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WELCOME TO CALANAIS STANDING STONES AND VISITOR CENTRE


BRINGING 5000 YEARS OF MYSTERY TO LIFE

Shrouded in mystery, the Calanais Standing Stones have drawn visitors to this
ancient and inspiring site in the Outer Hebrides for thousands of years.
Overlooking the beautiful Loch Roag above the village of Calanais on the Isle of
Lewis, the sacred wonder of the stones offers visitors a rare invitation to
reach out and touch the past.

This Neolithic monument, dominated by a dramatic central stone, is the ideal
destination for visitors seeking to experience the rich heritage of this iconic
site. Enjoy the ancient beauty of the Calanais Stones.





EXPLORE THE INSPIRATIONAL
CALANAIS STONES


DISCOVER YOUR OWN STORIES</32>

The 5000-year-old site is a cruciform-shaped stone circle that has weathered the
storms of the Outer Hebrides and today serves as a vivid reminder of our rich
archaeological heritage. Mystery surrounds its exact purpose, although much of
the evidence indicates that these megaliths were the site of both an
astronomical observatory and ritual activity.



Today, these petrified giants offer visitors from around the world a warm
welcome. When you arrive at the visitor centre, you can discover the stones at
your own pace, learning about their unique history and legacy.

As you explore the mystery surrounding the stones, you’ll find yourself lost in
the beautifully preserved landscape of a world-class heritage site. Amid the
archaeological treasures and clues to prehistoric life in the Outer Hebrides,
you’ll rediscover your sense of wonder as you create your own transformational
stories.


ANDY BRO

“An outstanding beautiful and important archeological site. The layout of the
stones is very much like a Celtic Cross. The romance is greatly enhanced by the
surrounding loch and mountains.”


ANDY BRO

“An outstanding beautiful and important archeological site. The layout of the
stones is very much like a Celtic Cross. The romance is greatly enhanced by the
surrounding loch and mountains.”
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A RICH HISTORY
FOR ALL TO SHARE


A MISSION TO PROTECT

The Standing Stones Trust (Urras nan Tursachan) is dedicated to the continued
preservation of this iconic stone circle site, aiming to illuminate the past and
ensure the future of Calanais. Working with Historic Environment Scotland, the
local community and experts in archaeology and archaeoastronomy, we unlock the
complex narratives of the landscape and reveal the stories of Calanais’
prehistoric ancestors. In doing so, we protect the area’s cherished Neolithic
past and contribute to a flourishing Hebridean present.


A MISSION TO PROTECT

The Trust has a mission to research, document and manage the historic
environment for the benefit of our visitors, the local community and future
generations. You can learn more about our detailed work to uncover the secrets
of the stones here.


BE TRANSFORMED AT CALANAIS

When you walk amongst the Calanais Stones, the sheer beauty of their positioning
within the windswept and wild Isle of Lewis environment is matched by a powerful
sense of place and peace. Whether you’re visiting to marvel at their mystery or
to deepen your understanding of their archaeological significance, the
experience is a truly transformative one.




A VISITOR CENTRE FOR THE FUTURE


CALANAIS WELCOMES YOU


SUPPORT OUR WORK

Over the years the Calanais Visitor Centre has been a warm and welcoming place
to visit.  The centre is currently closed in preparation for redevelopment.  We
hope to reopen sometime in 2025 with a much improved facility.  We understand
that this is not an ideal situation, and we genuinely regret any disruption this
may cause to your plans.  However, we are excited at the prospect of being able
to offer all our visitors a much improved experience once the new centre reopens
and appreciate your understanding and cooperation during the current
limitations. 

During the redevelopment Urras nan Tursachan will continue our partnership with
Historic Environment Scotland to preserve, document and celebrate this stunning
site.  Discover how to support the work we’re doing to preserve the beauty and
legacy of the Calanais Stones here or find out how others are supporting our
important community work by visiting our Stonechat pages.

 


COME AND JOIN US


PLANNING YOUR VISIT TO CALANAIS

When you’re ready to discover the magic of the Calanais Standing Stones for
yourself, you can click here for the details you’ll need to make your visit a
memorable one. 

Please note: 

1. The Calanais Visitor Centre is currently closed in preparation for
redevelopment with plans to reopen sometime in 2025.  During the construction
phase there will be limited parking.  We apologise for any inconvenience.

2. At some point in Autumn 2024 we expect the stones will be closed to the
public as Historic Environment Scotland (HES) plan to do conservation work.  As
soon as we have been informed by HES, we will publicise these dates on this
website and on facebook www.facebook.com/CalanaisStandingStones.




CALANAIS VISITOR CENTRE

Currently closed in preparation for redevelopment and due to reopen sometime in
2025




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Isle of Lewis, Scotland
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In addition to curating the stones exhibition and managing public visits, the
visitor centre hosts a wide range of tours, lectures and special events. These
all celebrate diverse aspects of the rich archaeological and mythical history of
the stones and our commitment to provide a transformative experience for all our
visitors.

You can find out more about what’s on, and how you can get involved, by
exploring our events here or by following our social media links at the bottom
of the page.

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The Calanais Standing Stones is a gloriously romantic wedding setting, and we
are delighted to play a part in such an important day for so many new couples.
If you’d like to tie the knot against one of the most beautiful backdrops in the
Outer Hebrides, you can contact us here.

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Once you’ve visited the stone circle, you’ll find a lot more waiting for you in
our gift shop. We stock a wide range of books, gifts and jewellery to remind you
of your unique Calanais Standing Stones experience. From our official Standing
Stones Guidebook to beautiful prints and luxurious locally crafted pendants, our
shop helps to support the work we do on site and contributes to the economy of
the local community.

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When you do visit, you’ll find our on-site café is the perfect place for
anything from a spot of homemade cake to a full meal. Featuring a wide range of
local produce and speciality teas and coffees, why not have lunch overlooking
the stunning views over Loch Roag before stepping out to explore the mystery of
the stone circle. Explore our menu or book a table here.

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