Ranger Service
Neach-glèidheidh an Eilein
Visitor Centre
Ionad Luchd-Tadhail
The Rum Visitor Centre is situated on the lower shore road near the old pier. Here you can learn about the island’s special features, the walking opportunities and pick up some handy information leaflets. There is also further information on how to obtain a fishing license.
Post Office / Village Shop
Oifis a’ Phuist agus Bùth
**Check out Jinty's new Order Form **
The Isle of Rum Shop and Post Office is small but very well stocked with a wide range of groceries including bread, veggies, dairy, meat, snacks, alcohol, toiletries, books and plenty of midge repellent. Rum shop also stocks a handy pocket-sized laminated fold-up map of the island ask in store for details.
You can find it next to the Village Hall which is about a 25 minute walk from the ferry terminal but only a 5 minute walk from Kinloch Castle.
If you’re planning to visit Rum as part of a large group, groceries can be pre-ordered, but please place your order at least one week in advance. Follow this link to an Order Form or phone the shop for more information. Due to opening times, if no-one answers please leave a message and Jinty will get back to you as soon as possible.
During Summer, Post Office opening hours are 1000-1200 on the Calmac ferry days and the shop is also open most evenings 1700 - 1900. Please see noticeboards for up-to-date opening times.
The shop does not accept payments by card but the Post Office has a facilitly for withdrawing cash. Please note that only certain types of cards are accepted in Post Offices - so please check with your local Post Office to see if your card will be accepted here too.
Have a look at the Order Form here.
Contact
Rum Stores / Post Office
Isle of Rum, PH43 4RR, UK
Shop Keeper / Postmistress - Jinty Crocket
Phone: 01687 460 328
Email: rumshop@isleofrum.com
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Page updated 15th February 2012
The Courtyard Bar
Taigh-seinnse
Kinloch Castle Bistro
Taigh-bìdh
Please see this news article here about temporary accommodation replacing Kinloch Castle hostel facilities in the future.
Guests can choose to self cater, or to have meals in the bistro. Advance bookings, a minimum of 24 hours in advance, are essential for the Bistro. Please advise staff of any special dietary requirements before your arrival.
2012 Prices
Breakfast £7.50 per person – toast, cereals, juice, yoghurt, fruit, tea, coffee, plus a selection of the following: Eggs, bacon, black pudding, sausages, hash browns, baked beans, mushrooms and grilled tomatoes. Porridge is also available on request.
Packed Lunch £5.50 per person - Includes a sandwich, piece of fruit, muesli bar, packet of crisps and a juice box. These are available for collection from the Bistro during breakfast service.
Three Course Dinner with Tea/Coffee £15.50 per person - Offered as a set three course menu based on a theme, however, guests who advise us of special dietary requirements in advance will be catered for accordingly.
There is a 10% meal discount for children 12 years old and under.
Sample Dinner Options
Mexican Night
- Cheesy Nachos with Homemade Guacamole and Fresh Salsa
- Chilli con Carne
- Rich Chocolate Mousse with Kahlua
Homely Cuisine
- Carrot and Red Pepper Soup and Crispy Roll
- Steak and Ale Pie with Steamed New Potatoes and Vegetables
- Spicy Rhubarb Crumble with Custard
Fishy Friday
- Bacon and Avocado Salad
- Fish Pie, with smoked haddock, white fillet, onions, carrots and soft boiled eggs in a creamy mustard sauce topped with mashed potato and parmesan, served with garden peas
- Fruits of the Forest Cheesecake
We also do an Oriental night, Scottish night, Mediterranean night and Sunday Roast Dinner. We can also cater for groups and special occasions. For further information concerning your catering needs please contact us.
Contact
For more information about Kinloch Castle Hostel click here.gif "SNH Logo")
For more information about Kinloch Castle Tours click here
Reception
Kinloch Castle
Isle of Rum, PH43 4RR, UK
Phone: 01687 462 037
Email: kinlochcastle@snh.gov.uk
Isle of Rum Village Hall Hire
Talla a’ bhaile air mhàl
The Isle of Rum Village Hall is available for hire. If you are thinking of coming to Rum to hold an event such as a wedding, a birthday or anniversary party then hiring the Village Hall is a must. With its own well-appointed kitchen, small stage and large dance floor, there is ample room to ceilidh. See photos and YouTube video of Rum events below.
Prices
£6 per hour to hire the Village Hall and kitchen. To hire the Village Hall for a night, charges start at £100 (plus a £50 refundable deposit) for a 1700 start with hirers making sure the hall is clean and tidy by 0900 the following day.
Here are some Youtube videos people have taken at events in our Village Hall
Contact
The Village Hall is managed by the Rum Community Association. Please email info@isleofrum.com for more information on booking the Village Hall for your event.
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Public payphones and Mobile Phones
Fòn agus eadar-lìon
Internet
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Toilets/Showers and Water
Taighean-beaga agus Frasadairean
Toilets
Showers
In summer the village campsite has two hot showers. If you are not staying over at the campsite, you may still have a shower as a day visitor. Showers for day visitors are £1.50 per person and please limit your shower to 5 minutes. The honesty box can be found on the side of the shower block.
Water
There are fresh water taps at the village campsite and also one on the Old Pier. You can also fill your water bottle at the Village Hall where there is another outdoor tap. Drinking water on Rum is chlorinated and is sourced at Coire Dubh - the same water source as the hyrdo-electric sheme that powers the whole village.
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Rubbish and Recycling
Sgudal agus Ath-chuairteachadh
There are also Glass and Metal Recycling wheelie bins at the Village Hall and also a Battery Recycling Point in the Village Hall foyer.
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