Castlebay is the main village on Barra so pick up any supplies that you need here before heading off. The A888 road around the island is a nice ride on …

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9.95 km

Vatersay

Vatersay is the most southern of the main Outer Hebrides and the start (or end) of the 185mile Hebridean Way cycle trail. Some people go down to the beach and …

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31.4 km

Aird Mhòr Barra Ferry Terminal

The ferry here crosses to Coilleag on Eriskay. It's a regular service but timings vary with the seasons and weather so check calmac.co.uk/barra-eriskay-ferry-winter-timetable for the latest times.
Ardmhor Coffee is at the port with coffee and cake available.

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44.7 km

End point

Ferry Terminal

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.8 km

20.7 km

147 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.2 km

12.4 km

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (100 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 20 October

14°C

12°C

70 %

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Vatersay & Barra loop from Castlebay — Outer Hebrides

View of Kisimul Castle from Castlebay

Vatersay

Aird Mhòr Barra Ferry Terminal

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