FIND YOUR RURAL IN THE SCOTTISH ISLES
Agriculture on Shetland is driven by crofting with each crofter working a few acres of arable land and neighbouring crofts grazing livestock on common pieces of land (known locally as the “scattald,”). The Shetland breed of sheep produces fine wool, spun and knitted to make the distinctive Shetland and Fair Isle.
Farmland on Orkney is high quality and fertile making Orkney beef and lamb much sought after. A good standard of grassland helps support a large number of dairy herds. North Ronaldsay, the furthest north of the Orkney islands, is home to a unique breed of seaweed-eating sheep. Orkney also has an abundance of marine and avian wildlife.
The Outer Hebrides is an area of outstanding natural beauty with world class tourism, set apart by crofting heritage and culture and the Island’s crofting people play a huge part in its hospitality. The Outer Hebrides has a unique product offering, being small in size, it packs a big punch for things to do and offers world class beaches, food and drink and scenery.
Avielochan Cottages, Aviemore
AGRITOURISM IN THE HIGHLANDS
In the Highlands, you'll find a some pretty unique farm stays on cliff tops and crofts. Treat yourself to a distillery day trip and book accommodation near by so you can make the most of your samples! There's fresh food and drink in abundance, gorgeous beaches, golf courses and lots of history to enjoy.
Highland farmers are waiting to welcome you and will only be too happy to tell you about their farms and
For food and drink, local black pudding, made to traditional Highland recipes is delicious as well as locally produced caboc cheese and oatcakes and venison, full of flavour from grazing on rolling hills of heather and herbs.
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