The Blackhouse Arnol
The Blackhouse, Arnol is located on the Isle of Lewis in the Scottish Hebrides. It is a small historic tourist attraction that is a traditional, fully furnished thatched house that was built around 1880.
Inside you can gain a unique insight into life in this house that once sheltered a family and its animals, under the same roof. The ruined blackhouse at number 39 can also be seen together with the 1920s ‘white house’ that replaced it.
Gaelic-speaking members of staff are usually on hand to answer questions about crofting life on Lewis. You can smell the peat smoke at the heart of the blackhouse that was never allowed to go out. You can see inside the cosy box beds in the bedroom and see the byre as it was left in 1966 (minus the cows). There is an explorer quiz and a working life quiz for children.
Further Information The Blackhouse Arnol
Is there food and drink available?
There is no on-site cafe. Self-service tea and coffee are available.
What are the main things to do?
A small historic tourist attraction that is a traditional, fully furnished thatched house that was built around 1880 plus another building. There are toilets.
What are the ticket prices?
Adults are £7, children aged 5-15 £4, under 4s are free and family tickets are available.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.
Is there parking?
There is parking.
When are they open?
They are open for most of the year, although they sometimes close in winter plus they are closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites and within roofed areas. Visitors’ dogs are allowed at The Blackhouse but are not permitted in roofed areas.
Are they accessible?
