The Blackhouse
Address
The Blackhouse
Stornaway
Highlands and Islands
Isle of Lewis
Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Highlands
Scotland
HS2 9DB
The Blackhouse
Stornaway
Highlands and Islands
Isle of Lewis
Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Highlands
Scotland
HS2 9DB
About
A traditional, fully furnished, Lewis thatched house that provides a unique insight into island life.
There is also an attached barn, byre and stackyard. Beside the Blackhouse, a furnished 1920s whitehouse can also be seen. The visitor has many interpretative displays explaining the history of the site and locally-made crafts.
Opening times
Summer
1st April – 30th September
Monday-Saturday: 9.30am to 5.30pm (last entry 5:00pm)
Winter
1st October – 31st March
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10:00am to 4:00pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Prices
Adult £4.50
Child £2.70
Concession £3.60