Isle of Colonsay
Scotland's Island CoastColonsay and nearby Oronsay, are famed for tranquillity, unspoilt beauty and sandy beaches. They are the ideal destination for anyone seeking to get away from it all.
A must-visit is Kiloran Bay, one of the most stunning beaches in all of Argyll.
It doesn't stop there, you’ll find a huge diversity of flora and fauna, so pack your binoculars as you’ll have over a hundred different birds to spot, including the rare chough and corncrake.
Colonsay has an eighteen-hole golf course, a fantastic heritage centre and is home to Wild Thyme Spirits, where you can take a guided tour around the local gin distillery.
With around 125 inhabitants, Colonsay and its local residents, guarantee a friendly welcome and are happy to share local history, beauty spots and brilliant craftsmanship on the island.
The neighbouring island of Oransay, accessible at low tide, has been inhabited since 7000 BC meaning there are many archaeological remains to explore and get a sense of life here in years gone by.
Gaelic in Scotland
The indigenous language of Argyll contains great richness of expression. Here we have shared a phrase from local Gaelic poetry about the Isle of Colonsay.
Eilean àlainn snàmh san iar (A beautiful island floats in the west)
Àilleagan gu bràth nam chridhe (Jewel in my heart forever)
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McKinlay Kidd Ltd
Award-winning specialist tour operator making holidays differently throughout Argyll and the Isles. At McKinlay Kidd, we like to get up close and personal wi...
Head Office, McKinlay Kidd
6/1 (front) The Hatrack
144 St Vincent St
Glasgow
G2 5LQ
Tel: 0141 260 9260
Artmap Argyll
Artmap Argyll is a network of Artists who work across Argyll, from Kintyre in the south, up to Ballachulish in the north and out to the Isle of Tiree. Our me...
No 1 Balliebeg
Castleton
Lochgilphead
PA31 8RU
Tel: 07708461081
Argyll Safaris
Rab is passionate about Argyll, it\'s landscape, culture and heritage. With 60 medieval castles, 32 clan seats, 1256 Neolithic standing stones, it is the bir...
Rughriach
Old Shore Road
PA37 1PT
Tel: 07760880757
Basking Shark Scotland
Operating across Argyll & the Isles, our wildlife watching adventures run from April - October. Basking Shark Scotland is the only dedicated snorkel oper...
Oban
PA34 5PZ
Tel: 07975 723140
Colonsay Holidays
Dotted all over the island, we have over 20 luxurious self catering holiday cottages and for those on a budget, a backpacker's lodge. Most of the holiday cot...
Isle of Colonsay
Argyll
PA61 7YU
Tel: 01951 200211/312
Wild Thyme Spirits
Wild Thyme Spirits is fast becoming the go-to destination for gin fans and island visitors alike, offering, not only, distillery tours and tastings, but also...
Tigh na Uruisg
Upper Kilchattan
Isle of Colonsay
PA61 7YR
Tel: +44 (0)1951 200082
CHARTS (Culture Heritage & Arts Assembly, Argyll & Isles)
CHARTS is a growing network of artists, makers, producers and spaces, who value creativity and the impact it has on individuals, communities and visitors to...
c/o Mackay & Co CA
120 George Street
Oban
PA34 5NT
Tel: 01499 305 055
Hebridean Air Services
Our 30 minute scenic flights take in castles and other points of interest around Oban and Lorn. Our sightseer tickets allow you to fly on the schedule withou...
Oban Airport
North Connel
PA37 1SW
Tel: 0845 805 7465
ISLAY & JURA
Argyll and the Isles boasts a growing network of cultural organisations, artists and makers inspired by the environment and communities they live within.
OBAN, LORN & ISLES
The seaside town of Oban is a great place for a holiday with much to see and do in wider area and nearby Inner Hebridean islands.
INNER HEBRIDEAN ISLANDS
Argyll & the Isles is home to 23 inhabited islands, each combining stunning scenery and awe-inspiring landscapes.
All you need to know about visiting Colonsay
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5 ways to escape from it all on Colonsay!
Colonsay has wildlife, sandy beaches with caves, fascinating archeology and a historic garden. At night enjoy stargazing or beers from Colonsay brewery.
Planning your journey
Nearly all journeys to Colonsay start from Oban.
Colonsay is served by a Caledonian MacBrayne ferries from Oban and there are additional sailings from Kennacraig and Islay to and from Colonsay.
There is also an excellent air service that operates from Oban Airport via Islay.
