The two beaches on the narrow part of Vatersay are both beautiful but with a different character. This one, sometimes known as Traigh a Bhaigh is calm with lovely sand. It's a great place for a swim and a picnic if the weather is good enough. On the other side to the west of the island Traigh Shiar gets the wind, the waves are more powerful and it's never as calm. It's a beautiful wild spot to run along especially in bad weather but never as peaceful.

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Jog this moderate 3.0-mile (4.8 km) loop around Vatersay Beaches, enjoying coastal views, white sands, and historical sites.

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View of Vatersay Beach – Start of the Hebridean Way loop from Castlebay

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Castlebay, Eilean Siar, Scotland, United Kingdom

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