Top shopping in the Hebrides
Breanish Tweed, Port of Ness - is a family business, hand weaving lightweight pure new wool tweed and other fabrics. Many incorporate either shetland wool, lambswool, cashmere, or a blend of yarns. We use 100% pure natural yarns, all dyed and spun in Scotland.
Sportsworld, Stornoway – the Islands largest retailers of fishing tackle and sports gear.
Harris Tweed and Knitwear, Plockropool - Genuine Harris Tweed woven in the Outer Hebrides is today about as authentic and natural as it gets. In a society gripped by globalisation and mass production, tweed woven by hand in the Outer Hebrides is the perfect antidote.
The Isle of Harris Knitwear Company, Grosebay - High quality Harris Tweed jackets, suits and clothing for men and women. We have a large range of traditional and designer knitwear in a choice of quality yarns.
The Harris Tweed Shop, Tarbet - specialising in clothing and accessories of the highest quality authentic Harris Tweed. Also stocking a wide range of gifts and souvenirs to mark your visit to this wonderful place and a selection of hot drinks and snacks which may be enjoyed from the informal sitting area overlooking Tarbert harbour.
Crafts and the Arts
Habour View Gallery,Port of Ness - Established in 1994 Harbour View Gallery creates fine art prints and greeting cards of original paintings by Anthony J Barber. Harbour View Studio Gallery, situated above the picturesque beach and harbour at Port of Ness has a permanent exhibition of original paintings and prints. In the studio, Anthony works on original paintings for forthcoming exhibitions.
Morvern Gallery, Upper Barvas - Morven Gallery stands on the edge of the Atlantic at Upper Barvas in a stone byre and coach house which houses oil and watercolour paintings, photographs, textiles and a gift shop. Browse at leisure over coffee and reflect on the many ways artists have celebrated Lewis light, landscape and life. Take time to reinforce your experience of being in Lewis.
The Blue Pig Studio, Carloway - View a selection of original paintings, cards, and silk scarves, or explore your creativity and book a short course or informal session covering any of the following themes:Paper making, Textiles, Watercolours, Printmaking & Silk painting, Sessions from 2hours to a full day.
Simon Rivett Studio Gallery, Shawbost - In the village of Shawbost you will find the studio of artist Simon Rivett. Within the un-promising looking building is a small gallery with a selection of his landscape paintings. They are fluid, dynamic interpretations of the rugged and dramatic terrain of the islands of Lewis and Harris. The studio Gallery provides an opportunity to meet with the artist and buy original paintings, drawings and small a small selection of limited edition prints.
