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what to do locally

There is plenty of attractions and amenities in Borve and in the surrounding communities.

Whether you're interested in nature, outdoor activities or simply looking for somewhe to eat. 

EAT & DRINK

Within the local community, there are several places where you can stop in to get coffee & cakes, places to have lunch and enjoy dinner.

 

Borve House Hotel is within walking distance and provides lunch and dinner.

 

Comunn Eachtraidh Nis (The Local Historical Society of Ness) is in North Dell. They provide lunches, afternoon tea and delicious cakes! They also have a museum and archive. 

 

Cafe Sonas - Lunch with locally sourced ingredients, with a fantastic view of Port of Ness beach

 

Morven Gallery - Beautiful art, with delicious cakes and fine coffee, situated in Barvas

 

40 North Croft Kitchen & The Veranda - Local home-grown ingredients, for sit-in or takeaway,situated in Bragar

 

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Cycling:  The Hebridean Way cycling route.

walking: A lot of coastal walks around the Westside of the island, as well as long sandy beaches in Eoropie and Port of Ness, less than 10 miles away

Kids Play: Eoropie play park in Eoropie, Ness

 

SHOPS

There are 4 local grocery shops within a 30 minute drive. 

All shops are licenced. Borve shop, Swainbost shop in Ness and The Welcome Inn in Barvas also sell petrol and diesel

Borve shop- 5 minutes walk from Bothag Bhuirgh

Cross Stores- in Ness

Swainbost shop in Ness

The Welcome Inn Filling Station in Barvas

Arts/Crafts:

Borgh Pottery - 5 minutes walk from Bothag Bhuirgh

Buth Lisa - In Habost, Ness

Commun Eachdraidh Nis, in North Dell, Ness

 

All within cycling/driving distance and accessible by bus.

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