Lunga (Treshnish Isles)

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Lunga, the largest of the Treshnish Isles, is a place where history and nature exist in harmony. Its dramatic cliffs, rolling grasslands, and basalt columns create a striking landscape, shaped by volcanic forces and centuries of human presence. Though now uninhabited, Lunga was once home to a small community, its traces still visible in the scattered ruins of blackhouses and field systems.

Archaeological evidence suggests settlement dating back to the Norse period, with later use by crofters who relied on the island’s rich pastures and abundant seabirds. The remains of old dwellings and enclosures hint at a way of life deeply connected to the land and sea.

Today, Lunga is best known for its thriving seabird colonies, particularly its charismatic puffins, which draw visitors from around the world. As part of the Treshnish Isles, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), it remains a vital refuge for wildlife and a place where echoes of the past endure in stone and soil.