For as long as we've sailed these waters, Scotland’s west coast islands have stood as the backdrop to family stories, childhood summers, and first journeys we never forgot. Rediscover the Island Magic invites us to return to photographs tucked away in drawers, stories passed down, and journeys that have quietly stayed with us. Every island holds its own magic. Are you ready to rediscover yours?
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Watch Edward Fitzpatrick and his father Eddie, as they return to their former family home in Portnaguran on the Isle of Lewis. A story about connection, heritage and what draws people back to the islands over time.
Opens in new window Watch nowWe are celebrating decades of island journeys and the memories that connect us, and we’d love you to be part of it. Share your best pre-2000 holiday photos, videos and stories, for the chance to relive it all.
Five winners will be selected from the best entries to win a re-creation of their original island getaway, with island accommodation and return ferry travel for two adults and a car, brought to you by Caledonian MacBrayne.
Our panel of three judges will hand-pick the most evocative entries that capture the true spirit of island time — joy, connection, and discovery.
Every island holds its own stories and memories. Rediscover yours. Rediscover the island magic.
Feeling inspired? Start browsing more west coast destinations easily reached by ferry to rediscover your island magic.
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