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Great Bernera, often known just as '''Bernera''' ( in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland . It is linked to the west coast of Lewis by a Bridge . The main settlement on the island is . Bernera is also known for its Iron Age (or possibly Pictish ) settlement at Bostadh, discovered in 1992 and now covered by sand to preserve it. A replica Iron Age house matching those now buried is sited nearby. The island was also the location of the Bernera Riot , where Crofter s resisted the Highland Clearances . The main industry on Bernera today is Lobster fishing. The island should not be confused with islands called Berneray , nor with Little Bernera . EXTERNAL LINKS |
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