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Things to See and Do in the Outer Hebrides


The devil creates work for idle hands. (Someone with nothing to do will put the cats on the fire)

An duine aig nach eil càil ri dhèanamh, cuiridh na cait air an teine


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Island Highlights

Made in the Outer Hebrides Guide Front Cover

A downloadable guide to galleries and retail outlets where visual art and craft, made in the Outer Hebrides, can be viewed, enjoyed & purchased.

Scaladale Centre - Activities climbers on rocks

Scaladale offers coasteering, kayaking, gorge walking, climbing and abseiling, mountain biking, hill walking, raft building, archery, dinghy sailing and boat trips. Scaladale Activity enquiries…

Cliff Studio  - external

Cliff Studio, located by Cliff Beach, Valtos, Uig, shows coastal landscape and abstract influenced paintings, drawings and ceramics by artist’s Margaret Uttley and David Knight. Open for visitors…

Rob Howard eagles

Wildlife Tours in the stunning Pairc district of the Isle of Lewis

Buth Bharraigh interior

Community local produce shop selling quality products from Barra & Vatersay including fish, meat, bread, jams and chutneys, eggs, home baking and much more. Also stocks wholefood, books, wool & craft…

Discover Hebrides logo

We offer private tours of Lewis & Harris, accommodating up to 4 people in a comfortable surround. With our local, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide Gordon, who is a local born to the Island and a…

Long Island Retreats sunrise over misty loch

Create memories that will last a lifetime. Step off the beaten track and immerse yourself in island life. Meet the locals, hear tales of yesteryear, learn a little Gaelic, get up close with our…

studio

An open studio situated in an old byre overlooking the Atlantic in the crofting village of Aird Uig. 

Coll Pottery Craft Centre

A working craft centre featuring fused glass, ceramics, and silver jewellery. Featuring 3 galleries showing a wide range of work, all made in the Outer Hebrides, no imports or tourist tat. We also…

Long Island Retreats horse

Create memories that will last a lifetime. Step off the beaten track and immerse yourself in island life. Meet the locals, hear tales of yesteryear, learn a little Gaelic, get up close with our…

Aerial photo of the Taigh Chearsabhagh building, looking towards Lochmaddy Pier and Lee.

Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Arts Centre is a place where people can meet, share ideas, learn new skills and experience cultural interpretation that is imaginative and stimulating.

Harris Tweed purse

Dancing Flower Crafts designs and handmakes one off, unique Harris Tweed® gifts and accessories. Inspired by the colours, sights, sounds, life, wildlife and environment of the magical Outer Hebrides.…

2 people sitting inside a barrel sauna looking out to the sea

Experience the wellness effects of hot & cold therapy in our mobile wood-fired sauna by the sea. Sea dips optional. Freshwater supplied. Lewis & Harris.

Aerial image Stornoway Golf Club and Stornoway Harbour

We are awaiting information from Stornoway Golf Club.

Heb360 Tours couple sitting at camp fire

We offer Private Tours of Outer Hebrides from our base in Stornoway, Isle of Lewis. Bilingual locals we provide flexible, professional journeys in our 4x4 7-seater vehicles and the highest standards…

An Lanntair external

The largest arts facility in the Outer Hebrides and comprises a gallery, performance space/cinema, education room, bar/restaurant and gift shop. It has won many awards including a Come to Britain…

Rib with visitors

Let your Hebridean Adventure begin with Seatrek, based in Uig on the Isle of Lewis, providing unforgettable day trips to some of our most remote islands such as North Rona and the Flannans, or take a…

Shoreline Stoneware Outside of gallery

Every piece of hand-crafted Shoreline Stoneware Pottery captures texture from natural materials and found objects. The gallery hosts a wide selection of work by local artist with original works…

weaver

We invite you to embark on our uniquely crafted and interactive Hebridean Tour of the Isle of Lewis with three immersive experiences that will captivate your imagination.

