Community-owned pub on the remote peninsula of Knoydart, Scotland, UK

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  Description

  This is a community-owned pub on the Knoydart Peninsula, on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands. We have been community-owned since 2022.
  
  Being a community-owned pub means we are run by the people and for the people. A board of volunteer directors oversee the big decisions and overall business management, and the day-to-day running of the pub is taken care of by our managers and wider team.
  
  The pub is situated in the rural village of Inverie on the Knoydart peninsula. We are not connected to the mainland road network, therefore the only way to get here is by a 30min ferry ride from the nearby port of Mallaig, or a 2-3 day walk in over the hills! We may be remote in location, but we have an amazing wee community of about 130 folk and you will never be far away from a helping hand or someone to catch up with over coffee.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Hospitality/Tourism
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Knoydart residents pioneered community land ownership in the late 1990’s, and today a vast swathe of the peninsula is owned and managed by us. You will have the opportunity to learn more about what it’s like to live and work on community-owned land, and play a vital role in securing our community’s future success.
  
  Knoydart is haven for hillwalkers, explorers and nature-lovers. Wild swimming, stargazing, beach bbq’s, climbing hills…there’s something for everyone.
  
  Most importantly of all, we have a wonderful community here and we pride ourselves on being welcoming and offering some real Highland hospitality.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

  Host has indicated that they will pay at least the UK minimum hourly wage for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided inline with UK guidance. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.

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  Help

  Our bar is open daily from midday and we offer lunch and dinner service daily, serving traditional pub grub and specialities including local venison and seafood. We serve an average of 100 covers per day, plus those in for drinks-only so it's a busy wee bar!
  
  All our positions are currently filled - check back later in the year for 2026 opportunities!

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  Given our location, accommodation is provided with the position. We have a mix of private and shared units, with allocation depending upon final staffing numbers but preferences will be fulfilled whenever possible. Fully furnished, laundry facilities available, as well as plenty fridge/freezer and general storage space.
  
  Accommodation is charged at an affordable rate to cover running costs (in compliance with UK living wage for accommodation guidelines).

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  What else ...

  We are a short ferry trip to the nearby fishing port of Mallaig where there are shops (Coop, bakery, fishmonger, corner shop) and a selection of bars and restaurants. There are public transport links to Fort William and further south (via train/bus) and also to the Isle of Skye and the Small Isles (Calmac ferry). Fort Williams is our closest larger town and is an hour away by car/1.5hr by train.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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