Hynish Trust

Interested in traditional building skills and helping to preserve Tiree’s built heritage? The Hynish Trust is seeking expressions of interest from a local person interested in receiving hands-on training in stonemasonry maintenance and upkeep. Training will be provided by Master Stonemason Andrew Bradley, who is currently undertaking the restoration of the historic Lighthouse Keeper Cottages…

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Another busy month down at Hynish! We’re thrilled to say that the work for the SGIF Upper Square renovations is underway and going well! We had a visit from Tiree High School last month, giving them a full tour of the Hynish site, as well as introducing them to master stonemason Andrew Bradley, who discussed…

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New for this year, we’re delighted to be hosting a series of cultural talks and discussions over the summer. Join us in Skerryvore Studio! 13th August, 6:30pm – Andrew Bradley The master stonemason on the Upper Square renovations, will talk about his work at Hynish and his career in stonemasonry. 27th August, 6:30pm – Hayley,…

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It’s been another busy fortnight for the Hynish Trust!  We had the first talk in our Dualchas Discussions series at the Skerryvore Studio on Saturday the 16th of May. We were all delighted that John Pirie was able to give his talk “A Life in Lighthouses” – a fascinating presentation that d elved into how…

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A warm Hynish welcome to our two new members of staff, Cat and Polly, who are settling in nicely. We’re delighted to have them both on the team. Do say hello if you see them around! Polly – Sustainability Development Officer Polly brings a background in storytelling, environmental research, and community engagement, and has a…

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Interviews for the new posts have been very successful and we are delighted to confirm two appointments. A warm welcome to Polly Robinson, our new Sustainability Development Officer, and Cat Storey, our new Heritage Protection Officer (photo). Their inductions will begin immediately, and they will be introducing themselves to the community over the coming weeks…

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