This page lists a variety
of useful links to web sites relevant to the Broadford, Torrin
and Elgol area. It also includes some sites that will prove useful to
visitors to the magical Isle of Skye.
If you know of a
website that should be included on this page please send the
details by completing this form.
Clover Hill
A superb, well-equipped, 4-star self-catering
cottage for up to six people in an outstanding location with breathtaking views
across to Blaven. Visit www.cloverhill-torrin.co.uk for more information.
Highly recommended by the author, an annual visitor since 1995.
½ of 17 Torrin A traditional stone cottage offering self-catering accommodation for up to six people.
9 Torrin A 10-metre (33-foot) caravan with self-catering accommodation for up to four people.
Blaven View A traditional croft cottage offering self-catering accommodation for up to five people.
Dunmhor A self-catering cottage on the shore of Loch Slapin offering accommodation for up to fix people.
Fearnoch A modern house offering three rooms on a bed and breakfast basis.
Kilbride House A former Georgian Manse near Torrin offering a choice of two self-catering apartments or a detected self-catering chalet.
Marble Hollow Bunkhouse-style self-catering accommodation for up to ten people.
Taigh Ùr A flat offering self-catering accommodation for up to four people.
2 Fishes Designs Skye inspired cross stitch by Elgol-based Eliza Wright.
Skye Art From her studio near Broadford, Scottish artist Janet Soutar paints landscapes inspired by her surroundings.
Skye Faeries Torrin resident Meg Grounds recounts her encounter with the faerie folk of Skye, reproducing the characters in fine fabrics and natural materials from the island.
Skye in Focus Spectacular landscape photographs of Skye and the Inner Hebrides by Steve Terry.
Skye Jewellery Broadford-based maker of fine jewellery, including the Blaven range.
Isle of Skye Business Community (ISBuC) The site contains a wide variety of information about the Isle of Skye and the Island of Raasay, from the practical and informative to the bizarre and fanciful.
Skye & Lochalsh Enterprise Helping to develop the economy, skills and community strengths of Skye and Lochalsh.
Clan Donald Centre Once part of the tradition lands of Clan Donald, Armadale Castle Gardens and Museum of the Isles is set in the heart of this 20,000 acre Highland estate.
Blaven A bit of shameless self promotion for this website!
Lochalsh Yachts The site of this loosely organised group who enjoy racing yachts in and around the waters of Kyle of Lochalsh.
Kyle Lifeboat Read about the crew, the boat and the incidents.
Kyleakin The gateway village to the Isle of Skye on the west side of the Skye bridge.
Mallaig Heritage Centre The mainland village of Mallaig was once Europe’s busiest herring port and is still a major fishing centre.
Skye and Lochalsh Against Tolls (SKAT) The Skye Bridge is the most expensive toll bridge in Europe and this group is leading the campaign for the removals of tolls.
John Muir Trust Formed in 1983 to protect and conserve wild places and to increase awareness and understanding of the value of such places the trust manages a number of estates in Scotland include the areas surrounding Blaven.
Skye & Lochalsh Upland Paths A partnership project with the aim of restoring damaged footpaths and reducing environmental landscape damage in Skye and Lochalsh.
Skye Ferns A personal study and mapping of the distribution of ferns on Skye by Mike Taylor of Kykeakin.
Skye Spring Water Natural Cuillin mountain spring water bottled in Broadford.
Fèisean nan Gàidheal This organisation supports the development of community-based Gaelic arts tuition festivals throughout Scotland.
Gaelic Scotland A guide to the Celtic language and traditions of Skye and the Highlands.
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig Scotland’s only Gaelic College at Sleat on the east coast of Skye.
Skye Kin Research, family trees, help and advice on family history and genealogy for anyone with connections to the Isle of Skye.
Skye Roots Skye woman Norma MacLeod researches, draws together and preserves the fragmented wealth of local Skye family history for the benefit of people around the world.
Elgol & Torrin Historical Society Based in Elgol the society collects and records local information and photographs that are in danger of being lost to future generations.
High Pasture Cave (Uamh an Ard Achadh) A limestone cave complex situated 1km (½ mile) south east of Torrin. Rediscovered in 1972, archaeological material found to date includes animal bone, charcoal, primitive tools and pottery shards dating from the late Bronze Age and Iron Age.
The National Trust for Scotland Conservation charity that protects and promotes Scotland’ natural and cultural heritage for present and future generations. Highland properties include Plockton and Balmacara estates.
West Coast Archaeological Services West Coast Archaeological Services (WCAS) of Breakish offer a range of special interest holidays built around the rich and diverse archaeological heritage of Skye and Lochalsh.
Skye & Lochalsh Young Music Makers This group of young music makers was formed in 1990 to help local young people from the ages of 6 to 25 further their musical interests and skills.
Skye Live Originally started to cover Celtic music gigs on the Isle of Skye this site now covers Celtic gigs worldwide.
The Isle of Skye Music Festival Annual music festival held in Broadford over a June weekend. Offers an eclectic mix of music ranging from rock to dance and everything in between.
