Explore the islands of Iona and Staffa, following the history and the life of the people from earliest times to the present day. Iona’s stunning natural beauty is enchanting, from the ancient grey rocks of Dun I, the fertile green fields edged with dazzling white sand and the vivid blues of the Hebridean Sea.

Capture the peace and tranquillity of the island and experience places few have the opportunity to visit…the marble quarry, Columba’s Bay and the Hermit’s Cell. Take time to appreciate the Abbey’s architecture, history and spiritual significance. Everywhere, the different strands of Iona’s story weave together.

Staffa’s magnificent Fingal’s Cave is just one of several unique features on an island formed by immense volcanic rock pillars. See the outstanding wildlife of the islands – dolphins and porpoises playing in the shallow waters, seals, and many kinds of birds including guillemot, razor bill, cormorant and puffin to name just a few.

Look out for a few surprises… a glimpse of the shy and secretive corncrake, the plume from spouting cave, the story of Columba’s tears - pebbles flecked with serpentine and rounded by the Atlantic ocean - and pictures from the historic visit by the President of the Irish Republic in 1997.

Filmed by Kenny McLeod, script by E Mairi MacArthur, narrated by Alex O’Henley, with music inspired by these islands written and arranged by Finlay Wells and Chas Mackenzie.

Video Production kindly supported by Caledonian MacBrayne.

Running time 50 mins.




AVAILABLE ON DVD for UK & Europe Region 2 & now Region 1 for North America

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Also available

• on board m.v. 'Isle of Mull' ferry
• Iona Community Shop (opposite the Abbey)
• Tourist Information Centres
• Selected retail outlets
• Or contact us for your nearest outlet