habour (01470 542474 W: Cuil B&B)
Uig Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Thatched Croft, Skye - Sleeps 2
This charming thatched property is an original Skye "Black House" which has been renovated into a wonderful romantic hideaway. Sleeps 2 + 2 dogs
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Glenview Cottage, Uig, Sleeps 4
Ideally placed for exploring Skye. This lovely cottage has wonderful views over Uig Bay and is a short walk to the ferry for Outer Hebridean islands. Sleeps 4
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Lawries Thatched Black House, Uig Peninsula on Isle of Skye - Sleeps 2
Romantic thatched cottage on Uig/Trotternish Peninsula. Sleeps 2. Lovely position and location. Simple interior that could be more stylish! -
Trotternish Cottage, near Uig Isle of Skye Sleeps 5
Sleeping up to five people in three bedrooms, this cottage is on a working croft 5 miles from Uig on the Isle of Skye. Located off the beaten path perfect if you want to chill out and relax.
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Totescore Cottage near Uig - Sleeps 5
Detached cottage on Uig Peninsula north of Uig. Sleeps five people in three bedrooms. -
Sea Loch View, Uig, sleeps 4
Enjoying a fabulous elevated position overlooking Uig Bay, Sea Loch View is a spacious, tastefully presented detached holiday property. With floor-to-ceiling glass in the living room, dining room and kitch...
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Sealladh Breagh Cottage on Trotternish Peninsula - Sleeps 8
Detached large cottage situated on hillside, six miles South of Uig on the Isle of Skye. Sleeps eight people in three bedrooms. -
Argyle Cottage, Uig, Isle of Skye - Sleeps 6-8
This superb, detached cottage sits in its own grounds with panoramic views across Uig Bay. Furnished throughout in Scandanavian style, the cottage is bright and airy with wooden flooring and an attractive ...
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The Granary, Isle of Skye - Sleeps 2
Monkstadt became the seat of the Clan Macdonald in 1730 when they abandoned Duntulm Castle. Nearby are servants’ houses and a steading which includes a granary stable, cartshed and a mill with horse walk....
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Bothan Aonghais Bothy near Uig - sleeps 2
Pretty remote whitewashed cottage on Uig Peninsula in Northern Skye. Sleeps two people in one bedroom.
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Ceol na Mara Apartment in Uig - Sleeps 6
First floor apartment close to Uig. Sleeps six people in three bedrooms. -
Jubilee Cottage near Uig on Skye - sleeps 6
Cottage set in location looking out to sea, 1.3 miles from the village of Uig on the Isle of Skye. Sleeps six people in three bedrooms.
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Homer Cottage - Uig - Sleeps 4
Detached modern single storey cottage situated six miles from Uig. Sleeps four people in two bedrooms. -
Tigh-a-Creagan, Uig, Sleeps 4
This attractively renovated detached croft house is set tucked on a hillside, with superb panoramic views. It is surrounded by croft land, with a large garden, making an idyllic cosy retreat at any time of...