Discover the Charm of Scalpay Bothy

Getting There

• Car

  If you are starting from Stornoway, the main town on the Isle of Lewis, head southwest on the A857 towards Tarbert. After approximately 30 miles, you will reach Tarbert. From Tarbert, take the A859 towards Scalpay. Follow the signs for Scalpay, and after crossing the Scalpay Bridge, continue on the road until you reach Tigh an Urrais, which is well-signposted. The journey takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes in total.

• Public Transportation

  From Stornoway, take the bus to Tarbert. The bus service is operated by Western Isles Buses, and you can check their schedule online. Once you arrive in Tarbert, you will need to take a local taxi to Scalpay, as there is no direct public transport to Scalpay. Taxis can usually be found at the bus station or called in advance. The taxi ride from Tarbert to Scalpay will take around 15 minutes.

• Walking

  If you are already on Scalpay, you can easily walk to Scalpay Bothy. Depending on your starting point on the island, follow the main roads towards Tigh an Urrais. The Bothy is located at the southeastern part of the island, so make sure to ask locals for directions if needed. The walking distance can vary but expect it to be around 1-2 miles from most points on Scalpay.