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Isle of Mull

Mull is a small island connected to its neighbours by a rich heritage and the ease of sea travel. From wildlife watchers to history enthusiasts, the Isle of Mull is packed with activities for the whole family. The brightly coloured houses which adorn Tobermory harbour have become an iconic welcome for visitors to this bustling town. Originally built as a fishing port in the late 18th century, Tobermory is now the main town on Mull.

Today, Tobermory boasts a variety of shops, restaurants, hotels and other accommodation as well as the Tobermory Distillery. With a number of boat tours on offer, visitors can explore neighbouring islands of Iona, with its famous medieval Abbey, Staffa and the Treshnish Isles and discover why Argyll is named Scotland’s adventure coast. A short ferry crossing from Mull, community owned Ulva is a must visit for wildlife, scenery and car-free exploration.

A place full of adventure and history

Mull is home to the most western Munro in Scotland, Ben More. Passage through Ben More reveals the Ross of Mull peninsula with its silver-sand beaches and rare wildlife to spot. Find out more about the peninsula in the Ross of Mull Historical Centre and discover traces left behind by past communities who lived and worked the beautiful coast and moorlands.

Those who want a gentler adventure can explore the Aros Park and Tobermory Circuit – a woodland walk with luscious greenery and waterfalls. The largest and most accessible beach on Mull, Calgary Bay sits on the North of the island and is a must see.

On the South East Coast of Mull, Salen and Craignure provide opportunities to encounter ancient monuments, idle along coastal walks and discover secret bays. The 13th Century fortress, Duart Castle, stands as an impressive reminder of histories on the island. In fact, everywhere you look on Mull there are reminders of the rich history of the island and the thousands of travellers who have found themselves breathing in the crisp sea air of this west coast gem.

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Sea Eagles, Pebbles and Stitching the Emblems of Mull

Join Susan of the Oh Sew Mull Stitchers as she discusses the story of her group's panel and stitching icons of the natural and cultural heritage of the island.

Mull Love Story

"Dùn da Ghaoithe is a constant presence in our daily life"

The brightly coloured houses sit on a harbour front with boast out to sea.

A Land that Time Forgot

"Time may have forgotten, but our landscape remembers."

Coire nan Cuairt-shruthan Mara (The Boiling Sea-cauldron of Argyll)

Tha luchd-coiseachd nam beann eòlach gu leòr air an fhacal coire oir bidh a leithid a’ nochdadh gu tric gu h-àrd far an do chladhaich an deigh tuill anns an tìr o chian nan cian. Ge-tà, math dh’fhaodte gur e an coire as ainmeile ann an Alba fear a tha suidhichte air falbh bhon àrd-mhonadh, anns a’ mhuir eadar Diùra agus Sgarba ann an Earra-Ghàidheal.

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