Our centre is closed for redevelopment, reopening in July 2026. There are no facilities - no coach parking, no toilets, limited car parking.
The Fund represents a major opportunity to empower local communities, deepen engagement with the Outer Hebrides’ heritage, and enhance wellbeing through inclusive, accessible, and sustainable projects. By supporting initiatives that connect people to the islan
In February 2026, The Calanais Visitor Centre announced an exciting new programme of creative and heritage workshops and activities, marking the launch of a major new heritage initiative ahead of the opening of its new visitor centre in Spring 2026.
The exciting redevelopment of the Calanais Visitor Centre is well underway, and we recently spoke with the team at Lewis Builders to get the inside scoop on this major heritage project.
The new Calanais Visitor Centre recognises the need to carefully conserve and care for the Calanais site, supporting sustainable tourism that protects its heritage while enhancing the visitor experience and the local community for years to come.
Urras nan Tursachan (The Standing Stones Trust) is an independent, not-for-profit charitable trust based in the northwest of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides.
The introduction of an entry fee is designed to support the long-term sustainability of the Calanais Stones and Visitor Centre, while ensuring local residents continue to enjoy free access.
Urras nan Tursachan (The Standing Stones Trust) is delighted to announce Kathryn Lamont Smith as the new Heritage Manager at the Calanais Visitor Centre. Bringing extensive experience from previous roles at An Lanntair and UHI, Kathryn will be crucial in dev
Calanais, Isle of Lewis – Urras nan Tursachan (The Standing Stones Trust) is thrilled to announce the selection of Freya Pellie and Jonathan Doyle for its inaugural Annual Residency
Urras nan Tursachan invites applications for a unique residency inspired by the major Lunar Standstill at the Calanais Standing Stones in June 2025.
