Local businesses

Charlie’s Bistro

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A family-run bistro and bar in Balivanich serving local produce in a relaxed setting, with ensuite rooms upstairs.

Chinese Takeaway

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Cash-only Chinese and fast-food takeaway at 5 Johnson Road, Balivanich, Benbecula

The Stepping Stone Restaurant

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Discover the warm heart of Benbecula at The Stepping Stone Restaurant, where fresh local seafood meets a passion for the Uist islands' unique culture and stunning natural beauty.

Benbecula Distillery

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Discover the Spirit of the Hebrides at Benbecula Distillery, where handmade stills flow with the island's first spirit, set amidst stunning views of the pale blue sea and the causeway crossing into North Uist.

Ceilidh Cidsin

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Warm cafe in Benbecula Airport serving delicious treats amidst stunning Uist landscapes.

Charlie’s Bistro

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A family-run bistro and bar in Balivanich serving local produce in a relaxed setting, with ensuite rooms upstairs.

Neighbourfood Tagsa Market

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Weekly online local-produce market run by Tagsa Uibhist, ordered online and collected at East Camp, Balivanich

Benbecula Technology Centre

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Benbecula Technology Centre is a hub for digital innovation and enterprise in the heart of the Outer Hebrides. Located on the Isle of Benbecula in the Western Isles of Scotland, the centre provides modern workspace, connectivity infrastructure, and business support to organisations operating at the edge of the Atlantic and the cutting edge of technology.

Benbecula Thrift Shop

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Volunteer-run UCVO charity shop on Airport Road, Balivanich, selling donated clothes, books and household goods

Caley Timber

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Builders' merchant with a Benbecula depot at Griminish, supplying timber and building materials to trade and self-builders

Co-op Food - Isle of Benbecula - Creagorry

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Supermarket chain selling groceries & household goods, with a focus on social responsibility.

Culla Creative

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Family-run Benbecula business selling organic cotton T-shirts and accessories with Hebridean-inspired designs

Designs on Benbecula Jewellery& Gallery

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Handmade silver and gemstone jewellery by Deborah at East Camp, Balivanich, Benbecula, sold online and to commission

Grimsay Boatshed Trust

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Boat repair and boatbuilding shed at Kallin harbour, Grimsay, set up in 2001 to keep Stewart boatbuilding skills alive

Hebridean Candles

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Discover the soothing, handcrafted scents of Hebridean Candles, infused with the essence of the Outer Hebridean Islands, where every element is carefully crafted to evoke the unique spirit of this enchanting region.

Hebrides by MacGillivray

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Discover the authentic charm of the Hebrides at Hebrides by MacGillivray, a family-run shop on Benbecula since 1941, offering beautifully crafted homeware and gifts inspired by the islands' unique texture, colour, and charm.

J H Luney Ltd

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J H Luney Ltd offers paint, furniture and flooring solutions on Benbecula, serving the Uist community with quality products.

Lovats Supermarket - Benbecula

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Discover the heart of Benbecula's community at Lovats Supermarket, your one-stop shop for local essentials and supporting the causes that matter to you.

MacInnes Bros Ltd

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Benbecula-based construction and civil engineering firm with builders merchant stores on Benbecula and Barra

MacLean's Bakery Benbecula Ltd

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Family bakery at Uachdar, Benbecula, since 1987, known for oatcakes and shortbread, with a shop and butchery counter

MacLennans Supermarket

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Family-run supermarket in Balivanich, Benbecula, open seven days with in-store bakery, hot food and local produce

North Uist Distillery

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Family-run gin and whisky distillery at Nunton Steadings, Benbecula, makers of Downpour gin, with tours and tastings

Puffin Studio Crafts

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Arts, crafts and gift shop in the Old Post Office at Creagorry, Benbecula, open Mon–Sat 10.30am–3.30pm

Salar Deli

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Salar Deli in Benbecula serves up delicious treats amidst stunning island landscapes.

Studio Vans

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Campervan conversion studio at Eabhal Business Park, Balivanich, Benbecula, making modular ready-to-fit van interiors

Uist Hardware

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Home, garden and DIY store at Aird, Balivanich, Benbecula, with electrical, plumbing and heating services

Museum nan Eilean, Lionacleit

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Council-run museum at Sgoil Lionacleit, Benbecula, with a changing exhibition programme; entry by donation

Benbecula War Memorial

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The island war memorial at Griminish on the B892, beside the road between Balivanich and Liniclate.

Benbecula Water Tower

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The 1970s RAF water tower at Balivanich, no longer in use but saved from demolition and visible from most of Benbecula.

Borve Castle

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The ruin of Caisteal Bhuirgh at Torlum, built for Amy MacRuairi in the 1300s and once the most important castle in Benbecula.

