Crofting Matters – Croft Diversification: New Enterprises in Uist
Posted: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Thinking of diversification projects on the croft? Hear from two entrepreneurs who have set up shops, campsites and tours in Uist, and are managing to bring in tourists and have a healthy footfall. They discuss the issues with funding on croftland, ferries, finishing animals, abattoirs, Instagram posts, Scottish Agritourism, and Enterprise agency support.
Anne MacLellan runs Balranald Campsite, the Dunes Cabin, a catering business, a new self-service vending machine with fresh veg and fish, and a self-catering cottage and a pod. Lindsay Robertson and DJ run Long Island Retreats, with a shop of local and islands produce and offer immersive tours of the croft and machair to UK and international travellers.
Related FAS Resources
https://www.fas.scot/article/diversification-on-a-shoestring/
FAS TV Series 5 Episode 9 – Supporting Crofting with Diversification – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrYYHOqkQbI
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