Description
The landscape and the journey
Richard Barrett makes island travel part of the cycling experience, following quieter roads past beaches, bays and moors. Explore one island or connect a larger journey through the Inner and Outer Hebrides and Firth of Clyde.
Routes and itinerary options
The guide includes 37 day rides of approximately 19–60 kilometres and 22 linking routes. Islay, Jura, Mull, Coll, Tiree, Skye, Raasay, Barra, Uist, Harris and Lewis feature. Suggested longer tours suit weekends, weeks or extended trips; the cycling Hebridean Way is included.
Maps and practical planning
1:250,000 route maps and profiles accompany ferry ports, connections, accommodation, facilities, bike choice, luggage, arrival transport and Cicerone GPX files. History, nature and island culture enrich stops. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
Choose short circuits or loaded touring days to suit your ambitions. Wind and weather affect effort; verify current ferry timetables before finalising connections. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language guidebook by Richard Barrett. Third edition, published in 2025. 304 pages. ISBN 9781786312938.