Enchanted Isle in Village Bay

Our St.Kilda day trip is our main trip and one we specialise in. Running from Leverburgh in the Isle of Harris the trip offers the shortest crossing to this spectacular duel World Heritage site. We…

Barra Surf and Coastal Adventures splash

Unique adventures in stunning locations on the Isle of Barra. Our professional guides and instructors offer surf lessons, snorkelling close encounters with seals, beautiful sea kayak tours, and the…

Western Isles Tour Guides Association Group of tour guides in the Outer Hebrides

Engage professional Tour Guides to enhance your visit to a Gaelic landscape and culture. Western Isles Tour Guide Association has a 21-year record of successful tours, in 9 languages, with U.K. &…

Puffin

We run sightseeing trips along the east and west coast of Uist, along with trips to Mingulay, Monach Isles and St Kilda. Other island destinations available on request.

Holmasaig Studio Gallery beach

Isle of Harris watercolour artist Margarita Williams of Holmasaig Studio Gallery, lives in the village where she was born, situated in spectacular scenery of the Bays Road on the rocky South East of…

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  1. Culla Bay, Outer Hebrides
    Check out our online shop for maps, guides, books and Hebridean Way branded goods.
  2. 8 Ways to Experience the Outer Hebrides this Spring!

    Our islands ancient history and spectacular landscapes offer unlimited adventures. From strolling along pristine sands, to enjoying sea vistas of turquoise waters or immersing yourself in our Hebridean culture, there are lots of memories to take back home with you!

  3. Made in the Outer Hebrides, a guide to arts and Crafts on the islands.
    Check out our downloadable Art and Craft guide, showcasing our Hebridean Artists and Makers.
  4. Light on at cottage in St Kilda
    There are so many great things to do and experience in the Outer Hebrides. Whether you're up for high octane adventure or more sedate activities, there is something for everyone.
  5. ishga sand
    ishga is an award-winning luxury skincare brand based in Stornoway. Results-driven skincare that is created using the pillars of provenance, science and sustainability.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  6. 2 people sitting inside a barrel sauna looking out to the sea
    Experience the wellness effects of hot & cold therapy in our mobile wood-fired sauna by the sea. Sea dips optional. Freshwater supplied. Lewis & Harris.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  7. logo
    Hebridean E-bike hire lets you explore the Outer Hebrides at your pace. Taking in nature and the wonder of the Hebrides in just the right way.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  8. weaver
    We invite you to embark on our uniquely crafted and interactive Hebridean Tour of the Isle of Lewis with three immersive experiences that will captivate your imagination.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  9. Cliff Studio  - external
    Cliff Studio, located by Cliff Beach, Valtos, Uig, shows coastal landscape and abstract influenced paintings, drawings and ceramics by artist’s Margaret Uttley and David Knight. Open for visitors April to Sept, Tuesday to Saturday, 11am - 5pm.
    1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
  10. Harris Tweed purse
    Dancing Flower Crafts designs and handmakes one off, unique Harris Tweed® gifts and accessories. Inspired by the colours, sights, sounds, life, wildlife and environment of the magical Outer Hebrides. Each design is unique and I’m happy to design something special just for you.
    1. studio
      An open studio situated in an old byre overlooking the Atlantic in the crofting village of Aird Uig.
      1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
    2. Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours whale swimming in sea
      Scheduled boat tours, private charters and adventure sea swimming from Stornoway harbour, Isle of Lewis.
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
    3. An Taigh Cèilidh cafe
      Nicknamed “The Gaelic café” by locals, An Taigh Cèilidh is a Gaelic community centre with events, café, bookshop & gifts. The use of Gaelic is encouraged, though everyone is welcome regardless of whether fluent or don’t have a single word.
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
    4. Horse-riding along Traigh Mhor beach
      Beach Riding at at Tràigh Mhòr Pony Trekking
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    5. Hebridean Spa with sunset view
      Get pampered in luxurious surroundings and enjoy some much-needed relaxation time with Hebridean Spa.
    6. Long Island Retreats horse
      Spend the morning getting to know the ponies, learn the art of sheep shearing or head out on the machair to learn about the unique ecosystem of South Uist.
    7. Rob Howard eagles
      Wildlife Tours in the stunning Pairc district of the Isle of Lewis
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
    8. Love Gàidhlig truck
      Enrich your Gaelic conversation skills while visiting our island communities with immersion courses and one-off local lessons.
      1. Sollas Bookbinding stack of books
        Pick up stunning hand-crafted books and boxes.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      2. Shoreline Stoneware Outside of gallery
        Every piece of hand-crafted Shoreline Stoneware Pottery captures texture from natural materials and found objects. The gallery hosts a wide selection of work by local artist with original works across different media.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      3. Enchanted Isle in Village Bay
        Sea Harris offer scheduled excursions to St.Kilda and the Shiant Islands as well as providing charters to many small Islands accessible from the Isle of Harris. The dual World Heritage site of St Kilda is our main destination with daily trips running
      4. Puffin
        We run sightseeing trips along the east and west coast of Uist, along with trips to Mingulay, Monach Isles and St Kilda.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      5. Castlebay Marina black yacht
        Castlebay Marina, an excellent resting point on your journey through the Hebrides. Situated in the heart of Castlebay, Isle of Barra next to the facilities in the town.
      6. Rib with visitors
        Let your Hebridean Adventure begin with Seatrek, based in Uig on the Isle of Lewis, providing unforgettable day trips to some of our most remote islands such as North Rona and the Flannans, or take a boat trip round the stunning coastline.
        1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
      7. A working craft centre featuring a blacksmith, glass, ceramics and jewellery. Here you can browse our galleries, watch us work from our viewing area and have refreshments in our tearoom.
        1. 10th March 202519th October 2025
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        3. 1st January 20269th March 2026
      8. Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea
        Skinny Tyres provide unrivalled and expert support for your road cycling adventure in the Outer Hebrides. Our fully customised vans & expert team of guides means you can be confident that we will provide you with an amazing cycling holiday.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      9. Aerial image Stornoway Golf Club and Stornoway Harbour
        We are awaiting information from Stornoway Golf Club.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      10. Hercules statue, langass woods, north uist

