In Skye and Raasay, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to top-quality local shops and producers. From Candles to Whisky, Seafood to Jewellery, we have some of the most passionate producers in Scotland.

Our ‘Shop Local’ campaign has kickstarted to make it easier for you to discover some of the fantastic shops and local providers nearby you may have missed.

Now more than ever, small businesses in Skye and Raasay need our support.

We understand it’s not always possible to buy everything we need on Skye. However, we want to encourage you to first ‘think local’, when making purchases or buying gifts.

Many of the providers on Skye and Raasay offer products that you can’t buy elsewhere. For friends further afield, receiving a unique gift made or sold on Skye and Raasay will be special.

Our local artists, makers and owners are inspired by Skye and Raasay, and continue to create and showcase our island at its best.

Every sale our small businesses make is a big deal to an individual creator or small business owner on Skye and Raasay. Every sale made with a small business sparks a little celebration… the payoff for pursuing passion and creativity.

Purchasing locally really can make a difference to our fellow islanders.

If you can – please buy local first.

Thank you.