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One of Scotland’s largest islands, Mull is readily accessible and only a short 45-minute hop on the ferry from Oban. It can also be accessed from Ardnamurchan and Morvern.
Nature & wildlife
History & heritage
Food and drink
Arts & crafts
Mull is deservedly one of Scotland’s most visited islands. Blessed with a perfect location less than an hour from Oban, its vast array of natural features make Mull worth visiting for its geography alone. But what really makes the island special is the people. A population of around 3,000, and an array of independent businesses, call Mull home. It all helps create a welcoming atmosphere for the day-tripper, or week-long holidaymaker.
The charming town of Tobermory is Mull's jewel in the crown, full of activities and facilities – it is a true island landmark. Explore into the wilds of Mull and you’ll find a host of native animal and plant life, ancient landmarks and untouched beaches. Mull is the gateway to idyllic Iona and trips to Staffa and the Treshnish Isles. A visit to Mull will have you enraptured by one of Scotland’s most famous, yet easily accessible isles.
The postcard perfect town of Tobermory should be on the list of any island adventurer. Best known to younger travellers as the set of children’s TV show, 'Balamory', the colourful buildings create a stunning pastel backdrop framing the town. A hive of activity, there's lots to do and see on picturesque Mull. Visit Mull Museum for exhibitions and objects relating to the history of Mull and island life. Swing by Mull Aquarium to see an ever-changing display of local marine life that are captured and released back into the wild. Or take in a show at Mull Theatre, the award-winning venue staging touring work and creating their own highly acclaimed shows. One of the must-see destinations of Scotland’s isles.
At the opposite side of the island from Tobermory’s pastel promenade sits the spectacular Calgary Bay. Its stunning white sand beach and natural shelter make it an ideal spot for a stroll along the coast, or even a swim in the chilly waters (for the brave). But it’s not just about the beautiful beach, Calgary also boasts its own arts hub. Calgary Arts features a gallery exhibiting work from local artists, a licensed café serving locally sourced lunches and ‘Art in Nature’ – a woodland walk festooned with sculptures that reimagine the landscape. And yes, it’s this modest little bay that gave its name to the great city of Calgary, Alberta Canada – home to over a million. Far removed from this perfect inlet on the Mull coastline.
Mull isn’t short of gastronomical adventures. The island features world class food and drink, from gourmet restaurants to seafood shacks selling fresh from the boat. Follow up your meal with some sumptuous local cheese from Isle of Mull Cheese, the last remaining traditional farmhouse cheese makers in the Hebridean Islands. Made with unpasteurised milk from their herd of cows fed on grass and whisky grains from the nearby Tobermory Distillery. Speaking of the distillery, its open for tours of its impressive warehouse, giving a behind the scenes look at how their whisky is made – and maybe even a wee dram to sample too!
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