        North Uist had a global celebrity visit in 1980 - in the shape of a grizzly bear!

      11. Tiumpan Head is located at the far eastern end of the Eye peninsula on Lewis
      12. Northton temple harris
        This area, from the township of Taobh Tuath to the headland of Rubh' an Teampaill, has numerous sites of archaeological significance.
      13. Beach laning in Barra
        The only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach!
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      1. Mangurstadh Gallery picture of river

        Address

        5 Mangersta, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9EY

        Telephone

        01851 672 384

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        You will find Mangurstadh Gallery, a  family run business, on a working croft in Uig, Isle of Lewis.

        Add Mangurstadh Gallery to your Itinerary

      2. Uig Heritage Centre displays
        Uig Heritage Centre outside building
        Uig Heritage Centre displays
        Uig Heritage Centre outside building

        Address

        Timsgarry, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9JD

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        In the remote region of uig on the Isle of Lewis, you will find Uig Heritage Centre.  Here you can see replicas of the famous Lewis Chessmen, 12th century Viking chess pieces which were found on Uig Beach.

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      3. Caolas Gallery - Exterior
        Caolas Gallery - inside
        Stefan Davies
        Caolas Gallery - Exterior
        Caolas Gallery - inside
        Stefan Davies

        Address

        11a Kyles Scalpay, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3BS

        Telephone

        01859 530344

        Isle of Harris

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Our beautiful wooden eco-turf roofed Yurt Gallery is situated on the scenic road to the Isle of Scalpay. Browse our wide range of photography and hand made tweed rugs and cushions whilst enjoying tea/coffee and yummy cake.

