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 Dervaig
is located at the head of loch Cuin between
Tobermory and Calgary Bay and renowned to be one
of the prettiest villages on the island. Founded
in the late 18th century, Dervaig
 was built by
the laird, MacLean of Coll, to provide
accommodation for the Quinnish Estate. Now
perhaps best known as being the home of the
Mull Little Theatre
- the smallest
professional theatre in Britain and the village
church (the spire of which looks like a
sharpened pencil), is the only
Irish towered chapel
in Scotland. On the whole, Dervaig is an ideal
rural retreat and convenient
base
for touring and exploring around Mull.
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Explore the stunning scenery
out towards Quinnish point
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Discover Criog harbour, home
to otters and other wildlife—departure point
for boat tours and spectacular spot for
watching the sunset over the outer hebridean
islands
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Venture out to the Trishnish
isles (seals and puffin colonies), Staffa (fingals
cave), Ulva exploring, whale watching or St
columba Abby on Iona
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Woodland Trails and mountain
biking to visit the standing stones nearby
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Not far away,
Tobermory
lies to the north east of the island
with distinctively colour painted
buildings lined around the sheltered
horseshoe bay. Now famed as the location
where the Children’s’ TV show
“Balamory”
was filmed, families can tour round the
main characters houses e.g. Spencer the
Painter, PC Plum, Josie Jump, Miss
Hoolie, Archie and Edie McCredie.
Alternatively a visit to the Mull
pottery, Tobermory handmade chocolate
shop, the Mull Art gallery,
silversmith’s,
Tobermory Distillery
or various shops & café’s can always
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Calgary Bay
it’s famous for its white sandy beach
and turquoise waters which visitors to
the island will not want to miss.
Calgary in Canada takes its name from
here, not the other way round. A
commissioner of the Canadian Mounties
had been a guest in Calgary Castle, and
enjoyed the visit so much that when he
returned to Canada he names one of the
outposts established by the Mounties,
“Fort Calgary” which grew into Calgary,
Alberta as we know it today! |
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BALAMORY
TOURS |
Balamory Tour and Tours about
Mull – Exciting, historical and geological tours
around Mull. Tel: 01688 302955. |
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GLENGORM CASTLE |
Situated
on the Northern tip of the Isle of Mull near
Tobermory, Glengorm Castle overlooks the
Atlantic and has views over 60 miles out to the
Outer Hebrides and Islands of Skye, Rhum, Muck,
Eigg
and Canna. The Castle was built in 1860 and sits
at the headland of Glengorm's vast area of
coastline, forestry, lochs and hills. |
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MULL RAILWAY |
Unique!
Scotland's original and only island passenger
railway. Runs form Craignure to Torosay Castle &
Gardens, a spectacular scenic journey of about
20 mins. Passing mountain panoramas. Steam and
Diesel hauled trains on 260mm gauge. Home of the
“Balamory Express”
Mull rail provides a fun excursion for all the
family. The Railway Timetable links in with most
ferry sailings. Tel: 01680 812494
www.mullrail.co.uk
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DUART CASTLE |
The
ancestral home of the Clan MacLean with dungeons
and staterooms and 13th
century keep. Discover the history of the Castle
and the home of the Chief of Clan MacLean’s.
Spectacular views from the battlements. Tel:
01680 812309
www.duartcastle.com |
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GLENGORM CASTLE |
Situated
on the Northern tip of the Isle of Mull near
Tobermory, Glengorm Castle overlooks the
Atlantic and has views over 60 miles out to the
Outer Hebrides and Islands of Skye, Rhum, Muck,
Eigg
and Canna. The Castle was built in 1860 and sits
at the headland of Glengorm's vast area of
coastline, forestry, lochs and hills. |
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TOROSAY CASTLE & GARDENS |
Torosay
Castle and Gardens is a beautiful Victorian
family home with artefacts dating from Edwardian
times. Set in 12 acres of spectacular gardens
offering formal terraces, impressive statue walk
and informal woodlands all offset by dramatic
views over the magnificent Sound of Mull. Tea
rooms – Shop – Adventure Playground Tel: 01680
812421
www.torosay.com |
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OLD BYRE HERITAGE CENTRE |
Miniature Mull through the ages,
films and information. Tea rooms – Shop – Play
Area. Dervaig, Tel: 01688 400229 |
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TOBERMORY DISTILLERY |
Tour of
picturesque distillery – Tel: 01688 302645
www.burnstewartdistillers.com/tobermorydistillers |
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