Benbecula Historical Society

Information Contact

Benbecula Historical Society was re-formed in 1996. Its main focus is on people and places on the island of Benbecula, which is situated between North and South Uist.

Consultations by appointment.

No consultation charge.

Website of Benbecula Historical Society

Address

The historical society does not have permanent premises.

Telephone

01870 602539 (daytime) and 01870 603254 (evening)

About

Benbecula Historical Society was re-formed in 1996. The Society has undertaken activities such as organised walks and has also published many books on topics relating to the area including Clanranald, the Benbecula contributors to Carmichael’s Carmina Gadelica and individual crofting townships.

Collections

  • Photographs
  • Croft histories
  • Oral history recordings and transcriptions
  • Research papers

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