Gramsdale Standing Stones

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Remains of a prehistoric stone circle in a field at the north tip of Benbecula, beside the road to the North Ford causeway

North Ford Causeway

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Three-mile single-track causeway with three bridges linking Benbecula, Grimsay and North Uist, opened in 1960

Nunton Steadings

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Early 1700s steading at Nunton on the site of a medieval nunnery, restored by the Uist Preservation Trust in 1999.

Nuntonhill Side School

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Stiaraval Chambered Cairn

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Neolithic chambered cairn at Griminish on Benbecula, with later shieling huts built from its stones

Uist Unearthed

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Award-winning augmented-reality archaeology app from UHI bringing Hebridean Way sites such as Cladh Hallan to life

Hebridean eBikes

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E-bike and mountain bike hire in Balivanich with delivery across the causeway-linked islands and route advice for the Hebridean Way.

Sgoil Lionacleit Sports Centre

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Council-run sports centre at Sgoil Lionacleit, Benbecula, with 25m pool, games hall, fitness suite and cafe

Uist Community Riding School

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Community-run riding school at Balivanich, Benbecula: lessons, hacks and beach rides for all ages, open all year

Uist Wild Tours

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Guided island tours from Benbecula: beaches, wildlife, hill walks, history and sunset spots across Benbecula, North Uist and South Uist.

WMV Taxis

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Local taxi firm at Liniclate, Benbecula, covering North Uist, Benbecula and South Uist, with minibuses and coaches for hire

Crossroads Filling Station

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Gulf-branded filling station at Liniclate on Benbecula

Seaview Filling Station

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Gulf-branded petrol station with a convenience store on the B892 at Balivanich, Benbecula

Benbecula Freedive and Fitness

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Guided snorkelling, freediving, fitness training and massage run by Tom from a studio on Airport Road, Balivanich, Benbecula

Benbecula Nails

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Benbecula Nails on Benbecula.

The Wee Haven Therapies & Yoga

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Aromatherapy, hot stone and bamboo massage, Reiki and facials in a therapy room at Torlum, plus yoga classes and wellness days in a yurt, open to visitors and locals.

Uist Beauty, by Donna

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Uist Beauty, by Donna on Benbecula.

J H Luney Ltd

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J H Luney Ltd offers paint, furniture and flooring solutions on Benbecula, serving the Uist community with quality products.

MacLean's Bakery Benbecula Ltd

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Family bakery at Uachdar, Benbecula, since 1987, known for oatcakes and shortbread, with a shop and butchery counter

Walker Renewables

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MCS-accredited heat pump and heating installers, covering Uist, Benbecula and Barra: air and ground source heat pumps, underfloor heating, plumbing, bathrooms and servicing.

Clicky Box Photography

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Wedding, elopement and family photographer based in Balivanich, Benbecula, working across the Outer Hebrides

Fraser Architecture

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Benbecula architecture practice at Eabhal Business Park, Balivanich, now trading as Durie Architecture

Uist Property

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Independent estate and letting agent in Balivanich, Benbecula, covering property and land across Uist

Am Pàipear

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Uist's community newspaper since 1976, published from Balivanich in print and online as a social enterprise

Benbecula Park and Machair Run

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Benbecula Park and Machair Run on Benbecula.

Caladh Trust

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Christian charity at East Camp, Balivanich, running a weekly cafe and support for people affected by addiction, loneliness and isolation

Cula Bay

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Sandy west-coast beach at Nunton, Benbecula, backed by machair, with parking and a picnic area

Grimsay Harbour Museum

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Community-run boat museum at Ceann na h-Àirigh, Grimsay, displaying Stewart-built Grimsay boats, with café and shop

Jetty Beach

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Liniclate Beach

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Long sandy beach and machair on the south-west coast of Benbecula, reached from Liniclate, with breeding waders

Sguais Uibhist

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Community squash club with a refurbished court at East Camp, Balivanich, Benbecula; leagues and online court booking

Tagsa Uibhist

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Uist health and wellbeing charity at East Camp, Balivanich, providing care at home, community transport and community gardens

Volunteer Centre Western Isles – Uist

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The Volunteer Centre Uist are a free, independent, non-profit and values driven service wanting to support social, environmental and cultural activities across Uist.

Cakes And Bakes By Uilleam

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A cake box of fresh cakes, traybakes and sweet treats from a local chef and baker at 27 Griminish, Benbecula.

Helen's Honesty Box

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Home baking and home-made jams and marmalade in an honesty box at 40 Tindill Road, Balivanich.

Trail Coffee Co.

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Trail Coffee Co. brings a taste of adventure to Benbecula's stunning landscapes, serving up specialty coffee and treats from a unique mobile café at Nunton Steadings.