How to get to Mangersta Croft Holidays & Mangurstadh Gallery
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Located in Scotland in the tiny Hebridean village of Mangersta on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis we are literally on the North Atlantic Edge of Europe. Part of the beautiful archipelago which forms the Outer Hebrides.
Mangurstadh (Mangersta) Village
Mangurstadh (Mangersta) Village
Search HS2 9EY for maps and directions to our stunning location (opens in google maps) near the white sands of Traigh Mhangurstaigh and the rugged sea cliffs which form the Mangersta Headland.
Isle of Lewis Map
Our luxury camping site is open all year. The Cabins and Shepherd's Huts are fully insulated and heated to ensure a comfy camping experience in any weather.
The Hebridean Arts and Crafts Gallery is open most days but it is advisable to check opening times by phone or e-mail prior to travelling long distances to our remote location. The surrounding landscape is designated as a National Scenic Area and is well worth a visit. There are also several cafes, a community shop and a local heritage museum in neighbouring villages.
The journey here by boat or plane from Scotland's mainland can be an exciting adventure in itself with spectacular aerial views of the Highlands and Islands in clear weather and opportunities for wildlife watching from the Calmac ferries.
Calmac Sunrise
Tarbert (Harris) to Uig (Isle of Skye) ferry
The Hebridean Arts and Crafts Gallery is open most days but it is advisable to check opening times by phone or e-mail prior to travelling long distances to our remote location. The surrounding landscape is designated as a National Scenic Area and is well worth a visit. There are also several cafes, a community shop and a local heritage museum in neighbouring villages.
The journey here by boat or plane from Scotland's mainland can be an exciting adventure in itself with spectacular aerial views of the Highlands and Islands in clear weather and opportunities for wildlife watching from the Calmac ferries.
Calmac Sunrise
Tarbert (Harris) to Uig (Isle of Skye) ferry
By ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne car and passenger ferries sail from Ullapool on the Scottish mainland to Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis and from Uig on the Isle of Skye to Tarbert on Harris. For holiday makers island hopping up through the Outer Hebrides there are also ferry connections between Berneray on North Uist and Leverburgh in Harris. Remember to book ferry travel at the same time as a stay at Mangersta Croft Holidays, as all routes can be very busy , particularly in the summer months.
By train:
You can travel as far as Inverness by rail then by coach to Ullapool where you can catch the ferry to Stornoway. You can also travel as far as Oban, Mallaig, and Kyle of Lochalsh by train and then by coach connection through Skye to Uig (on the Isle of Skye) to catch the ferry to Tarbert in Harris.
By plane:
Loganair operate regular flights between Stornoway Airport on the Isle of Lewis, and Glasgow, Edinburgh and Inverness.
Caledonian MacBrayne car and passenger ferries sail from Ullapool on the Scottish mainland to Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis and from Uig on the Isle of Skye to Tarbert on Harris. For holiday makers island hopping up through the Outer Hebrides there are also ferry connections between Berneray on North Uist and Leverburgh in Harris. Remember to book ferry travel at the same time as a stay at Mangersta Croft Holidays, as all routes can be very busy , particularly in the summer months.
By train:
You can travel as far as Inverness by rail then by coach to Ullapool where you can catch the ferry to Stornoway. You can also travel as far as Oban, Mallaig, and Kyle of Lochalsh by train and then by coach connection through Skye to Uig (on the Isle of Skye) to catch the ferry to Tarbert in Harris.
By plane:
Loganair operate regular flights between Stornoway Airport on the Isle of Lewis, and Glasgow, Edinburgh and Inverness.
Ben Nevis Aerial View
Loganair Glasgow to Stornoway flight
Loganair Glasgow to Stornoway flight
By bus:
There are bus and coach services to the ferry ports at Ullapool on the Scottish mainland and Uig on the Isle of Skye. There is a local bus service between Stornoway and Uig on the Isle of Lewis. The bus service runs on a daily basis Monday to Saturday. There is no bus service on a Sunday. Buses to and from Stornoway will drop and collect visitors at the top of the Mangurstadh Gallery and Mangersta Croft Holidays driveway. Up-to-date Lewis and Harris bus timetables can be downloaded from the local authority Comhairle nan Eilean Siar website. Search for the Uig to Stornoway and Stornoway to Uig bus routes.
There are bus and coach services to the ferry ports at Ullapool on the Scottish mainland and Uig on the Isle of Skye. There is a local bus service between Stornoway and Uig on the Isle of Lewis. The bus service runs on a daily basis Monday to Saturday. There is no bus service on a Sunday. Buses to and from Stornoway will drop and collect visitors at the top of the Mangurstadh Gallery and Mangersta Croft Holidays driveway. Up-to-date Lewis and Harris bus timetables can be downloaded from the local authority Comhairle nan Eilean Siar website. Search for the Uig to Stornoway and Stornoway to Uig bus routes.
