The Isle of Raasay sits in the Inner Hebrides to the east of Skye in the Highland council area. It is noted for the table‑top summit of Dun Caan, dramatic sea cliffs, mixed moorland and pockets of woodland; the compact landscape, birdlife and clear views across the Sound make it a popular destination for walkers and wildlife watchers.
Raasay’s history bears Norse and Gaelic imprints and has seen crofting, the effects of the Clearances and phases of small‑scale mining, while more recently tourism, local enterprises such as the Raasay Distillery and growing community initiatives have shaped the economy. A short ferry from Sconser on Skye keeps the community connected, and island life today combines traditional culture with conservation, arts and outdoor‑based projects.
Postcode districts covering Isle of Raasay
Neighbouring places
- Portree Place 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Eilean á Chèo Ward 7.4 miles12 km
- Isle of Skye Island 7.4 miles12 km
- Scalpay (Skye) Island 8.7 miles14.1 km
Example postcodes in Isle of Raasay
IV40 8NZ, IV40 8PE, IV40 8PF, IV40 8PB, IV40 8NX, IV40 8PA, IV40 8NG, IV40 8NY, IV40 8NU … See all
Transport links
- Inverness Airport 74.9 miles120.5 km
- Duirinish Railway Station 14.1 miles22.7 km
- Kyle of Lochalsh Railway Station 14.7 miles23.6 km
Hotels near Isle of Raasay Ad
- Isle of Raasay Distillery 4 3.2 miles5.2 km
- Cuillin Hills Hotel 4 5.4 miles8.8 km
- The Caledonian 5.7 miles9.1 km
- The Bosville 4 5.6 miles9.1 km
- The Portree Hotel 3 5.7 miles9.2 km
- Bracken Hide Hotel 4 6.5 miles10.5 km
- The Marmalade Hotel 4 6 miles9.6 km
- The Skye Inn 3 6 miles9.7 km
- Tongadale Hotel 5.7 miles9.1 km
- The Royal Hotel 3 5.7 miles9.1 km
Schools in Isle of Raasay
- Raasay Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Raasay House Estate 3.2 miles5.2 km
- Portree Harbour Harbour 4.8 miles7.7 km
- Applecross Forest Forest 12 miles19.3 km
- Cuillin Hills Mountains 13.9 miles22.4 km
- Glen Brittle Forest Forest 14.6 miles23.5 km
- Lynedale House Estate 15.1 miles24.4 km
- Duncraig Castle Estate 15.9 miles25.6 km