Skyecomuseum

Known as the Dinosaur Capital of Scotland, Skye’s rich Jurassic past has been unearthed in the last few decades and new discoveries are still being made all the time, including a dolphin-like species which was announced earlier this year.

The Staffin Dinosaur Museum was established by Dugald Ross in 1976 when he was only a teenager. The species he identified in the area include Stegosaurus, Megalosaurus, Cetiosaurus, Hadrosaurus, and Ceolophysis.

You'll get the first-hand account from the man who discovered all of the fossils in the museum. Bring the whole family and experience Skye's dinosaur museum.

Visit https://www.staffindinosaurmuseum.com.

The Hungry Gull is a takeaway located at Staffin Hall and now Gull on the Go also at Brògaig.

The Hungry Gull was an instant hit with residents of An Taobh Sear, delighting the community with imaginative and exciting meals to see us through the long winter nights. It has now become a firm favourite across the island with both locals and visitors to Skye making the journey north to sample the tasty delights that owner Allan has created. Serving meat, veggie and vegan bites - for instance 8 hour Slow Cooked Beef Brisket, or Soy and Maple Marinated Tofu BLT, or classics like Fish and Chips and Katsu Chicken Curry to name but a few. Gull on the Go also offers a range of delicious fresh sandwiches, soups and baking most days in the summer at Brògaig.

Sitting below the Quiraing in the township of Digg, Gairloch View offers either bed and breakfast or self-catering accommodation for your stay in An Taobh Sear.

The properties include a converted old croft house, Lachie’s House, which has a beautiful modern kitchen, a cosy wood burning stove and all the essentials for a home from home experience.

Both Kenmore Cottage and Anmara Cottage have contemporary and cosy bedrooms with open plan living and kitchen areas. Plenty of space to sit outside and enjoy the fantastic views of the Quiraing and Staffin Bay.

All properties are ideally located to explore Staffin, with many local attractions a walkable distance away.

Visit https://www.gairlochview.co.uk.

Soak up some of the finest views in An Taobh Sear with a stay in Seadrift Bed and Breakfast and self-catering accommodation. Immaculate properties with everything you would need for a comfortable stay, including wi-fi, modern kitchen facilities, spacious bedrooms and dining areas, all in a beautiful location in Staffin.

Seadrift also benefits from a spacious outdoor seating area where you can enjoy your morning coffee with breath-taking views of the some of the area’s well known landmarks; the Quiraing and Staffin Bay.

Visit https://www.seadriftskye.com/.

Professional and friendly local company who can repair all manner of hydraulic equipment. Andy works closely with customers to provide a first-class service in hydraulic design, installation, service repairs and hose replacements, in Skye and the surrounding areas.

Visit https://www.island-hydraulics.co.uk.

Using ancient and traditional techniques owners of Shilasdair Yarns, Simon and Kirsty, naturally dye British yarns using locally sourced plants and minerals.

Through a fascinating process of dyeing which has been used for over 5000 years, Shilsdair Yarns unlock the hidden colours within Skye’s local dye plants. UK spun wool is then dyed in their workshop in Culnacnoc, producing beautifully coloured yarn for all your knitting requirements.

Wool is available to buy on their online shop at www.shilsdairyarns.co.uk.

Kirsty and Simon are also owners of the award-winning Glenview Bed and Breakfast, a great place to unwind in a beautiful location in An Taobh Sear.

Visit https://shilasdair-yarns.com or http://glenviewskye.co.uk for accommodation

Arguably the most scenic campsite on the island which provides visitors with exceptional facilities and ample space in a friendly and welcoming environment in Staffin.

Enjoy views of the Trotternish Ridge, including the Old Man of Storr and Quiraing, and the Western Isles beyond Staffin Bay. With a newly refurbished toilet block, hot showers, a washing and drying service, power points and a small campers bothy which houses visitor’s very own information point.

