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Welcome Point - MacGillivrays Gift Shop

Balivanich, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides, HS7 5LA

Type:Tourism Organisations

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About

We provide a wealth of local knowledge and information passed down through the generations on walks, hikes, cycling routes, activities, boat trips, excursions, nature and wildlife, not forgetting the best places to eat, sleep or catch the best sunrise and sunset.

Showcasing the finest local crafts, produce, gifts, souvenirs, maps and photography.  Browse the island’s largest book collection from the latest novels and island history to limited edition, rare second hand books. Hand knitted Harris wool socks, hats and jumpers. Luxury Harris Tweed products for all ages. For the rainy days, we have a selection of board and activity games for all.

See something you like but can’t take it with you, fear not, as we provide a worldwide posting service where your goods are waiting for you on your return home, this service is especially popular with our local photography.

Call in and meet our friendly staff who will help you make the best of your holiday, you might even learn a few words in Gaelic, our local spoken language J

Tapadh Leibh (tapa-leave) - Thank you.

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Awards

  • Other AwardsGold Listing Gold Listing 2013
  • Other AwardsHebridean Way Pit Stop Hebridean Way Pit Stop 2019
  • Other AwardsOuter Hebrides Tourism Member Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020

Opening Times

Open all year (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

* May-October
Mon-Friday (9am-5.00pm)
Saturday (9.30am-5.00pm)

November- April
Mon-Friday (9am-5.00pm)
Saturday (9.30am-4.00pm)

What's Nearby

  1. MacGillivrays is a 3rd, entering the 4th, generation family business based in Balivanich…

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  2. An iconic structure built in the early 1970s to service the RAF station in Balivanich.

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  3. Ruins of Teampull Chaluim Chille to the east of Balivanich.

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  1. Jewellery designer and artist based on the isle of Benbecula.

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  2. Just a stones throw from the airport, this magnifient beach is well worth a visit and is…

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  3. This elusive, grey and brown bird is slightly smaller than a moorhen and found around…

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  4. Cladh Mhuire, the burial ground for the Benbecula community, is the only site associated…

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  5. Ruined Chapel dating back to the 16th Century

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  6. The current steading was built in the early 1700’s; originally the site was part of a…

    1.28 miles away
  7. The long-tailed duck is a small, neat sea duck. They have small round heads and steep…

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  8. 27th April 1746. The Captain of Clanranald at Nunton House hears news of the Prince's…

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  9. This east coast of Lewis self guided tour will take you as far north as the village of…

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  10. Culla bay beach is a stunning white sandy beach and can be accessed from Nunton or Aird.

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  11. This sleek, elegant bird with a silvery body, slender wings and elongated tail streamers…

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  12. This small bay holds Eiders throughout the year.

    2.05 miles away
  13. Often encountered at the roadside during the morning and late evenings from May - July.

    2.21 miles away
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