Stornoway to Uig Isle of Lewis Map
By road:
From Stornoway take the A859 south to Leurbost or if travelling up from Harris take the A859 north to Leurbost. At Leurbost take the A858 to Gearraidh na h-Aibhne/Garynahine - then turn left onto the B8011 to Uig. Approx. 20min. drive from here you will pass by Reothart nan Ealain at Loch Croistean, followed by the harbour at Miabhig, before driving through the narrow gorge of Bhaltos Glen. Once through the glen you will see Uig sands and the rugged Uig hills. Continue to follow signs to Mangurstadh.
Uig Community Shop Sign
Open: Mon - Sat | 9am - 5pm
From Stornoway take the A859 south to Leurbost or if travelling up from Harris take the A859 north to Leurbost. At Leurbost take the A858 to Gearraidh na h-Aibhne/Garynahine - then turn left onto the B8011 to Uig. Approx. 20min. drive from here you will pass by Reothart nan Ealain at Loch Croistean, followed by the harbour at Miabhig, before driving through the narrow gorge of Bhaltos Glen. Once through the glen you will see Uig sands and the rugged Uig hills. Continue to follow signs to Mangurstadh.
Uig Community Shop Sign
Open: Mon - Sat | 9am - 5pm
Stop at Uig Community Shop in Timsgarry if you need any groceries or fuel, then carry on along the road through the village of Eadha Dha Fhadhail/ Ardroil and past the Abhainn Dhearg Distillery at Carnish where the road bends up a steep hill. Drive alongside Loch Scaslavat then take the next right which is signposted to Mangurstadh/ Mangersta. The road winds around the loch and up another hill. Follow the road until you reach the Mangurstadh Gallery and Mangersta Croft Holidays signs. Look out for the bright red and yellow Shepherd's Huts at the top of the driveway. Free parking is reserved for guests next to each of the Huts and Wigwam Cabins.
Aberdeen Angus cattle grazing in Mangersta
“ABSOLUTE GEM OF A WEE
PLACE TO STAY!
PLACE TO STAY!
Derek was so welcoming and very friendly, we loved chatting to him and his wife on their artwork which was great! Even if you are not staying def go visit the gallery...”
"Our recent visit to Mangersta Croft Holidays was remarkable. Hosts Elsie and Derek were very hospitable, friendly, and helpful, and the location was stunningly beautiful. Walks to cliffs overlooking the sea, secluded beaches, and picturesque rolling hills right at your doorstep, never ceased to wow!..."
“We had a really great stay in the cabin. The location is amazing - we did a lovely walk around the cliffs in the evening sun. The place itself was well kitted out and very clean. The fire pit was great and Elsie and Derek were very helpful and friendly - couldn't recommend more!”
"Of the seven locations in the Outer Hebrides that I was lucky enough to stay in, Mangersta Croft was the one I would return to in a heartbeat! As a (very) amateur photographer, it was a wonderful location for wildlife spotting and the surrounding scenery is simply breath-taking...."
"Our recent visit to Mangersta Croft Holidays was remarkable. Hosts Elsie and Derek were very hospitable, friendly, and helpful, and the location was stunningly beautiful. Walks to cliffs overlooking the sea, secluded beaches, and picturesque rolling hills right at your doorstep, never ceased to wow!..."
“We had a really great stay in the cabin. The location is amazing - we did a lovely walk around the cliffs in the evening sun. The place itself was well kitted out and very clean. The fire pit was great and Elsie and Derek were very helpful and friendly - couldn't recommend more!”
"Of the seven locations in the Outer Hebrides that I was lucky enough to stay in, Mangersta Croft was the one I would return to in a heartbeat! As a (very) amateur photographer, it was a wonderful location for wildlife spotting and the surrounding scenery is simply breath-taking...."
For further information on our art and craft work or to book a glamping pod in Mangurstadh , please contact:
Derek Scanlan and Elsie Mitchell
Mangersta Croft Holidays
Mangurstadh Gallery
5 Mangersta
Uig
Isle of Lewis
Outer Hebrides
Scotland
HS2 9EY
Derek's Mobile: +44 (0)7814 895 796
or
Elsie's Mobile: +44 (0)7949 412 307
Email: derek@derekscanlan.co.uk
Derek Scanlan and Elsie Mitchell
Mangersta Croft Holidays
Mangurstadh Gallery
5 Mangersta
Uig
Isle of Lewis
Outer Hebrides
Scotland
HS2 9EY
Derek's Mobile: +44 (0)7814 895 796
or
Elsie's Mobile: +44 (0)7949 412 307
Email: derek@derekscanlan.co.uk