| The coast that runs down the West side of Lewis, from Ness to
Carloway, is punctuated by numerous villages and is host to several
pleasant beaches.
It is reached from Stornoway by driving across Barvas Moor, a
wild area of rolling, heather clad hillsides. At Barvas village
(Gaelic - Bharabhas), you have the choice of turning right towards
Ness, or left towards Carloway.
Should you take the right turn, be sure to visit the Butt of Lewis,
the most Northerly point of the island, and the pleasant, dune
backed beaches reached by turning at Lionel.
Following the road south from Barvas, at Arnol you can visit the
Black House Museum, which offers an interesting view of traditional
croft living and a walk for the village down to the shore reaches
a mixed sand, shingle and pebble beach, with panoramic views across
Loch Arnol.
Continuing through Bragar - note the whalebone arch - Shawbost
is home to a Tweed Mill and an interesting village shop - turn
right off the main road at the sign and you'll find the shop on
your left - the amazing mix of products makes it well worth popping
in for a loaf of bread, a tin of paint or a pair of wellington
boots!
On this road, don't miss the chance to visit Dhail Beag and Dhail
Mhor, both being extremely picturesque beaches.
A little further on, the Blackhouse Village affords a glimpse
of life gone by and the hotel just after Carloway may offer you
welcome refreshment. |
