Recommended Links about the Isle of Mull
Isle of Mull Recommended Links
Mull has a coastline of 300 miles (≈480 km). Its landscape is primarily moorland, with a few peaks, and its climate is moderated by the Gulf Stream. The highest peak on the island is Ben More (3169 ft / 966 metres).
Richard Kellett Photography
Also based at Aros Mains, Richard is available across Scotland for Weddings, Events or Commercial projects. Why not make your stay on Mull more memorable with a bespoke family or individual photo shoot in a stunning location! See the website for further details or to purchase any of Richard’s stunning landscapes.
Website: www.richardkellettphotography.com
North West Mull Community Woodland Company
The North West Mull Community Woodland Company was formed in 2005 to purchase the Woodlands of Langamull and West Ardhu on the island of Mull. The company has charitable status and its chief raison d'etre is to provide community benefit through the development of affordable housing, environmental improvement and social enterprise.
Website: www.nwmullwoodland.co.uk
360° panoramas
Virtual tours of the isles of Mull, Iona and Ulva
Website: www.tobermory.co.uk/
2300 Club - Tour of Mull
We are a group of motor sport enthusiasts based in Blackburn, England. Each year in October we organise a car rally on the Isle of Mull in the Scottish Hebrides (The "Tour of Mull").
Website: www.2300club.org/
Mull Highland Games
Highland dancing, caber toss, hammer throw, and tug o' war - and that's just the start of the Mull Highland Games Opens in new window. A highlight on the Mull calendar, the games start at 10:30 a.m. and finish at 4:30 p.m. - though there are bound to be celebrations in Tobermory long into the evening.
Start Date: 20 July 2017, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Erray Park, Tobermory, Mull
Mull Genealogy
1855 being the first year of Civil Registration in Scotland, the Registrar devised an over-elaborate form of record, which had to be abandoned the following year. With such a feast of facts in 1855, it is often of great value to have a sibling born, married or dead in 1855, as that will give you many insights about your own ancestor, and more information than you'd get in the ancestor's own death. These 1855 b,m & d records are often called 'extended records', and are a real godsend.
Webasite: www.mullgenealogy.co.uk/
Meg Douglass
Lost Townships, Silent Voices: a field study of Mull comprises the notes made by Meg Douglass, a former Head Teacher at Ulva Primary School, and her late husband Roy. The meticulously catalogued labour of love took forty years to complete. During that time the couple walked many miles around the island, recording sites of ruins, taking photographs, noting measurements and analysing the use made of the buildings that remained.
The result is a comprehensive account of 160 deserted townships, together with map references, descriptions of locations and identification of various extant ruins.
Graham Ritchie, former Head of Archaeology at the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland and author of many books, has described the research as "a remarkable endeavour" and maintains that its publication lays "a further building block in the understanding of the history of Mull".
At the launch Eleanor Harris, Local Studies Librarian for Argyll and Bute Council, said, "I am delighted that we have been able to publish this book. It is the culmination of a lifetime’s study, brought to life with photographs and maps, and now accessible to the public." It is already proving popular with historians and local people alike, and copies have been requested from as far afield as Canada and Australia.
Lost Townships, Silent Voices [£20 + p&p] is available from:
Argyll and Bute Library Service, Highland Avenue, Sandbank, Dunoon PA23 8PB. Tel: 01369 703214 or by email: eleanor.harris@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Meg Douglass, local historian and genealogist, can be contacted directly on: 01680 300 462 or by email: meg.douglass2@btinternet.com
Scotland the Movie - Mull
Part of the appeal of movies filmed in Scotland is the spectacular scenery of mountains and lochs seen in the background and in some cases center stage of many movies. Leading to the perennial question: "where was that scene filmed?"
Scotland the Movie Location Guide seeks to answer that question. It is the most complete and detailed guide to Scottish filming locations available anywhere - either on the internet or in book format. It is fully illustrated with maps and many photographs to enable anyone to visit the filming locations either on the ground or on a virtual tour. You can look for movie locations either by name of the movie or via one of the many interactive location maps available.
Website: www.scotlandthemovie.com/movies/mull.html
Wildlife Tours
Turus Mara
Turus Mara offer a cultural aspect to their cruises. One of few tourism activity operations run by an indigenous family - part of the commentary will usually be in Gaelic, the original language of the West Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Amongst the many "possibles" on your days journey on the edge of the Atlantic are Golden and Sea Eagles, otters, whales, dolphins and porpoises.
