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Raasay is
one of the Inner Herbridean Islands. To
the East is the Scottish mainland and the West is The Isle of
Skye. The waters to the East of Rasay are known as The Inner
Sound of Raasay which occupy some of the deepest channels around
Britain. The Caledonian MacBrayne ferry, which is the main access
route to the island, crosses the Sound of Raasay to The Isle
of Skye. A narrow channel known as the Kyles of Rona separates the
North of Raasay from the Isle of South Rona.
The Norse name "Raasay" means Isle
of the (Roe) or Red Deer. Perhaps the island's most distinct
geological feature is the unique flat-topped peak known as Dun
Caan. A walk from the pier at Suisnish to Dun Caan (the highest
point 1456 feet) and return can be achieved in a day with time
to spare to catch the last ferry back to Skye. Inverarish
is the main village part of which was used as a prisoner of war
camp for the Germans during the World War I. Inverarish is a popular
residential choice for locals as it is situated near to the Primary
School. The Local Store and Post Office are also
contained within the village.
There are a variety of things to occupy
the visitor inscribed stones, an old manor house (formerly
the seat of the MacLeods), remains of Brochel Castle
and many walks. Raasay has an Outdoor Activities Center which
caters for all types of activities including sailing, rock climbing
and canoeing. Currently located in the old manor house is a library
and a museum run by the Raasay Heritage Trust. The museum
contains many artifacts particular to crofting life on Raasay
Accommodation on the
island is offered by the Isle of Raasay Hotel, The Outdoor
Center, Churchton Guest House or you could book into a
B&B or holiday cottage. The
island has a daily ferry service which takes 15 minutes to
cross between Raasay and Sconser on the Isle of Skye.
However
you decide to spend your time on Rasay we all welcome you...
Come and discover what Raasay
has to offer.
- From the Team at RCA
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