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33 IONA CAMPSITE is situated on the stunning Isle of Iona, 1 mile from the ferry and close to white sandy beaches. The campsite has well equipped shower and toilet facilities and now a new kitchen/dining area. Adult - £8.00 pn. Under 12 - £5 pn. Under 5 - Free Tents and gear available for hire. We look forward to welcoming you. ARDNAMURCHAN Email: [email protected] Mobile: 07747 721275. PENINSULA IONA PODS: Our cosy camping pods are small accommodation units situated on the picturesque island of Iona on the west coast of Scotland. Each Pod sleeps up to 4 people. Prices vary - check our website for Sanna Bay latest deals and off ers. Iona Pods, Isle of Viewpoint Iona, Argyll, PA76 6SW. Tel: 07935 219079. www.ionapods.com Email: [email protected] 50 ARDNAMURCHAN 34 IONA TARTAN # MARTYRS BAY LIGHTHOUSE The Sound of Iona tartan has recently been designed and woven in Scotland and was inspired by the colours of the sand, 45 sea and rocks of Iona. Lying off the west KILCHOAN 52 coast of Scotland, the island of Iona has the mighty Atlantic Ocean on its western shore and the shallow waters of the Sound Camus of Iona separating it from its near neighbour nan Geall the . In the early 20th century, Viewpoint Scottish colourists made regular painting trips to the island. Their LOCH SUNART famous seascapes refl ect Iona’s vibrant colours and photographers and painters continue to visit to capture the clear light. Tel: 01681 700 357. ionatartan.com TOBERMORY

IONA HOSTEL: 35 The hostel at the end of the road ‘Highly Recommended’ (Scotland the Best) / Visit Scotland 4 Star. Welcoming and much loved eco-hostel 3 minutes from sandy beach. Iona at it’s blissed-out best. KEY £23.00 per night / £19.00 for under 10’s. www.ionahostel.co.uk or speak with Castle John on 01681 700 781 Viewpoints Information DID YOU KNOW? Parking The waters around Mull and Iona are rich with marine life, one of which is the Basking Shark, the second largest fish in the world and which is mostly seen from ROUTE June to September following plankton blooms. Minke whale appear during the 4 Hours without stops months of April & May, and stay long into the autumn months, when the seas are at add 20mins each way their warmest. Common dolphins are seen are seen from the boats in larger pods add 15mins each way feeding and passing through hebridean waters, whereas bottlenose dolphins are seen from land and seen playing and feeding in local waters.

36 ARIUNDLE CENTRE is located in Strontian beside KEY Iona Hostel Staff a Ariundle Oakwoods, Quality Licensed Restaurant/Bar Traigh an Suppers and tearoom. Serving fresh seasonal local Car Park t-Suidhe 35 Traigh Ban Nam Monach food & delicious home baking. Many craftwork shops, Post Offi ce (The White glorious wool shop, local crafts and infomation. Iona Pods Strand of £ ATM 33 the Monks) Accommodation for families, individuals, and groups. Open all day, all year. Toilet Iona Abbey & Nunnery Please telephone for winter hours. Paths St Oran’s Chapel Tel: 01967 402279. Maclean’s Cross The Heritage Centre Iona Nunnery OAKWOOD TOURISM AND CRAFTS was opened in March 37 St Ronan’s Bay 2019 by the local community company to showcase the numerous visitor attractions in Sunart, Moidart, Morvern, Port Ban Iona Campsite 33 Martyr’s Bay Ardnamurchan and Ardgour. Situated in the centre of the 34 loveley village of Strontian, the Oakwood centre serves as a Iona 4 Sandee’s Bay focal point for tourist advice as well as promoting local arts and Carnas Cuil an t-Saimh crafts. Pop in to catch up on local news and pick up a gift or a (The Bay at the Back of £ keepsake to remind you of your time in Strontian and beyond. the Ocean) IONA Strontian, PH36 4HZ. Tel: 01967 402443. Find us on Facebook. SOUND OF IONA USELFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS • USELFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS • USELFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS • USELFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS POST OFFICE/GENERAL STORE ...... 01681 704229 ...... 01680 812301 Lochbuie ...... 01680 814153 Salen ...... 01680 300472 Iona* ...... 01681 700515 Dervaig ...... 01688 400208 Tobermory * ...... 01688 302665 Fionnphort ...... 01681 700470 * Post Offi ce Only St Columba’s Bay ...... 01681 700252

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