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Basket Weaving in Moray

Looking to try something new? How about basket weaving by going on one of the Naturally Useful courses, you’ll learn a traditional craft, go home with a creation of your own making and become part of the lineage of traditional craft makers. …

Creative, Health & Wellbeing, Heritage, Creative Workshops

The Highlands

Cawdor Castle in Inverness

Discover the romantic Highland castle, the 14th century home of the Thanes of Cawdor. Built by the Cawdor family for over 600 years including three unique Scottish gardens and a Cawdoor bigwood experience! Located about 5 miles south west of Nairn, Cawdor …

Heritage, Museums, Sightseeing, Castles

The Highlands

Culloden Battlefield near Inverness

If you love Scottish history and planning a trip to the Highlands, then consider adding the Culloden Battlefield to your itinerary. Just outside the city of Inverness, this was the place where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a halt. The government …

Heritage, Sightseeing, Historical Sites

The Highlands

Discover Scottish History at the Highland Folk Museum

Are you a scot and curious about how your ancestors may have lived? Or are you visiting the Highlands and want to find out more about it’s history? The Highland Folk Museum then is a perfect activity for you stack! Explore this …

Family Friendly, Heritage, Museums

The Highlands

Dunrobin Castle

Looking for a historic day out in the Highlands? Known as the ‘Jewel in the crown of the Highlands’, Dunrobin castle is one of the largest and most beautiful intact castles in Scotland and only an hour’s drive from Inverness! Watch layers …

Heritage, Castles

The Highlands

Eilean Donan Castle

If you want to see castles in Scotland, then Eilean Donan Castle is surely at the top of the list – built in the thirteenth century, it was a stronghold of the Clan Mackenzie and their allies, the Clan MacRae. Eilean Donan’s …

Museums, Sightseeing, Castles, Film Locations

The Highlands

Find out more about the History of the Highlands at Inverness Museum

Inverness is the Highland’s capital for a reason: it’s home to the amazing history and is a hub for culture – this shows in Inverness museum, which is home to a brilliant collection of historical and natural artefacts, as well as an …

Heritage, Museums

The Highlands

Glassworks at Icefire Glass Loch Lomond

For those looking for something different to do on their day off, why not visit Icefire Glass on the southern shores of Loch Lomond in Balloch. This Glass studio celebrates Scottish culture by designing unique glassware reflecting life on some of the …

Creative, Gardens, Heritage, Creative Workshops

The Highlands

Helmsdale’s Timespan Museum in The Highlands

Discover the local and social history of the parish and the people of Helmsdale and embark on a journey from the open sea to the river mouth upstream and in towards the mainland to the Strath of Kildonan! The Timespan Museum focuses …

Heritage, Museums

The Highlands

History Museum in Dornoch

Step back in time with a visit to the Historylinks Museum. Dedicated to the history of Dornoch Parish, the permanent exhibition shows the Cathedral, feuding clans, the shameful burning of Scotland’s last alleged witch and the treachery and violence of Picts and Vikings. Current …

Heritage, Museums

The Highlands

Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William to Mallaig

All aboard! Are you a history fan? Or perhaps a Harry Potter fan? Then you must’ve heard about the famous Jacobite steam train. Described as the best railway journey in the World, this train journey takes you past some of the most …

Heritage, Trains & Railways

The Highlands

Loch Ness Centre in The Highlands

Ever wanted to learn more about the home of Nessie? The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition provide visitors with a means of learning more about the famous Loch and also has a range of exhibitions dedicated to the Loch and the monster …

Family Friendly, Heritage

The Highlands

Natural History Centre in the Highlands

Are you struggling to find that next location to take the family on a day out? Worry no more, as the Ardnamurchan Natural History Visitor Centre has got you covered! Bring along your loved ones and experience the magic of nature at …

Animals and Wildlife, Family Friendly, Heritage, History

The Highlands

Nuclear Bunker Museum in The Highlands

Are you looking for your next exciting museum trip in Scotland? Why not head along to the Gairloch Heritage Museum and uncover everything the history of the area has to offer! Located inside a convereted nuclear bunker, the museum consists of exhibitions …

Family Friendly, Heritage, Museums, History

The Highlands

Urquhart Castle in Inverness

If you want to combine an experience of wild natural beauty and the exploration of history, then we’ve got the perfect day out to add to your stack. Located on the shore of the famous Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle is home to …

Heritage, Museums, Sightseeing, Castles

The Highlands

Visit Dunbeath Castle Gardens

Built high on a clifftop overlooking the Moray Firth, Dunbeath Castle, has one of the most dramatic approaches to any house in Scotland. Dunbeath was first mentioned in historical records as far back as 1428. The castle was a stronghold of the …

Gardens, Heritage, Museums, Tours, Walking, Castles

The Highlands

Visit the amazing structure of Fort George near Inverness

In the shadow of Loch Ness, where thousands of visitors descend to spot their favourite Scottish monster, lies an unsuspecting sight – one of the largest 18th-century military fortifications in the world, and one of the most outstanding seen in Europe, Fort …

Museums, Sightseeing, History

The Highlands

Visit the Castle of Mey

The Castle of Mey has a long and interesting history as the most northerly inhabited castle in Scotland The Castle of Mey was built by George, the 4th Earl of Caithness, for his second son William Sinclair. When visiting the family seat …

Gardens, Heritage, Castles

The Highlands

West Highland Museum in Fort William

Whether looking to uncover archaeology, natural history, Commando training and weaponry, Highland crofting life, costumes and charms, Victorian times, or even the history of mountain rescue, rest assured! West Highland Museum holds the answers behind all of these! Come along on a …

Free, Heritage, Museums

The Highlands

Whisky Weekends at Glenmorangie House

A series of whisky weekends have been announced for 2022 at boutique hotel Glenmorangie House, located in the royal burgh of Tain, deep in the scenic highlands of Scotland and just a short distance from the Glenmorangie Distillery. The weekend comprises a …

Food & Drink, Heritage