WALKING
THE MARBLE LINE IN BROADFORD
The Marble Line just outside Broadford is the route of the old marble quarry train. It was in use in the early 20th Century. In more recent times it has been lovingly restored by Broadford and Strath Community Company into an accessible footpath.
Distance: 13km / 8 miles (for the longer hike, you can make it shorter if you want to)
Time: 1 – 3 hours
Ascent: 461m (maximum)
Start Grid Ref: NG642235
An easy-going walk tracing the line of the railway line for the marble quarries at Kilchrist. Good views of Blaven and the surrounding hills.
TERRAIN
Waymarked, easy going, path suitable for all terrain prams and wheelchairs except for one steep section to the second quarry which can be avoided.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Regular buses from Portree, Kyleakin and Kyle of Lochalsh – get off in centre of Broadford.
START
Main car park in Broadford near petrol station.
FOR MORE DETAILS & MAPS
Please check this website for a more detailed description of the hike and a very useful map to have with you:
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/skye/marble-line.shtml