Season: spring
The beach at Uig is located in the south west corner of Lewis and is reasonably sheltered, despite its westerly outlook. There are good facilities for visitors, including a campsite and a strong historical association. This is where a full Viking chess set was discovered, comprising ninety three ivory pieces buried in a beachside chamber. It’s another reminder of the strong Norse links to these islands, as their origin has been traced to Trondheim in Norway.
The appeal of the beach to David.
The scene at Uig Sands.
