Following on from two very successful homecomings in Tiree in 2006 & 2016 the third A’ Bhuain in 2027 is in the final stages of planning. In the past we have welcomed people from many countries across the world including Canada, America, Switzerland, New Zealand, South Africa and our home countries too. We hope we can attract a similar diaspora to the event in 2027 so please spread the word.
 

From the small island of Tiree the diaspora spread throughout the world but many descendants of these pioneers still feel the pull of the island and A’ Bhuain, the Homecoming, is a great way to meet like-minded people and perhaps find some unknown relatives. An Iodhlann will be the genealogy centre for those who would like to trace their relatives and we will have experts on hand to help.
 

The week’s Programme has been finalised and we hope that there will be something of interest for everyone.

In January we will launch our Early Bird tickets which will allow entry into every event except the final Tiree Association Concert and Dance. Tickets for that event will be sold separately. Thereafter, tickets will go on sale for individual events and it would be prudent to book in advance as numbers are limited depending on the venue.
 

The hub of the event will be in the community hall, An Talla, where there will be classes in Gaelic Conversation, Singing and Dancing, Talks, Concerts, Films, Ceilidhs and Dances and as well as all that, there will be visits to places of interest on the island. Tiree High School will be putting on a special performance for your entertainment during the afternoon there.
 

There will be lovely Merchandise for sale during the week and most of it will be made by local artisans.

Lunches will be available each day with a complimentary Buffet on Monday at the Opening Ceremony. We also hope to have a pop up meal available each evening in An Talla from 4.30 - 6pm and Light Bite menus will be available at the same times at Tides at the Reef, Scarinish Hotel and Alan Stevenson House, Hynish.
 

It wouldn’t be an event in Tiree without a Raffle and as well as Raffles at some of the events there will also be a Grand Raffle with Tickets going on sale in the new year.

Loganair operates an air service to Tiree from Glasgow, Hebridean Air Services flies out of Connel Airport and Calmac operates the ferry service from Oban. Check these out for their timetables. There are a couple of Guest Houses and many holiday houses for rent on Tiree and you can get information on these at - www.isleoftiree.com.
 

There are many activities on Tiree outwith the planned programme like windsurfing, surfing, sea tours, golf, beauty treatments and many more which we will advertise more fully at a later date. If you are planning on being here for A’ Bhuain please bring your stories with you ready to share them with your fellow attendees.

The committee is busy planning the event for your enjoyment so now is the time for you to plan your trip to A’ Bhuain and register your interest.