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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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18

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Tangasdale Beach – View of Castlebay Harbour loop from Borve

00:30

11.2km

100m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.63 km

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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2

1.78 km

Halaman Bay (Bàgh Halaman)

Highlight • Natural

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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3

2.12 km

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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4

5.06 km

View of Castlebay Harbour

Highlight • Lake

5

5.42 km

Barra Bike Hire

Highlight • Cycleway

Further info can be found on barrabikehire.co.uk

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6

5.86 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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B

11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.42 km

2.76 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.8 km

392 m

< 100 m

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