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Rediscover the Island Magic

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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Rediscovering the magic of the Isle of Lewis

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.

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Thank you for sharing your island magic

Thank you for sharing your island magic

The Rediscover the Island Magic competition is now closed. We loved seeing so many wonderful memories from journeys across Scotland’s west coast islands. 

Our panel of judges is currently reviewing all eligible entries and selecting the winners. Keep an eye on your inbox — winners will be contacted soon. 

Every island holds its own stories and memories. Rediscover yours. Rediscover the island magic.

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Person walking on grassy coastal hill at sunset overlooking sea and islands.
Man walking along a white coastal wall beside a pile of creels in Portnaguran, Isle of Lewis
A man smiling standing in front of a lighthouse with the sea behind him.
Portnaguran: A coastal fishing village with white hebridean houses in the distance, and the sea, shoreline and a pile of creels in the foreground.
Waves crashing on the rugged coastline of the island of Lewis coastline during the Winter
Man skimming stones into the sea, standing on a pebbled storeline in Portnaguran, Lewis

Rediscover your favourite destinations

Feeling inspired? Start browsing more west coast destinations easily reached by ferry to rediscover your island magic.

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Your island magic

There are special places that stay with us long after we’ve left. 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 ever forgot. These are your magical island moments. Thank you for sharing them with us.