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    MacLennans Supermarket

    Balivanich

    Open on a Sunday!

    4

    Date of visit: July 2026

    I am a disabled person. I have experience of challenges around: a hidden impairment, accessing toilets and moving around.

    I use or have experience of: changing places toilet, disabled toilet, hidden impairment, powerchair, toilet with hoist, toilets, walking aid, wheelchair

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    Overall Rating

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    Good

    On our tour of the Hebrides, we quickly realised that most places close on a Sunday. We ended up making a frantic trip to a rather manic Co-op to panic-buy some supplies. Had I known about this supermarket, I probably wouldn't have bothered. Operating since 1902, this family-owned supermarket, which remains in the same family's ownership to this day, serves Benbecula and the surrounding area, and it does so very well.

    Disabled Access In and Around

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    Good

    With step-free access throughout, the store is easy to navigate whether you use a walking stick, wheelchair, powered wheelchair or mobility scooter. The aisles are wide enough for most people to move around comfortably, which is a stark contrast to the aforementioned Co-op. There are no lowered counters or hearing loops, and no alternative formats are available.

    Accessible facilities: Single-level venue

    Parking & Transport

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    Good

    I travelled to this place by personal vehicle

    There are plenty of spaces in the car park, including two accessible parking spaces with clear hatched markings on either side. There are no EV charging bays.

    Accessible facilities: Dedicated on-site parking

    Accessible Toilets

    I didn't spot any accessible toilets on site.

    Staff

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    Excellent

    The staff were welcoming, kind and helpful throughout our visit.

    Additional Information

    This store is very well stocked, with a wider range than you might expect from an independent supermarket. It's well worth a visit if you need to stock up on supplies.

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