Carishader, Isle Of Lewis, HS2 9ER

Carishader lies on the Isle of Lewis, the northern part of the island of Lewis and Harris, which is the largest island in the Western Isles or Outer Hebrides archipelago. The island covers 683 square miles (1,770 km²). Donald MacRae, a singer, was born in Habost in the district of South Lochs and moved with his family to a croft at Carishader at the age of 12, where he spent his high school years. The locality is therefore associated with a rural crofting lifestyle and a close-knit community. The postal district is HS 2, indicating its placement within the broader postal geography of the Isle of Lewis. The area is part of a region known for its scenic landscapes and traditional Scottish island culture.