Visit the glorious isle of Tiree

Surrounded by glorious beaches, and with plenty of wild Atlantic weather, you can either enjoy Tiree as a wonderful place to "get away from it all" and relax, or as a destination with great conditions for some of the world's most exciting sports. Wave sailing and windsurfing attract world-class competitors to the Tiree Wave Classic event in October. Sea kayaking, sand yachting and experimental sports like kite-surfing make Tiree a magnet for the energetic and adventurous.

Those who enjoy gentle exercise might prefer a day out trekking on the Icelandic cross ponies, practising windsurfing in the safety of a shallow loch (RYA approved school), exploring the archaeological sites of ancient cultures, or having a round on the newly refurbished 9 hole golf course.

No Islay experience is complete without a taste for local life in this Isle where English is often the second language to the native Gaelic. Students of island culture will enjoy An Iodhlann, the island's community archive in the Old Reading Room, Scarinish, a fascinating storehouse of local history including a digital collection of Gaelic folklore and songs. At the Sandaig Island Life Museum volunteers enjoy sharing stories about the thatched cottages and their eclectic collection of artefacts from Tiree's past.