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Brae means "hillside" or "river-bank" in Scots. Brae may refer to:
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Beyond the Views: Local Life on the Mainland
While the surrounding scenery draws most eyes, the village’s rhythm is set by its small fishing fleet and seasonal crofting. Early mornings see lone boats slipping through the harbour, their crews still in oil‑skin jackets, while the community shop stocks a surprising range of island-grown produce, from kale to seaweed crisps. Visitors who linger over a coffee at the local café can hear stories of the 19th‑century kelp boom and how the settlement adapted after the decline of the herring trade. Those details offer a richer sense of place than any postcard, showing how a modest settlement has continually reshaped its livelihood to match the tides.
A Practical Lens: Getting Around the Mainland
Roads here are narrower than a city tram line, and the main artery winds close to the shoreline, offering occasional glimpses of seal colonies. Renting a small 4×4 is advisable, not for off‑road thrills but to navigate the occasional sand‑covered turnouts that can catch a standard car off guard. Public transport is limited to a handful of bus services, so timing your arrival with the morning tide is key if you plan to explore nearby archaeological sites on foot. Bike‑share schemes are nascent, yet a sturdy hybrid will let you cover the coastal path at a leisurely pace, letting you appreciate the subtle shifts in light that photographers cherish.