Welcome to Kyleakin

The village of Kyleakin (pronounced - kail'a'kin, and in Scottish Gaelic: Caol Acain) is situated on the east coast of the Isle of Skye and forms part of the Inner Hebrides. Kylaekin lies opposite the northwest Scottish mainland town of Kyle of Lochalsh and derives its name from 'Strait of Haakon',  after the King Haakon IV of Norway. The Kings fleet moored there prior to the Battle of Largs that saw the end of Norwegian rule of the island. From 1841 to October 16, 1995 a ferry service operated from Kyleakin to the mainland across the narrow strait of Loch Alsh, until it was replaced by the controversial Skye Bridge. Initially a toll bridge, the tolls were discontinued in 2004 following protests by local people.

Castlemoil

Castlemoil Restaurant, Cafe Bistro and the King Haakon bar is encompassed in a beautiful location providing idyllic views of ruins of Catlemoil and the harbour. The facilities within our well established establishment provides a haven for travellers and locals alike. With our experience in catering restaurant, bistro and bar facilities we can provide excellent service for large parties, including coach tours and individuals while ensuring that everyone is treated as an individual. Families and children are particularly welcome.

Within the King Haakon bar live entertainment is 6 nights a week, please see the King Haakon bar page for further details.

Henderson Leisure Group

The Henderson Group is managed by Capt. T. Henderson BA (Hons). Captain Tam Henderson was born in Glasgow in 1967 and joined the 1st Battalion the Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) as a private, aged 16. He served in many diverse locations around the world throughout his 23 years service, operating in areas such as the Balkans, Northern Ireland and the Middle East and working alongside conventional and special forces.

After progressing through the ranks - including a period serving as a military instructor at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst training British, foreign and Commonwealth officers and members of their respective royal families - Captain Tam Henderson was commissioned from the rank of Warrant Officer within the Black Watch in March 2005, and was the youngest serving Quartermaster in Iraq at the age of 38.

 Tam resigned his commission in May 2007 and decided to move with his family to the Isle of Skye to pursue a more traditional way of life. Tam has been heavily involved in Sub Aqua diving for most of his life and taught for several years on the Isle of Skye. His long term intention is to open a water sports centre at the Castlemoil.

A keen outdoor enthusiast who is very passionate about local business development, Tam has already set up all the main food and music contracts for his business using Isle of Skye based companies.