Museums · Scottish Islands
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village
In or near Callanish.
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
John Tustin — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village is a museum located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village is a historic site featuring restored blackhouses that showcase the traditional way of life in the Scottish Highlands. Visitors can explore the village, enjoy wild Atlantic views, and learn about the crofting history of the area.
Place summary
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village is a museum located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode HS2. This site features traditional blackhouse architecture, showcasing the heritage of the Hebridean way of life. The village is an example of the region's historical dwelling style, reflecting the culture and history of its inhabitants.
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- Coordinates
- 58.2963, -6.7917
- District
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Postcode
- HS2 9AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Na h-Eileanan an Iar
- Opening
- Mo-Sa 11:00-17:30
- Official site
- www.gearrannan.com
Sources
- osm: node/267255872 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gearrannan Blackhouse Village?
- Gearrannan Blackhouse Village is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode HS2 9AL).
- What is Gearrannan Blackhouse Village?
- Gearrannan Blackhouse Village — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gearrannan Blackhouse Village?
- Drivers can use postcode HS2 9AL.
- How do I get to Gearrannan Blackhouse Village?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HS2 9AL. It sits within the Na h-Eileanan an Iar parliamentary constituency.