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Updated: 19 October 2024
Rebecca Munro lives on the Isle of Ulva near the Isle of Mull where she runs The Boathouse Ulva cafe. Rebecca gives us some great ideas for things to see and do on a trip to the Isle of Ulva and the Isle of Mull.
I live on the Isle of Ulva with my husband, Rhuri, 2 children (Matilda, 5, and Ross, 2), and two dogs (Alaskan malamutes, Sig, 9, and Olaf, 6). I run The Boathouse Ulva in partnership with my sister in law.
Rebecca enjoying the Turus Mara dinner with the puffins on Lunga
I’ve lived on Ulva for almost ten years, and before that two years in Tobermory. I grew up in Dumfries, and before that Whithorn near Stranraer. I moved to Mull to work for the summer and never left.
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Langamull, between Dervaig and Calgary, because it’s less crowded but still has white sand and rock pools for the kids to play in. It’s also a lovely walk to reach it.
Walks on Ulva
The South side and Ormaig walk on Ulva, because it has views to Iona and the Treshnish Isles. It is also ideal for seeing wildlife like golden and sea eagles, seals and otters. The old ruined villages and mill are also very interesting.
I love autumn on Mull and Ulva, October in particular. It’s cooler and quieter, and still light in the early evenings.
Seeing the puffins on Lunga is very special.
On Mull, seeing the puffins on Lunga. In my life, seeing Orcas off Dunnet Head.
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Favourite road – Salen to Ulva Ferry
Salen to Ulva Ferry, because the views are amazing. And you end up at Ulva.
Looking down on Loch Tuath, Gometra and Ulva from the road near Tostary. I remember being on Mull visiting my cousins when I was about 12, and coming over the hill there and thinking it was the most beautiful view I had ever seen. I still stand by that.
Also the view from my front door isn’t too bad.
View from my garden, Isle of Ulva
Hebridean Lodge in Tobermory. Anything on the menu is delicious.
We went to the Isle of Mull every year for about 7 years and always made sure to plan a visit to the island of Ulva and The Boathouse. I recommend their homemade soups and my partner’s favourite is the Fisherman’s Catch selection of local fish and shellfish. We both also suggest you try their cakes! We’ve also been on a Turus Mara trip to see the puffins at Lunga and it’s a wonderful experience to see these beautiful birds close up. We’ve never been to Langamull beach though and will make sure we do next time. Thanks, Rebecca, for some great tips.
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