Located in the Hebrides, outside Scotland, the island is the only place in the world where there is a commercial airport where planes land on the beach. Roses are the second-south island of the outer Hebrides and are formed from the oldest rocks in the UK.
Rose Commercial Beach Airport only opens when the tide allows. It includes a beautiful beachscape and Traigh Mhòr. This is just one of several great bays the island has to offer.
All beach points are connected by coastal bike trails, and in many cases people can find stickers from the coast.
If the cold waters are yours, some enjoy soaking up in the chilly Scottish waters, while others prefer to watch a bit of otter from the bystanders.
On the island's finest hills are the white roof statues of Madonna and her children, known as Our Lady of the Sea.
The statue was first erected in 1954, but appears to have been there for centuries.
From this hill you can see Specks Vatersay, Berneray and Mingulay. All of these are perfect for day trips.
Castle Bay is the main village of Roses, and is named after the medieval fortress that engulf the island offshore.
Since the Neorislik era, there has been human presence on the island, but was later established by the Vikings.
Tourism is the main source of income for the island's residents, with the high season being from May to September.
Thousands of people descend on the island each year, and the busiest time is Fès Bharraigh, the annual Gaelic Arts and Culture event held in Barra and Barrafest in July.
In April 2020, travelers in Condé Nast labelled Roses as “a fun little island with their own castle and beach airport” and recommended visiting “high cliffs in the east and nice beaches and bays in the west”.
