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Tangasdale Beach – View of Castlebay Harbour loop from Borve

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Tangasdale Beach – View of Castlebay Harbour loop from Borve

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Tangasdale Beach – View of Castlebay Harbour loop from Borve

00:32

8.83km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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438 m

Borve Campsite

Highlight • Rest Area

Small campsite with good facilities clean showers, kitchen & fridge. Can be noisy next to the sea at night!

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586 m

Located on the west coast of the Isle of Barra, Halaman Bay is perfect for swimming, surfing and walking. The white sandy beach is backed by a fine sweep of machair full of wild flowers in spring and early summer.

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926 m

Tangasdale Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

WIth wide Atlantic views and white sand, Tangasdale Beach is a sight to behold as the road snakes past. The Isle of Barra Beach Hotel on the north eastern cliffs is the most westerly pub in the UK.

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3.87 km

View of Castlebay Harbour

Highlight • Lake

4.22 km

Barra Bike Hire

Highlight • Cycleway

Further info can be found on barrabikehire.co.uk

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4.65 km

View of Kisimul Castle from Castlebay

Highlight • Viewpoint

The main village on Barra island, Castlebay is a lovely place that gives a taste of Hebridean life. Here, you find a smattering of quaint shops and cafes, several grocery …

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8.83 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.23 km

278 m

134 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.24 km

278 m

179 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 26 August

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Tangasdale Beach – View of Castlebay Harbour loop from Borve

Borve Campsite

Halaman Bay (Bàgh Halaman)

Tangasdale Beach

View of Castlebay Harbour

Barra Bike Hire

View of Kisimul Castle from Castlebay

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