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.
Cuillin Guides Cuillin Guides based in Glen Brittle have over 30 years experience of providing professional guiding and instruction to walkers and climbers on the Isle of Skye.
Experience Skye Profession guiding from Ray McKenzie of Torrin.
Family’s Pride II and SkyeJet Sailing from Broadford pier offering a choice of sedate cruises in a glass-bottom boat or high-speed adventure in a water-propelled, locally-built RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat)
Guided Walks around Skye and Lochalsh Guided walks by the Highland Council Rangers based in Broadford. The summer programme offers a wide variety of walks around Broadford and the Isle of Skye. The September walks reflect Scottish Geology Month, a celebration of the great variety of geology and geomorphology found on the island.
Misty Isle Boat Trips Skipper Seumas Mackinnon has been running boat trips from Elgol for over 40 years. His latest boat “Misty Isle” sails six days a week during the summer season to Loch Coruisk. The trips are an ideal way to take in the stunning scenery or watch the local wildlife. Plus the one-way trips are ideal for walkers and climbers heading to or from the Cuillin.
Sconser Golf Club This nine hole, 18 tee seaside course half way between Broadford and Portree offers spectacular views of the Isle of Raasay and North Skye.
Seaprobe Atlantis Seaprobe Atlantis is Scotlands only glass bottom boat. Sailing from Kyle of Lochalsh since 1998, this unique 55-seater craft allows you to enjoy the stunning scenery on deck or the amazing underwater scenery below deck.
Sea.fari Experience the natural wealth of Scotland’s scenery, wildlife and history in an all-weather nine metre RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat).
Skyak Adventures Whitewater and sea kayaking for all ages, novice or experienced, giving you the chance to access places inaccessible by any other means.
Skye Caving Useful information on the caves on Skye with a particular focus on those around Strath and Sleat.
Skyewalk An illustrated guide to some of the best walking routes on Skye - including Blaven - plus accommodation, books, maps and equipment.
Walk Scotland Walking site covering all areas of Scotland, including details of a number of popular walks on Skye.
RE/MAX Skye The latest estate agency to open on Skye, based in Broadford and covering Skye, Lochalsh and Wester Ross.
Skye Property Centre Portree based estate agents covering Skye and the Outer Hebrides.
A Guide to the Isle of Skye A personal guide to the island by Gareth and Janet Boote, frequent and enthusiastic visitors to the Skye since the early 1970s.
Undiscovered Scotland Includes links to accommodation providers and businesses divided by area across Scotland; in-depth and illustrated Feature Pages showing what Scotland is really like.
Virtual Hebrides Information about the islands of the Inner and Outer Hebrides of Scotland.
Rapsons Local and long distance bus services throughout Skye and the Highlands and Islands. Rapsons also offer one and three day “Skye Rover” explorer tickets.
Royal Mail Postbus The bright red Postbus’s provide an invaluable service link many Scottish communities, including Broadford, Torrin and Elgol.
ScotRail ScotRail runs the majority of train services in Scotland, including to two of the gateways to Skye; Kyle of Lochalsh and Mallaig.
Skye Tours Based in Kyleakin Skye Tours offer personal guided tours of the Isle of Skye and the West Highlands of Scotland.
Waterloo Taxis Breakish-based taxi service with a range of vehicles that includes a 16-seat mini bus.
John
Muir Trust
Founded in 1983 the John Muir Trust protects and
conserves wild places and strives to increase
awareness and understanding of the value of such
places. The trust manages the Torrin, Strathaird and
Sconser estates on the Isle of Skye. Please make a
donation through their website and consider joining
the trust.
Royal National
Lifeboat Institution (RNLI)
The RNLI is funded entirely by voluntary contributions.
Their lifeboats at Kyle
of Lochalsh, Mallaig and Portree save the
lives of those who get in to difficultly on the sea
around Skye. Please support them.
Skye Mountain Rescue Team
The volunteers that make up this team put themselves
at risk to help those in danger on the mountains on
Skye. Please support them.
Isle of Skye Round Table
Since 1972 the Isle of Skye Round Table has raised
funds for local and national charities and other
needy causes.
BBC Weather - Portree BBC Weather 24-hour and five-day forecast for the capital of Skye from the Met Office. Actually centred on the weather station at Lusa between Broadford and the Skye Bridge.
Carbost Weather A sophisticated web-connected amateur weather station located in Carbost 18km (11 miles) north west of Blaven. The site contains a wealth of local weather information including daily, weekly and annual records and averages.
Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust A registered charity which has pioneered the study of the cetaceans (whales, dolphins and porpoises) found in the waters of the Hebrides.
International Otter Survival Fund Based on the Isle of Skye, helping the worlds otters through research, education and rehabilitation.
Skye Birds Dedicated to the birds which find a niche in the wild and sometimes harsh environment which makes the Island of Skye so interesting and unique.
Whalespotting Devoted to the appreciation of whales and other marine life around the west coast of Scotland, with a particular focus on the seas around the south end of the Isle of Skye.
Wild Skye Weblog of sightings of birds, sea and land mammals, fauna and flora, updated most days.
If you know of a website that should be
included on this page please send the details by completing this form.
