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Open 9am - 9pm, 7 days a week
An Cridhe is the Isle of Coll’s community centre, opened by HRH Princess Anne on 11th July 2012. An Cridhe means “the heart” in Gaelic as the building is at the heart of life on Coll. It is a multi-purpose facility that caters for the many different needs of islanders and visitors.
An Cridhe makes an excellent venue for a variety of events from meetings and conferences to weddings, parties and ceilidhs. If you’ve got an idea for an event or are interested in holding a function then please don’t hesitate to get in touch – our friendly staff are on hand to help.
Whatever your requirements we are always ready to help so please get in touch if you would like to hire any of our facilities.
An Cridhe is open 9am-9pm, 7 days a week (except Christmas & New Year holidays). This superb facility operates on a self-serve system with a booking tablet at reception. Should you need assistance, office hours are 9am-3pm, Monday to Friday, and 9am-12pm Saturday and Sunday.
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Our Services
An Cridhe provides a range of services and bookable spaces for both locals and visitors to use.
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An Cridhe provides free WiFi in the community centre under the network BT Guest Wifi. This can be connected to for free without a password, simply follow BT’s on screen instructions. Any donations for Wi-Fi use to help with our costs is greatly appreciated.
We provide printing and photocopying during the week in office hours for 15 pence per page, black and white or colour.
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An Cridhe has public bathrooms and metered showers open to the public 24 hours a day, part funded by Argyll and Bute Council.
These can be accessed via the side door and are always available. The showers cost £1 per 3 minutes. Change can be given for notes in the office during office hours.
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The main hall at An Cridhe has a wide range of uses. You can book in online to use it for sport, included in the hire cost is the use of any of our wide range of sporting equipment.
You can also book the main hall for parties, group events or kids playgroups. For any large scale vents please contact manager@developmentcoll.org.uk as these are not bookable online.
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The multi-function room is great for small groups and meetings. If you want to join our craft and art groups, they are hosted here, or can be booked and used as a remote working space.
The Coll NearMe hub is in the multi-function room, and can be used by anyone to do remote medical consultations at a low cost.
There is also a piano in this room which can be booked to be used for any budding musicians, this is a bookable option online.
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Our gym is located on our stage and has a range of gym equipment for use, from cardio focussed equipment like a treadmill and exercise bike, to an adjustable weights bench and even a punching bag.
This can be booked online for £4 per session, or get a membership for only £15 by speaking to a member of staff.
Please note all new members must undertake a gym induction from one of our local qualified gym inductors. These often cost around £15 and are paid directly to the individual and not to An Cridhe.
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The Coll Playpark Committee recently fundraised for a brand new Coll Playpark, since the old one was removed several years ago. What they have achieved is fantastic, and provides and excellent, safe outdoor space for kids of all ages to play.
The playpark is open to all year round to families looking to entertain their kids, and if you would like to donate to the upkeep and potential expansion of the Coll Playpark, there is a donations box at the gate, which also has a QR code if you would like to donate online.
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If you wish to hire the whole building for a large event please contact our manager at manager@developmentcoll.org.uk.
While we have a rate for whole building hire, this is discretional based on the scale of the event and may differ slightly from what is on our price page.
An Cridhe are able to apply for occasional bar licenses for events, and if you wish to have this as part of your event please indicate this in your initial query, as these licenses are limited and must be applied for at least 35 days prior to the event.
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An Cridhe is a perfect venue for a DIY style wedding. An Cridhe is an affordable wedding venue, and comes with everything you need to throw a fantastic wedding, from a fully equipped kitchen to a bar, dance floor, stage and more.
The hire includes exclusive use of the entire building on your wedding day, as well as use from midday the day before to decorate however you choose and set up the building ready your perfect day.
You can click here to view a gallery of previous weddings at An Cridhe, and see just how brilliant you could make the building look.
An Cridhe does not provide wedding catering, however we can do a bar with a range of beers, cider, wine, fizz and spirits.
You can view our wedding package here, which will provide more information about what An Cridhe and the staff team can offer on your wedding day, and give an indication of seasonal pricing.
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The perfect way to get around the island, An Cridhe has a number of electric bikes for hire.
Please contact us for prices and booking information - 48 hours advanced booking is currently required.
The An Cridhe Staff Team
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Poppy Young
AN CRIDHE AND BUNKHOUSE MANAGER
Poppy grew up on the Isle of Coll and has recently moved back after studying and working on the mainland. She holds an MA in Scottish Ethnology and an MLitt in Museum and Heritage studies, during which she focused on youth engagement in heritage across the Hebrides.
Poppy aims to focus on valuable community engagement and sustainable development through her role at An Cridhe and Coll Bunkhouse.
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Naomi Miles
ASSISTANT MANAGER
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Esther MacRae
AN CRIDHE AND BUNKHOUSE ASSISTANT
Esther has lived on Coll for over 40 years, and has been a vital member of the community for much of this time, spending over 30 years as the district nurse, and was, until recently the islands local registrar, overseeing many of the weddings of those resident on Coll today.
Esther plays a crucial role in the team at An Cridhe, her nursing experience coming in very useful with first aid and health and safety.
