Hebridean ferries query (1 Viewer)

[Euphony]

Hi all,
I'm an absolute beginner with Bessacarr E560 and we're (the boss and I) travelling to see our daughter for Christmas on South Uist as she's just moved there. Can any of you experienced funsters please tell me if there's anything specific that I should know/do about travelling on a ferry please?
All help gratefully received.
Thanks in advance.

 

[DavidG58]

Lucky you having a brilliant excuse to keep going out there, just about my favourite part of the world, although Harris is my real favourite

As for the crossing, never done one in December / January, could be delayed or rough, I would suggest using Uig (Skye) to North Uist for shortest route

Nice loading ramps at both ends, minimal risk of grounding, but just go slowly, they will not rush you and will usually stop you and come to your aid if there is an issue with grounding or space, never yet met an unhelpful Calmac crew

Have a great time

 

[Euphony]

Hi, thanks for the info, we've already booked the Uig-Lochmaddy ferry as it is, as you say, the shortest crossing and I'm not great on boats.

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[WillH]

We too have an E560 and spent three weeks in the Hebrides earlier this year. No problems on any of the ferries, there are so many motorhomes heading out there now they're well used to them. Mind you a lot of the ferries are off today as they are experiencing a gale up there just now.

 

[CWH]

anything specific that I should know/do about travelling on a ferry

When you drive onto the ferry, STOP until you get to the other side

We can see South Uist from our new cottage on Skye.
Sometimes.
Depends on the weather.
Here, just below the setting sun.

 

[DavidG58]

you will struggle to get LPG on the islands, we tried at Uig where they have it but the pump wouldn't work, on way back filled on Skye, cant recall the garage place now but just about the only pne on the RHS travelling to Uig about half way over before you get to Portree, a big one with Coop adjacent

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[CWH]

you will struggle to get LPG on the islands, we tried at Uig where they have it but the pump wouldn't work, on way back filled on Skye, cant recall the garage place now but just about the only pne on the RHS travelling to Uig about half way over before you get to Portree, a big one with Coop adjacent

That'll be Broadford then
http://www.mylpg.eu/stations/united...oadford--EDF64872-02ED-7271-702E-6CDC63F48E5E

 

[Euphony]

you will struggle to get LPG on the islands, we tried at Uig where they have it but the pump wouldn't work, on way back filled on Skye, cant recall the garage place now but just about the only pne on the RHS travelling to Uig about half way over before you get to Portree, a big one with Coop adjacent

Thanks, I have 2 full 6kg bottles and will hook up at my daughters house to keep everything ticking over so will have minimal need of them.

 

[CWH]

For bottled gas, there's Jan's just to the north of Portree. I'm sure there will be others too.
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[DavidG58]

Thanks, I have 2 full 6kg bottles and will hook up at my daughters house to keep everything ticking over so will have minimal need of them.

sorry I should have added I meant refillable

 

[ambulancekidd]

Hi, thanks for the info, we've already booked the Uig-Lochmaddy ferry as it is, as you say, the shortest crossing and I'm not great on boats.

Secret to avoiding seasickness is to spend your time looking our to the horizon as much as is humanly possible. I promise you it works. Now go & enjoy the trip, hope you have a marvelous time, don't forget to show us some photo's upon your return.

 

[Ralph-n-Bev]

You'll love it.
Drive on , drive off and enjoy the island with your daughter.

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[Puddleduck]

That'll be Broadford then
http://www.mylpg.eu/stations/united...oadford--EDF64872-02ED-7271-702E-6CDC63F48E5E

That is where we filled up

Calmac do the best hot chocolate I have ever tasted - and I've sampled an awful lot of them

 

[autorouter]

the shortest crossing and I'm not great on boats.

I'm the guy who gets seasick on a trip round the harbour. Used to dread even Dover to Calais.

It's easier to prevent seasickness than fix it when it's taken hold. I take a travel sickness tablet half an hour before the trip, and just take them as recommended for a long crossing.That's EVERY trip, even the water-bus round Venice.

Nowadays I can do the Santander ferry, and be up for a full English breakfast whatever the sea state.

I haven't ever had any of that drowsiness that's often reported as a side effect, but it's something to be aware of.

 

[Kingham]

When you drive onto the ferry, STOP until you get to the other side

We can see South Uist from our new cottage on Skye.
Sometimes.
Depends on the weather.
Here, just below the setting sun.
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Lovely view from a beautiful part of the world. When my parents first retired they bought a bungalow at Kyleakin, before the bridge went in and it was a perfect excuse to keep coming back to the island.
Definitely on the return visit list when my northern road trip starts next year

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[jdk62]

Secret to avoiding seasickness is to spend your time looking our to the horizon as much as is humanly possible. I promise you it works. Now go & enjoy the trip, hope you have a marvelous time, don't forget to show us some photo's upon your return.[/QUOTE

And eat ginger biscuits.... Works a treat!