An aurora rainbow captured from the Isle of Lewis by photographer John Gray
Visitors to the Western Isles are being advised to make bus and ferry bookings well in advance of travel this summer.
For teh first time, ferry operator CalMac has announced that foot passengers require a booking for July 16-24 due to the high volume of passengers expected for the Hebridean Celtic Festival.
Councillor Uisdean Robertson, chairman of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee at Western Isles Council, said: “We are delighted that so many people are coming to visit the Western Isles over the summer and we are thoroughly looking forward to welcoming them.
“The week of the Hebridean Celtic Festival will be a particularly busy time, with Ullapool to Stornoway and other ferry services likely to be at full capacity and we are keen to avoid unnecessary congestion and delays.
“We would urge passengers travelling by car and by foot, to make sure they make bookings well in advance and also check in early at the ferry terminals.
“It is also essential for those intending to use the bus service between Ullapool and Inverness to pre-book with Scottish Citylink on their website or call 0141-352-4444 at least 48 hours prior to travel to avoid disappointment.”
