From the island

The Journal

A selection of stories from The Journal archive, sharing people, places and moments from Harris over the years.

G'Day Australia
10 May 2019

G'Day Australia

This week we’re delighted to announce our Isle of Harris Gin has reached the end of its 10,500 mile journey and arrived in the...

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Sunshine and Seafood
03 May 2019

Sunshine and Seafood

Spring is in full swing here in Harris, and we’ve been blessed with beautiful days full of birdsong and big blue skies. The crofts,...

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A sugar kelp spring
22 March 2019

A sugar kelp spring

Spring is officially here, the vernal equinox heralding the arrival of new life across the island’s natural world and here at the Isle of...

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A taste of spring
15 March 2019

A taste of spring

A new season is upon us, at least meteorologically speaking, and life here in Harris begins to change once more. The equinox is still...

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A voice of Harris
08 March 2019

A voice of Harris

Today, the first tours of 2019 got underway so we're pleased to introduce you Marie Morrison who helps share our spirit and story.

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Rebekah's first batch
22 February 2019

Rebekah's first batch

At the beginning of November 2018 we were proud to announce our first distilling apprenticeship as we welcomed young local woman Rebekah Morrison to...

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Enemies of average
08 February 2019

Enemies of average

Earlier this week we closed our distillery doors for the day, as our entire team gathered around the peat fire to share, discuss and...

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The pupils’ patterns
01 February 2019

The pupils’ patterns

Since late last year, we’ve been exploring the craft and creativity of our community’s young people through The Harris Tweed Project as we set...

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