In the year AD 1577, a massacre took place in Uamh Fhraing, locally known as Massacre Cave, on the Isle of Eigg. Tradition states that almost 400 people were killed in the cave during the Clan feud between the MacDonalds and MacLeods. The recent discovery of human remains within the cave, which have been radiocarbon dated to between AD […]
Eigg’s community believes that we need to speak truth to power, whether as part of our island governance or within governance structures in Highland, Scotland, or UK. Speaking truth to power means challenging injustice and holding those in power accountable, whether that be land reform, environmental justice, or calling for peace. We believe there should be […]
On 12th June 1997, Eigg’s tiny community of 65 people celebrated the day they took Eigg into community ownership and became one of Scotland’s first community buyouts. Since that day, Eigg’s has population grown and the island now thrives as a beacon of community empowerment and environmental action. Every year on or around 12th June […]
Note: Guided Walk on Wed 7th May is a coastal walk, Singing Sands to Laig Bay – meet at Cleadale Crossroads by the war memorial instead of the Old Shop at 11am
A new report has been published, offering an in-depth analysis of the opportunities for the growth and development of crofting on the Isle of Eigg. The report explores how crofting has evolved in recent years, highlights the challenges the island’s crofting community faces, and explores the ways in which community ownership can strengthen and grow […]
Laurie King explores how Eigg inspires her to create art using natural materials and invites you to join her for one of her upcoming creative retreats on the island. Eigg is one of those magical places that can inspire you to create beauty. That’s what I’ve found. Since moving to the island, I have been […]
A team from Eigg Electric Ltd (EEL) went on a Community Learning Exchange trip to visit Knoydart Renewables on the 14th August 2024. The Knoydart folk were very welcoming and gave great tours and insights into their hydro system. There was huge learning shared between the two off grid communities. The Community Learning Exchange visit kick […]
Solas Eige is Scottish Gaelic for “Light of Eigg” and is the name of the community organisation trying to purchase and restore St Columba’s Church, with the ambition to convert it for community use. The name was chosen to express Solas Eige’s vision of how the building could become a shining beacon for new activities […]
Under bright blue skies on the 29th of May, the Scottish Wildlife Trust ranger, Norah Barnes, led a wildlife walk on the Isle of Eigg. It was joined by 13 enthusiastic, nature-minded people and 4 volunteers. They came to witness this special island, part of the Inner Hebrides, which offers a unique blend of natural […]
