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The Rum shop and post office is a small but well stocked shop. Like most of the island shops it's a centre for the community here providing all the daily needs for visitors and locals. Check the notice board for events and interesting island news.

Kinloch Castle is an Edwardian mansion which was completed in 1900. The castle and island are now owned by Scottish Natural Heritage. You can visit the castle at times that coincide with ferry landings.

Built between 1897 and 1900, Kinloch Castle was the country residence of the Bulloughs who had bought the island of Rum as a shooting estate. It was used as a hostel until 2015 but now requiring significant investment for repairs, it is sadly currently closed.

Only Rum residents are allowed to drive on the island so if you are looking for a quiet gravel ride, you have come to the right place. Rum truly is a hidden gem of Scotland. The track leads from Kinloch at the ferry all the way to Harry Bay in the south west. Keep an eye out for friendly Highland Cattle in amongst the gorgeous views.

At 812m this is the highest point on Rum and therefor the highest peak in the Rum Cuillin. It's a brilliant, scramble pyramidal peak standing at the head of the Cuillin ridge and offering awesome views across the island and across to Eigg. It's a tough expedition of a run but very satisfying especially if you camp or stay at the bothy and make it a two day adventure.

The CalMac ferry to Rum from Mallaig takes about 80mins and runs fairly regularly all year. It is dependent on the weather and can get fully booked so it's worth calling ahead and booking if possible. calmac.co.uk/article/2125/Rum

The CalMac ferry to Rum from Mallaig takes about 80mins and runs regularly all year. It is dependent on the weather and can get fully booked so it's worth calling ahead and booking if possible. www.calmac.co.uk/article/2125/Rum

The Isle of Skye isn’t the only Scottish island with a Cuillin ridge. The extraordinary island of Rum has its own alternative version – and Askival is its crown, the highest and most satisfying peak of the Rum Cuillin. The majestic pyramidal peak is the highlight of this classic Inner Hebrides ridge traverse.