        Add Harris Hebrides Photography to your Itinerary

      4. Grinneabhat exhibition room
        Grinneabhat
        Grinneabhat exhibition room
        Grinneabhat

        Address

        North Bragar, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9DA

        Telephone

        01851 710210

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        A cèilidh/meeting place with arts and cultural exhibitions, a café, accommodation, events and classes. A warm welcome – ceud mìle fàilte – awaits visitors from near and far at Grinneabhat.

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        • Children Welcome

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        Facilities

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        • Dogs Welcome

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        • Cafe / Restaurant available on site

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        • Disabled Citizens

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        • On Public Transport Route

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      5. Tigh na Mara Gallery - exterior and sea
        Tigh na Mara Gallery inside
        Tigh na Mara Gallery - beach view
        Tigh na Mara Gallery - exterior and sea
        Tigh na Mara Gallery inside
        Tigh na Mara Gallery - beach view

        Address

        East Kilbride, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5TS

        Telephone

        01878 700883

        Isle of South Uist

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Tigh na Mara Art and Antiques Gallery is by the sea at East Kilbride on the south coast of South Uist. Run by artist Amanda Rae and features local artists and makers.

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      6. Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 pictures made of seaweed
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn seaweed picture
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 floral prints
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 pictures made of seaweed
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn seaweed picture
        Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn 4 floral prints

        Address

        Retailing @ Shoreline Stoneware, Locheport, Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5EU

        Isle of North Uist

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Unique hand pressed organic seaweed pictures made from delicate sea florals collected from Uist Hebridean seashores. Photo cards of the islands of Uist showing Hebridean life, land and seascape, flora and fauna and other Uist gifts.

        Add Vanessa Langley - Machair & Feamainn to your Itinerary

      7. Taigh Dhonnchaidh Arts and Music Centre

        Address

        44 Habost, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0TG

        Telephone

        01851 810166

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Based in Ness on the Isle of Lewis, Taigh Dhonnchaidh offers musical and cultural opportunities to the youth of the area and beyond. Our aim is to preserve the local traditional music and culture for generations to come

        Add Taigh Dhonnchaidh Arts and Music Centre to your Itinerary

      8. The Beach House Gallery blue and grey painting
        The Beach House Gallery beach sand rocks & sea
        The Beach House Gallery shop
        The Beach House Gallery blue and grey painting
        The Beach House Gallery beach sand rocks & sea
        The Beach House Gallery shop

        Address

        The Beach House, Dalbeg, Isle of lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9AE

        Telephone

        07500117832

        Isle of lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        A beautiful little gallery situated just above the sandy beach at Dalbeg, on the west side of Lewis.

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      9. External view of Blamire at Harris shop
        Aquamarine Mug, Rupert Blamire at Harris shop
        Painting by Hope Blamire at Harris shop
        External view of Blamire at Harris shop
        Aquamarine Mug, Rupert Blamire at Harris shop
        Painting by Hope Blamire at Harris shop

        Address

        Main Street, Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3DJ

        Telephone

        01179393914

        Isle of Harris

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Art, ceramics & home-wares by Hope and Rupert Blamire.

        Facilities

        Special Requirements

        • Children Welcome
        • Families

        Facilities

        Special Requirements

        • Pets Welcome

        Add Blamire at Harris to your Itinerary

      10. Borgh Pottery plaque

        Address

        Borve, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0RX

        Telephone

        01851 850345

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Welcome to Borgh Pottery, a working studio overlooking the Atlantic ocean on the Isle of Lewis. For five decades Sue Blair has made unique ceramics interpreting the raw elements of the landscape in simple, striking forms.

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      11. Hebrides People Visitor Centre building
        Hebrides People Visitor Centre logo
        Hebrides People Visitor Centre shop
        Hebrides People Visitor Centre building
        Hebrides People Visitor Centre logo
        Hebrides People Visitor Centre shop

        Address

        Northton Heritage Trust, Northton, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3JA

        Telephone

        01859 520258

        Isle of Harris

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Seallam! Visitor Centre is found in Northton Isle of Harris in the lovely Isle of Harris. You can wonder through the exhibits, looking at history and the natural environment of the Outer Hebrides.

