For a cycling holiday in the Hebrides explore the stunning Hebridean landscape of the Isle of Lewis and be refreshed and restored by the sweet Hebridean moorland air. The centrally situated Westend B&B has curated an array of amazing day … Read More
B&B Achmore
Westend 2024
Westend in Achmore, Isle of Lewis is open for visitors for the 2024 season. In the Isle of Lewis and Harris, the beaches are extensive, deserted and breath taking, the sea is aquamarine, ever changing and mesmerising. Come to the … Read More
The Postman in the Isle of Harris
Clinging to the frayed edges of the ragged shores of the Isle of Harris, a singletrack path navigates its way above cliffs, around bays. Three friends make the trip to not only ride the Postman’s Path to Rhenigidale, but … Read More
Achmore on Hebridean Cycling Route
Westend is ideal Bed and Breakfast accommodation on Section 5 of the Hebridean Way at Achmore. This is the section between Tarbert and Callanish. Achmore is just nine miles from Callanish. Ingredients for an evening meal can be purchased by … Read More
Achmore on Hebridean Walking Route
On the Hebridean Way walking route section Laxay to Stornoway, Westend B and B is an ideal stop on Stage 10, after the moorland section. The other 8 miles to be completed is on the A858 single track road to … Read More
Cyclist and Walker Facilities
Westend welcomes cyclists and walkers on the Hebridean Way south west of Stornoway. On the cycle route Tarbert to Callanish, Westend is five miles west of the junction of the A858/A859 in the village of Achmore, nine miles from Callanish. … Read More
Eating Places near Westend
Westend is fairly close by car, to several rural eating places with great food. Doune Braes Hotel Carloway, Balallan Bistro, Crust Pizza Oven. Stornoway is only a 10 minute drive from Westend, Achmore where there are several hotels and take … Read More
Isle of Lewis Beaches and Wildlife
Westend is centrally located in the Isle of Lewis and the Isle of Harris is only half an hour away. Beautiful beaches are plentiful, wildlife can be studied at close quarters on sea mammal trips from Stornoway, Meabhaig Uig and … Read More
Activities with Westend as a base
Westend is ideally situated in a central location in the Isle of Lewis. Day trips can be taken by bus to Bernera, South Harris and Ness. There are several walks and cycle routes in the vicinity, including a walk on … Read More
Things to do in Stornoway
Stornoway the capital of the Western Isles welcomes visitors from all over the world, during the summer months. Overlooking the busy marina,is Lews Castle, once home to Sir James Matheson who bought the Isle of Lewis in 1844. The Castle … Read More