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Isle of Colonsay

Things to do in Isle Of Colonsay

  1. Kevin & Christa Byrne

    Kevin & Christa Byrne offer customised guided tours on foot or by minibus. There’s also a regular ‘Hidden Colonsay’ walking tour every Saturday in summer; booking essential.

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  2. Colonsay House Gardens

    Situated at Colonsay House, 1.5 miles north of Scalasaig, this garden is tucked in an unexpected fold of the landscape and is famous for its outstanding collection of hybrid rhododendrons and unusual trees. The formal walled garden around the mansion has a terrace cafe.

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  3. Colonsay Brewery

    The Colonsay Brewery offers you the chance to have a look at how it produces its hand-crafted ales – the Colonsay IPA is a grand pint.

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  4. Colonsay Bookshop

    This tiny bookshop, in sight of the ferry pier, has an excellent range of books on Hebridean history and culture.

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  5. Pantry

    This tearoom, close to the ferry pier, serves light meals, snacks and ice creams, and sells freshly baked loaves to take away.

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  6. Minibus Tour

    A 90-minute minibus tour of the Isle of Colonsay. Departs from the Colonsay Hotel; bookings essential.

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  7. General Store

    The store is located at Scalasaig, the island's main village.

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  8. Scottish Outdoor Access Code

    Wild camping on Clonsay is allowed, as long as you abide by the provisions of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

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