A truly unique and incomparable destination for conferences, meetings and events, the Outer Hebrides is without doubt an idyllic escapist retreat! Also known as the Western Isles, this island chain steeped in history which comprises over 200 islands and stretches for 130 miles off of the west coast of Scotland may be a far cry from the office but is an undeniably inspirational location in which to host corporate events.
With breathtaking natural landscapes including sandy beaches, heather-clad mountains, vast lochs, rolling hills and dramatic, rugged coastlines, it is an ideal environment for outdoor pursuit teambuilding events and corporate activities allowing delegates to really experience the full beauty of the archipelago on both land and water.
The Isle of Lewis, the largest and most populated Hebridean island, offers Stornoway, a welcoming and vibrant town complete with renowned archaeological sites, amazing views and a choice of event venues for meeting planners seeking that something extraordinarily special.
Conference delegates can reach this magical meeting destination easily via flights to Stornoway Airport from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Inverness as well as via ferry services from Scotland including connections between Ullapool and Stornoway.
The Outer Hebrides islands offer an excellent range of conference and banqueting facilities to suit all events and occasions, predominantly found within hotels catering for both business and leisure travellers. The An Lanntair however is an arts centre and events venue which comprises a meeting space ideal for small delegate groups alongside a 200 seat auditorium perfect for large conferences and corporate events. The Lewis Karting Centre is the perfect setting for high speed teambuilding events and corporate activities whilst Stornoway Golf Club caters for more relaxed corporate golf events. Of the several conference-minded hotels in the region, The Cabarfeidh Hotel is known as ‘Stornoway’s finest hotel’ and offers exceptional conference, meeting and exhibition spaces including a 350 capacity ballroom as well as 2 further conference suites. Corporate events, banquets and weddings held here will certainly relish the traditional Gaelic hospitality offered here. The Caladh Inn also provides a choice of conference and banqueting suites able to accommodate up to 200 delegates whilst The County Hotel offers meeting and training rooms for up to 100 delegates. The charming, newly refurbished Hebridean Guest House and the Hotel Hebrides, a stylish, contemporary boutique hotel, are ideal choices for private meetings and events for small delegate groups in elegant modern spaces whereas the Harris Hotel is a country house hotel ideal for corporate retreats, secluded strategy meetings and romantic weddings.