Places to Visit around Stornoway Isle of Lewis

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Stornoway Original Black Pudding 17 Church Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

Started in 1931, Macleod and Macleod have served the island communities of Lewis and Harris with the finest quality meat products, and are the longest established butcher within Stornoway.

The tight knit team of professional butchers adhere to the strict quality guidelines set by the founders Kenny and Donald Macleod. Macleod and Macleod have successfully built upon the reputation established by the Macleod's to become a premier producer of Stornoway Black Pudding throughout Scotland.

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Tel: 01851 7033844 Email: littlefatbutcher@btinternet.com

	`Stornoway Fish Smokers` Shell Street Stornoway Isle of Lewis HS1 2BS
		`Stornoway's premier supplier of smoked fish, kippers, salmon, and shellfish. As well known traditional fish smokers, we can supply you with the best in traditional smoked fish. Located in Shell Street, Stornoway, the old centre of the herring industry, Stornoway Fish Smokers is the last of the traditional kippering houses on the island and one of the few remaining on the west coast of Scotland.` Stornoway Kippers. Famous for 150 years these are split, salted and smoked hanging from tenterhooks as tradition demands (not flat on their backs). Excess moisture and oil drains off the kippers allowing the oak and beech smoke to permeate the herring flavouring and adding colour naturally. The result is mouth watering and exceptional. Available also as boneless kippers.
	Tel: 01851 702723 www.stornowayfishsmokers.co.uk info@stornowayfishsmokers.co.uk

	An Lantair 'The Lantern'
	An Lantair is the Islands Arts Centre and is based on the waterfront of Stornoway Harbour, not far from the ferry terminal. It is open from 10am until late from Monday to Saturday and has all day food, exhibitions, live music and events, shopping and creative workshops. It is a friendly place to spend some time whether you are looking for interesting gifts and souvenirs, traditional music, varied art exhibitions, or just to sit and relax over good coffee in the café bar or over a meal in the restaurant with its lovely views out over the harbour. The new building is a great new addition to the islands facilities and a good place to mix with locals and hear some Gaelic. For information on their wide range of events see www.lanntair.com.
	Tel:01851-703307

	Stonrnoway Museum Museum Nan Eileen
	The museum was established in 1983 by the Western Isles Council and moved to its present home in 1995. The building once was the Secondary Dept. for the Nicolson Institute. The museum holds collections of objects, photographs, prints and paintings and archives illustrating the archaeology, social, domestic and economic history of the islands. Opening-Until 2 October---Mon-Sat 10.00 - 17.30. 4th October to 31 March Tue-Fri 10.00 - 17.00 Sat 10.00 - 13.00
	Tel: 01851 709266

Latta's Mill Map B1 Location at the north side of the golf course

Recently restored, Latta's Mill is a very fine example of an 'overshot' corn mill, one of three built by the Mackenzie family, owners of Lewis at the time. The mill was named after John Latta, who died there after an accident in 1834. The mill was destroyed by fire in 1890 and not rebuilt until recently. Some of the original equipment, including the mill stone and part of the wheel etc can be seen at the mill. All of the other equipment has been completely rebuilt. Inside the mill interpretive displays tell the story of the mill and its workings. A must see for families with young children. They will be enthralled by the water and the motion. No entrance fee.

	Hebridean Brewing Company 18a Bells Road Stornoway
	A short distance from the centre of town, and two minutes walk from the ferry terminal you will find Hebridean Brewing Company, the only brewing company in the Western Isles. The company uses only the finest brewing ingredients. The brands include Islander Strong, Celtic Black Ale and Clansman. In 2003 bronze medal from the Society of Independent Brewers "Beer of Scotland Premium Cask Category".Visit us and take the taste of the Western Isles.
	Tel: 01851 700123 Fax: 01851 700234 www.hebridean-brewery.co.uk

	The Woodland Centre
	Interpretive centre run by the Stornoway Trust. A walk around the grounds and woodland, Upstairs, in the building, is a display area showing the some of the history of Stornoway and Lews Castle

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