MV Loch Alainn
The MV Loch Alainn, Loch Àlainn in Gaelic, sails from Barra to Eriskay – transporting the island community and those looking to discover the wonderful Outer Hebrides across the sound of Barra.
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The MV Loch Alainn, Loch Àlainn in Gaelic, sails from Barra to Eriskay – transporting the island community and those looking to discover the wonderful Outer Hebrides across the sound of Barra.
Onboard the MV Loch Alainn you can find a ship perfectly tailored for a short, comfortable crossing. Relax on our snug passenger lounge (accessed from the car deck, furry friends welcome) or take a seat outside on our deck and marvel at the natural beauty of Scotland’s landscape as it gently drifts past.
Designed to connect you with your favourite memories of the west coast. From exclusive sweatshirts and hoodies to cosy up in, each item of clothing features an iconic island-inspired design and is hand-printed in Scotland on organic and vegan-approved products.
ShopScotland is renowned for the quality of its natural produce and we have worked hard to identify the best small businesses providing excellence in a vast variety of fresh food. Read more about our suppliers and their remarkable stories, and try to recreate one of our delicious recipes at home.
Free wi-fi is available to all customers.
Located on the Main deck and Upper deck.
Located on the Main deck and Upper deck.
Pets are welcome on board and we have a dedicated Pet Area located on Deck 4.
The MV Loch Alainn was launched in April 1997 and originally served over ten years at Largs before moving to its current route in the Outer Hebrides.
Gross tons | 396 |
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Length | 41m |
Breadth | 13.4m |
Draught | 1.73m |
Builder | Buckie Shipyard Ltd, Buckie, Banffshire |
Built | 1997 |