        Add Hebrides People Visitor Centre to your Itinerary

      12. Traigh Mhor, Tolsta, Isle of Lewis
        Tiumpan Head, Point, Isle of Lewis
        Pairc Deer Raiders Monument, Balallan, Isle of Lewis
        Traigh Mhor, Tolsta, Isle of Lewis
        Tiumpan Head, Point, Isle of Lewis
        Pairc Deer Raiders Monument, Balallan, Isle of Lewis

        Address

        Bridge to Nowhere, North Tolsta, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0NF

        Isle of Lewis

        This east coast of Lewis self guided tour will take you as far north as the village of Tolsta, as far east as Tiumpan Head lighthouse and as far south as the village of Airivruaich.

        Add East Coast of Lewis Geotourist Audio Tour to your Itinerary

      13. Kildonan Museum

        Address

        Kildonan Centre, Kildonan, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5RZ

        Telephone

        01878 710343

        Isle of South Uist

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Learn about the South Uists local history at Kildonan Museum through stories, artefacts and images.

        The museum is ajacent to a cafe and opposite a local craft shop.

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      14. Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop gallery
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop workshop
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop cafe
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop gallery
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop workshop
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop cafe

        Address

        8 Balallan,, Lochs, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9PN

        Telephone

        01851 830742

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        “We are an oasis of good food, warmth, art and cheeriness”

        We are a gallery and coffee shop based in Balallan. Look for the Black and White signs for the Island Arts Gallery and Snacks and Tigh na Bruaich B&B. We are ¼ mile from the ‘Welcome to Baile Ailein’ sign, at the Stornoway end of village and 2 ½ mile from the Tarbet end. We are the…

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      15. PQA Crafts patchwork
        PQA Crafts bunting
        PQA Crafts squares
        PQA Crafts patchwork
        PQA Crafts bunting
        PQA Crafts squares

        Address

        27 Achmore, Lochs, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9DU

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Crafting Harris Tweed gifts, accessories and soft furnishings - pouffes, doorstops, bags, scented gifts, cushions, footstools, bowl cosies, Tweedys and more. Selling from my Honesty hut and Craft Markets. Open to orders through Facebook Messenger and email. Wholesale possible.

        Facilities

        Transport

        • On Public Transport Route

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      16. Open Studios Hebrides - Collage 1
        Open Studios Hebrides - Collage 2
        Open Studios Hebrides - Collage 3
        Open Studios Hebrides - Collage 1
        Open Studios Hebrides - Collage 2
        Open Studios Hebrides - Collage 3

        Address

        Various studios, Lewis, Harris and Uist, Outer Hebrides

        Lewis, Harris and Uist

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Established in Lewis in 2021, Open Studio events have proved to be a great success each year, with a steady expansion across Lewis and Harris and now into Uist. As our main Open Studios Event approaches, we will be producing our usual guide that contains a wealth of information about how to visit the members in their studios and our group venues.

        Add Open Studios Hebrides to your Itinerary

      17. Address

        Castlebay School, Castlebay, Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides, HS9 5XD

        Telephone

        01871 710321

        Isle of Barra

        Castlebay Sports Centre has a Gym, Swimming Pool and Sauna. Games Hall is also available for hire outside school hours. Other activities include Flipper & Snorkel sessions and fun sessions.

        Facilities

        Special Requirements

        • Children Welcome
        • Families

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      18. Designs on Benbecula jewels
        Designs on Benbecula chain
        Designs on Benbecula silver
        Designs on Benbecula jewels
        Designs on Benbecula chain
        Designs on Benbecula silver

        Address

        East Camp, Balivanich, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides, HS7 5ND

        Telephone

        07766 017004

        Isle of Benbecula

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Jewellery designer and artist based on the isle of Benbecula.

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