Wildlife watching in the Western isles of Scotland

In common with other islands off the west coast of Scotland, the rich wildlife of Tiree is a massive draw for tourists. Walking the Pilgrimage Route offers visitors the ideal opportunity to experience the stunning wildflowers of the coastal machair . The internationally important Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Reef Reserve can also be enjoyed from the route and in the summer it is alive with the acrobatic displays of lapwing and oystercatcher.

The Tiree Pilgrimage Route is an innovative 30 mile (58 km) waymarked trail around the Inner Hebridean island of Tiree, off the west coast of Scotland. The route links a number of ancient chapels with other places of ecclesiastical significance, such as the old manse, and the "Hill of the Monk's Cells", the probable site of an old monastic settlement. The route integrates built, cultural and natural heritage in an exciting way, not only raising awareness of the island's rich religious history, but also introducing visitors to the abundant wildlife of Tiree as they traverse its diverse landscapes.

For more information, visit www.greentourism.org.uk