The Isle of Tiree, the most westerly of the Inner Hebrides, was once known as “Tìr an Eòrna” – the Land of Barley. With fertile machair and a mild climate, Tiree became the breadbasket of the Hebrides, exporting barley to neighbouring islands for centuries.
Its agricultural wealth attracted early settlers, with evidence of farming stretching back 4,000 years. Stone circles, standing stones, and ancient forts still dot the landscape, whispering stories of clans who farmed and fished under Atlantic skies.
Even today, the green fields, grazing cattle, and scattered crofts remind us of Tiree’s legacy as a vital lifeline of grain and community spirit for the Hebrides.
Have you visited Tiree’s machair in bloom?
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