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Heather Gates
AN CRIDHE AND BUNKHOUSE ASSISTANT
Heather is the person, not the cat. Development Coll are proud to operate an inclusive and welcoming recruitment policy but we draw the line at cats. -
Cat Sisterson
AN CRIDHE AND BUNKHOUSE ASSISTANT
Weddings and Building Hire
Whether you want to have your big day on Coll and have An Cridhe as the venue, or are looking to celebrate a big birthday, or put on a larger event, An Cridhe is an excellent venue. With a large function hall, stage with fully equipped PA and a bar that can be run by An Cridhe, or by yourself, we’ve got you covered!
For information on full venue hire excluding weddings please see the section below under “price list".
To find out more about hiring An Cridhe as a wedding venue click the button below.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Coll Show 2026
Every August, the island comes together for a day that's part competition, part celebration, and entirely Coll. Show exhibits, pet show, fancy dress, sports for all ages, bar, barbecue, prizegiving and of course the infamous Tug of War!
We run the show to encourage creativity, bring the community together, and support the projects that make island life what it is. Every penny we make goes straight back into doing just that.
And the show's not over until everyone's danced. Join us the night after Show Day for an evening with the Argyll Ceilidh Trail Band and loads of raffles prizes!
Doors 7.30pm · Adults £15 · Children (5–15) £5 · Under 4s free
Further information is available on the main website.
Fri 7 Aug - Sat 8 Aug 2026
Coll Half Marathon 2026
The Coll Half Marathon has become an important annual event on the Isle of Coll, with most of the locals involved in running this very popular day. Many runners return each year, not just to challenge themselves as they enjoy the stunning views on this beautiful island, but also to have a fabulous Coll weekend!
An Cridhe, the island’s community centre is the hub of activity for the day. Non participants can spend the afternoon here with a great vantage point for cheering the runners on as they reach their first kilometre and later, welcoming them across the finish line!
Great food and drink will be available during the afternoon and evening and, once the runners are home and refreshed it’s time to Ceilidh, Coll style… An Cridhe will be bouncing with live music. Don’t worry if you don’t know the dances. You will soon pick them up and there will be plenty of people happy to help!
After an energetic happy Saturday and a well deserved good night’s sleep, you can enjoy a cooked breakfast at An Cridhe before the Sunday ferry back to the mainland.
Further information is available on the main website.
Sat 15 Aug - Sun 16 Aug 2026
Disco Galore! 2026
Get ready to disco on the beautiful and remote Isle of Coll!
Disco Galore 2026 is all about beats, rhythm, dancing and supporting a small island community. Boogie under the stars, groove to disco classics, and light up the night with your best dance moves, in support of Coll's Community. Get swept away in Hebridean dance fever and make it a disco weekend to remember!
Join us on Friday the 11th of September in the Coll Hotel to kick off a weekend of disco and dancing.
Camping is available at An Cridhe for the duration of the event, just contact ancridhe@developmentcoll.org.uk for more information.
First Release Tickets available here.
Visit discogalore.com for more information.
Fri 11 Sept & Sat 12 Sept 2026
Coll and the Cosmos 2026
Coll & The Cosmos is a stargazing break on the Isle of Coll which makes the most of the island’s incredible dark sky. The break has been specifically designed to appeal to as wide an audience as possible. No prior knowledge of astronomy is needed; we’ll bring you the best of the night sky in a way that is fun and easily understandable.
Coll & The Cosmos is a collaboration between Coll Bunkhouse and Cosmos Planetarium. We use state of the art technology to deliver an amazing stargazing learning experience in a fantastic location. Our 6 metre indoor planetarium is a fully digital, 360° immersive multi-media theatre experience, ideal for taking a journey through the solar system and learning about a range of astronomical subjects. We also offer an array of different astronomical equipment to use, from simple binoculars to large astronomical telescopes with ‘Goto’ and wireless Bluetooth capabilities.
More information and tickets available here.
Tue 3rd - Wed 4th November 2026
Coll Connections 2027
Coll Connections is a small collaborative folk festival based in the Isle of Coll in the Inner Hebrides.
Coll’s stunning island landscape provides the perfect backdrop for our joyful celebration of music, community and place. Coll Connections brings people together for performances, workshops, and a variety of sessions that invite everyone to share their own talents and style. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or simply a lover of music, the festival offers a unique opportunity to connect with others, immerse yourself in traditional folk music and song, and experience Coll’s magic. Don’t miss this chance to make lasting memories in this breathtaking Hebridean setting!
Further information is available on the main website.
Tickets can be found HERE
For bunkhouse accommodation, please contact Coll Bunkhouse directly.
Sat 10 Apr - Thu 15 Apr 2027
Book Space in An Cridhe
A number of services can be booked and paid for online using the link below
For large functions, parties, weddings or conferences please contact us directly to enquire about booking An Cridhe.
It is our preference that customers use online booking where possible. You can use the online service if you are an individual or locally-registered organisation (excl. local branches/premises of larger organisations), and where the hire does not require any of the following: stage use, gym closure, bar licences, open to public, <9am or >9pm.