Many of the fantastic walks in and around Staffin can be easily reached by foot or are just a short drive away from the site. There’s plenty of space for motorhomes, caravans and campers in this family friendly campsite.

Visit http://www.staffincampsite.co.uk.

Looking for accommodation that’s out of the ordinary? Skye Red Fox Retreat offers luxury glamping in a stunning location in An Taobh Sear. Think star gazing in an antique roll top bath, on your very own private deck area, in a tranquil spot surrounded by views of the Trotternish Ridge.

The cabin, which sleeps two people, is remarkably light and open on the inside with a comfy king-sized bed, modern and sleek kitchen facilities, and separate bathroom. There is a covered decking area with cosy seating and space to dine outside. The entire property is fitted to the highest standard with everything you would need for a unique glamping experience.

Skye Red Fox Retreat is ideal for elopements, anniversaries, and special events. Visitors commend the owners for going the extra mile with their attention to detail and exceptional customer service. This is not your average pod accommodation!

Located in The Old Mission house in Upper Garafad, Skyelight Gallery is the brainchild of Paul Snelling and Nicola Marshall. A space to exhibit artwork inspired by the ever-changing colours and light of the surrounding landscapes of An Taobh Sear, it features candles, jewellery, photography and other creations from the talented pair. Artwork can be purchased on their website as well.

Visit https://skyelight.co.uk.

Organic Sea Harvest is the only Salmon Farm in Scotland to solely produce organic Salmon. Their cages are located in two sites off the coast of An Taobh Sear. Their exposed positions provide the ideal conditions for producing organic Salmon, with high flow/water exchange rates, stable temperatures, salinity and dissolved oxygen levels all playing a part in this.

Organic Sea Harvest is certified as organic by the UK Soil Association, meaning it must hold itself to a very high set of standards and rules. They pride themselves on providing economic and employment benefits in An Taobh Sear.

Visit https://organicseaharvest.co.uk.

Our excellent community shop stocks a huge selection of reasonably priced groceries, fresh fruit and veg, dairy produce, meat, frozen foods, household supplies, confectionery and other essential goods. You can purchase a range of local produce here too and the shop is licensed to sell beer, spirits and tobacco. An array of magazines and newspapers are available to buy here, and customers praise the range of vegan and gluten free options available within the store. With friendly staff and toilet facilities open for use to the public as well, this is a useful place to stop on your travels through An Taobh Sear.

MacKenzie Stores sits in a very picturesque spot in the crofting township of Stenscholl. Owned by Dave and Sonia, it provides the community with a wide selection of groceries, fresh fruit and veg, dairy produce, meat, frozen foods, household supplies, confectionery and more. The shop is also licensed and sells beer, spirits and tobacco. You will find our local newspapers here too.

A very handy place to stop and fill up on fuel as it is the only fuel station in the community of Staffin, and between Portree and Uig.

The Bothy and The Barn are a beautifully renovated old farm steading in Staffin. Both traditional stone-built cottages sit adjacent to one another and offer accommodation for 2-3 people. Comfortable and cosy, with peat burning stoves and everything you would need for a relaxing stay.

The cottages boast lovely views over Staffin Bay and are only 500 metres away from the beach itself, they are ideally placed for exploring the many wonderful attractions within An Taob Sear.

Visit https://www.visitscotland.com/info/accommodation/the-barn-staffin-p186851.

Trotternish Ridge View and Taigh na Croit are two stunning self-catering properties in a remote location in Marishadder, North East of Skye. Both cottages are extremely bright and spacious, they are immaculately presented with incredible views of the Trotternish Ridge.

Trotternish Ridge View features can sleep up to five people and Taigh na Croit can sleep up to three people. Both cottages benefit from large kitchen/dining/lounge areas. The properties are nearby one another and so are a great choice for larger groups as they can be booked together.

They are ideally located to explore the many well-known landmarks within An Taobh Sear and are only a five minute drive from the village of Staffin.

Visit http://www.trotternishridgeviewcottage.co.uk/index.html.