Cnoc Soilleir Phase 2 Practical Completion

Cnoc Soilleir Limited is pleased to announce the handover of Phase 2 of its capital project in Daliburgh, South Uist, by main contractor MacInnes Bros Ltd.

Chair of the Cnoc Soilleir Ltd Board, Alex O’Henley, said:

“On behalf of the Cnoc Soilleir Board, I would like to extend our sincere thanks to every individual who has contributed to Phase 2 of this building project. The hard work and dedication of MacInnes Bros Ltd in particular has ensured that this auditorium has been completed on time, on budget and to an exceptionally high standard. It is a magnificent achievement. Cnoc Soilleir now stands proudly above Daliburgh and, as its name suggests, I hope it will serve as a beacon of light and opportunity for all who cherish the Gaelic language, music and culture—here in South Uist and far beyond—for many years to come. Tapadh leibh uile.” 

Photo: Alex O’Henley Chair of Cnoc Soilleir Ltd and David MacInnes of Macinnes Bros Ltd at Practical Completion in new auditorium.  

Bringing to life a 26-year-long vision for a dedicated centre for music, dance and Gaelic culture in South Uist, the new extension includes a bespoke 200-seat performance space, a specialist dance studio, green rooms and rehearsal spaces, all supported by a state-of-the-art audiovisual system. The development significantly expands the potential of Cnoc Soilleir’s existing facilities for its joint venture partners, Ceòlas and UHI North, West and Hebrides, as well as all the others who will benefit from this exemplary space. 

David MacInnes of MacInnes Bros Ltd said:

“We are extremely proud of the completed development, which stands as a testament to the dedication and hard work of everyone involved. This milestone marks the end of a long journey—from delivering Phase 1 during the constraints of the COVID pandemic to the final handover of the completed building on 9 June 2026. The entire team should take great pride in what has been achieved.” 

The next chapter for Cnoc Soilleir begins here.

Cnoc Soilleir also extends its thanks to its stakeholders and funders, and all our other supporters and wider team, who bought into our vision and whose support has been instrumental in bringing the project to completion. Most notably: Scottish Government; Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, and Bòrd na Gàidhlig; John Renshaw Architects; and members of our South Uist Community.  

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