We offer discounts to those who can speak the language.
Penmore Mill, Dervaig, Isle of Mull, PA75 6QS
Free Phone: 08000 85 87 86
Website: www.turusmara.com
Island Encounter
At 'Island Encounter' Richard Atkinson can offer you one of the most exciting and satisfying wildlife days out to be had in the United Kingdom. Whether you are staying on the Isle of Mull, or the mainland, come and join us and enjoy wonderful scenery and fantastic wildlife with Richard your guide of ten years experience conducting wildlife safaris on the beautiful Isle of Mull.
Richard Atkinson
Arla Beag
Aros, Isle of Mull
PA72 6JS
Tel: 01680 300 441
Website: www.mullwildlife.co.uk
A donation is made to the World Wildlife Fund for each person joining on one of our wildlife safaris.
Killiechronan Pony Trekking
Guided treks available on our sure footed highland ponies who will take you up into the hills to witness some of the most spectacular scenery you will ever experience. Also a great chance to see the wildlife; deer, otters and Eagles are regularly spotted on treks. Situated in the centre of the island on the shores of Loch na Keal with perfect views of the mountains rising from the sea including Mulls only munro Ben More. At low tide we cross the River Ba and ride along the beach at the head of the loch, splashing through the waves with the hills towering above us and eagles overhead. Killiechronan is one of the best places on the island to see the White tailed sea eagles who are unfazed by the ponies and as many as 6 have been seen on the beach trek at one time before.
Website: www.mullponytrekking.webs.com
Mull Charters
Mull Charters are now operating from Ulva ferry on the West Coast of Mull. We aim to provide a friendy relaxed service for up to 12 passengers. Our itinerary is only bounded by your imagination and the weather, we will try and accommodate your desires wherever possible. We can take parties of walkers to remote locations for an unforgettable explore ashore. Please call with your requirements and we will do our best to provide the service you require. We are happy to charter the whole boat to individuals or parties but we also run regular trips which you are welcome to join sometimes at short notice. We look forward to hearing from you.
Website: www.mullcharters.com
Sea Life Surveys
Sea Life Surveys has offered scenic boat tours and whale watching cruises from the Isle of Mull for over 35 years. The variety of species that we regularly encounter, including minke whales, basking sharks, common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, harbour porpoise, seals, white-tailed eagles and an abundance of seabirds, makes the Hebrides the number one whale watching destination in the UK.
Website: www.sealifesurveys.com
Whale & Dolphin Watching
whalewatchwithus.com is dedicated in giving you the very best Whalewatch/Wildlife Sea Safari and Wildlife Cruises at the most competitive prices. Our fleet comprises of modern fast, well maintained and reliable vessels. Because of their speed, we can get you out to the feeding grounds with no lost steaming time and this allows for more quality time to look for the magical Minkies and their friends. We offer you not only excellent value but the most memorable and enjoyable trips of your life.
Website: www.whalewatchwithus.com
Hebredean Whale and Dolphin Trust
The Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust (HWDT) is a small charity based in Tobermory on the Isle of Mull, Scotland. We currently employ ten Members of Staff and several seasonal employees, making us one of the largest employers on Mull and Iona and a significant contributor to the local economy. HWDT is also grateful to a number of long-term and seasonal Volunteers. HWDT is well-supported by a full Board of Trustees and represented by our Patrons. HWDT also benefits greatly from the knowledge and experience of our Scientific Committee.
Website: www.whaledolphintrust.co.uk
Mull Aquarium Tobermory
Mull Aquarium are not like any other aquarium in Europe. Our creatures stay for a maximum of four weeks before they are returned to the sea... right where they came from. Not only does this practice minimize our impact on the environment, it means our displays will be different every month.
Website: www.mullaquarium.co.uk
Track Sea Eagles Online
We're tracking white-tailed eagles on the island of Mull, Scotland. Follow the highs and lows of their journey right here.
Website: www.rspb.org.uk/wildlifetracking/mulleagles
Mull and Iona Community Trust
Mull and Iona Community Trust is a dedicated and passionate locally based organisation focused on improving the quality of life for the residents of Mull and Iona. With a long track record of delivering successful community development projects; addressing problems of geographic isolation and economic and social exclusion in remote and rural communities. Mull and Iona Community Trust takes pride in working with many external organisations and crucially within our own community.
Website: http://www.mict.co.uk