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Canna House and Gardens
Although we walked past a few times a day whilst on the island, on the last day we decided to go through the gate to look at Canna House. We weren't too sure if it was open or if public were allowed up so took the risk anyway. The house wasn't open, but there was a sign saying it was currently being renovated so is closed for Summer 2018. However it usually…
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Galmisdale Bay Cafe and Bar
The Galmisdale Bay Cafe and Bar is at the Harbour area on the Isle of Eigg. We were quite good with not wanting to spend money unnecessarily on meals out and tried to cook and eat at the tent when we could. We treated ourselves to a meal when we were on the Isle of Canna , and so decided to do the same on the Isle of Eigg. We'd already visited twice for br…
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A Dog on Eigg
When I think back to my highlights from the Isle of Eigg, not only do I think of the amazing food in the restaurant (black pudding and sausage bap for breakfast is missed everyday!) and the views, especially the view from the tent, this little dog features high. I first met her at the harbour area and after noticing she was friendly I gave her a fuss. I soon felt l…
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Massacre Caves Isle of Eigg
Believed to have happened around 1577, 400 islanders, members of the Macdonald clan, were murdered from a family from the nearby Isle of Skye. Hiding from the Macleods from the Isle of Skye, the Macdonalds hid for three days in the cave, before being discovered. The Macleods blocked the entrance of the cave using vegetation which was then set alight. Suffocated b…
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Behind The Curtain
There is a stage. The lights shine bright onto it. The spotlights directed on them. The star of the show. The person of the moment. There is applause. Cheers. Praise. For them. She stands. Behind the curtain. Proud of them. Proud of their efforts. But with tears in her eyes. What about her? The support on the side. The one they need. …
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