Location: Lairg
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Lairg (Scottish Gaelic: An Luirg, meaning "the shank/shin") is a village and parish in Sutherland, Scotland. It has a population of 891 and is at the south-eastern end of Loch Shin.
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1. Achmelvich Beach
Overall Ratings
5 based on 315 reviews
Reviewed By NorthernHeatseeker - UK
We travelled quite a way to visit this beach and it didn't disappoint. It was the most beautiful, cloudless February day and the colour of the sea took my breath away. We almost had the beach completely to ourselves, it felt very special to be there.
The lovely white sand is very clean and it is so nice just to take a bit of time here enjoying the beauty. My other half took a quick stroll over the little hill to see the neighbouring, equally gorgeous little beach.
The single track road here was quiet when we visited, would imagine it can get busy in the summer months. Unfortunately on the day of our visit the Ladies toilet was locked. Had to use the Gents which unfortunately were both quite blocked up, although there was loo paper and paper towels!
So glad we went as it is just a magical place.
2. Balblair Distillery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 101 reviews
Balblair Distillery is a whisky distillery located in Edderton, Ross-Shire. It is one of the oldest running Distilleries in Scotland. Founded in 1790, by John Ross, we have been producing award-winning Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey since. Every year the distillery manager, John MacDonald, selects the whiskies that have reached the exact point of 'optimum maturation', the peak of perfection. That's why we only create Vintages, times to perfection. Balblair offers tours throughout the day with scheduled tours beginning at 11am and 2pm, we offer impromptu tours where possible so it is always worth calling. Balblair has a range of different Vintages for sale in the shop, as well as a hand selected Single Cask available for Hand Bottling.
Reviewed By GreenThumb331 - Manila, Philippines
We joined this tour with literally zero knowledge about whiskey. It was part of our cruise ship excursion to Invergordon. We had visited, Shin Falls, Dunrobin castle and the town of Golspie before coming here. We were welcomed by the amiable Scottish lady-guide who gave us a short briefing about the distillery. The tour became interesting when she brought us to the production area where we saw the different equipment which was used to make the whiskey. The processes and stages were explained one by one. Some terms were technical.
We were led to the warehouse where the barrels containing the aging whiskey were stored. It takes years to have real fine whiskey. The last part of the tour was a sampling of the whiskey. Balblair whiskey was really extraordinary- Aged to Perfection! We left the place having full appreciation of how whiskey is made and a little tipsy too.
3. Royal Dornoch Golf Club
Overall Ratings
5 based on 305 reviews
Designed by Old Tom Morris in 1886, this challenging, historic course has spectacular views of the North Sea and goes almost straight out and straight back, with the angle changing subtly at each hole.
Reviewed By prakthomas - Southeast Pennsylvania
If you are planning to go here, you are already likely a golfer looking for spectacular venues. The Championship Course has been in existence seemingly since the beginning of time, an Old Tom Morris course. It is seaside, links layout, with the usual Scottish contours and pot bunkers. Many of the greens are diabolical, with the muffin-top feature that leads to back and forth and back and forth dismay. It is extremely well kept, interesting. I thought it to be similar in character and beauty to Kingsbarns, though with a much more extensive history.
Golf staff is helpful and friendly. We encountered none of the obnoxious staff snobbery sometimes seen at high-end clubs. The adjacent non-championship Struie course played by my colleagues, was reported to be easier and still quite fun. Also, the replay rate for that course was a modest 15 pounds.
Caddies were available on request and were very helpful, particularly the first time through. I think it would take 40 or 50 plays of this course to get a true feel for many of the nuances.
This place is out of the way , in the north of Scotland, but a worthy golf destination.
4. Glen Ord Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 493 reviews
Nestled on the outskirts of Muir of Ord, Glen Ord Distillery is one of the Highland's hidden treasures producing liquid gold all year round. With a welcome as warm as the whisky, you'll be sure to leave satisfied after experiencing the world-famous Scottish hospitality at this 5* visitor attraction. Open all year, Glen Ord offers a range of tours to suit everyone; from the whisky novice to the connoisseur.
Reviewed By MrsMDevon - Plymouth, United Kingdom
My husband went on the Glen Ord tour which 45 minutes long, it started with an exhibition in the visitor centre about the history of the distillery which was informative. He was then taken around the distillery which he was then shown the main parts of the distillery process but there was nothing new on the tour that you would get if you'd visited a different distillery for a tour. So there was nothing distinctive about the tour, he had previously been on the Dalwhinnie tour and this tour felt very similar as to be expected as they are both part of the same group. An explanation of how the casks are reconditioned was given which was new information for him. The tasting involved tasting 3 whiskies and taking home a dram glass.
5. Nairn Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 834 reviews
Reviewed By Linda B - Nairn, United Kingdom
Vast expanse of 2 Beaches. West beach has lots of rock pools (tide dependant) where you can search for crabs, starfish etc. East beach is beside the caravan park and has safe bathing and sand dunes to shelter from any wind. Playpark with paddling pool (free) for young children which is fenced off and has life guard in attendance. Tea rooms close by. Clean and mostly litter free, watch out for dogs though.
6. Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By v0yageur22 - Killingworth, CT
After a very pretty drive through the Highlands you come to the Knockan Crag Reserve that offers some wonderful views, a few short and relatively easy hikes, and some great and fascinating information about geological history uncovered there. This is a great place to stop.
7. Dolphin Trips Avoch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By glasg0w_lass - Glasgow, UK
Lady that serves you at the counter is very helpful and kind. They provide capes (to protect from sea spray) if required.
The boat itself was entirely fine for the trip but it's quite old. There are sufficient life jackets on the boat, however these are not put on as a precaution. In addition, although the captain tries to tell you about the area, it is very very difficult to hear him.
We saw 3 seals, gannets diving and one dolphin playing in front of a big ship.
The captain constantly tried to look for animals, scanning the surface and using binoculars. Once he spotted the dolphin in front of the ship, he put the boat into high speed so we could try and catch a glimpse.
8. The Highlanders' Museum (Queen's Own Highlanders Collection)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 418 reviews
The Highlanders Museum (Queen's Own Highlanders Collection) is situated within the the stunning grounds of Fort George, Nr Inverness, overlooking the Moray Firth. In the summer months the local dolphin school can be seen from the ramparts. The Museum covers three floors of Fort George's former Lieutenant Governors' House. The museum has roughly 20,000 artifacts and an estimated 10,000 documents and photographs. The museum is the largest regimental museum in Scotland, outside Edinburgh.
Reviewed By Rtistik - Ottawa
I am so happy I visited Fort George and the Highlander’s Museum in particular. An outstanding exhibit. The age and condition of the paintings and artifacts blew my mind. The history of this regiment is critically linked to the history of Scotland and of the...MoreWe are really please you enjoyed your visit. Did you manage to visit the Chapel? The Outlander clans, Mackenzie (Seaforth) and Fraser (Lovat Scouts) are part of our display.
9. Dunrobin Castle and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
This 189-room castle was home to the dukes of Sutherland for 800 years.
Reviewed By Larry B - Prince George, Canada
We were late in the year to truly appreciate the Gardens. The trophy rooms off to the north of the Gardens has one of the most intense collections of game trophies mixed with mementos of a different era. I was more fascinated with the architecture of this building than that of the castle. We debated spending the time sitting in the damp to watch the falcons fly but we were very glad we did. The falconer gives a great talk on birds of prey and the antics of his feathered menagerie is impressive. if they fly, don't miss it.
10. Brora Beach
Overall Ratings
5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Miriam M - Rotherham, England, United Kingdom
On holiday at the nearby caravan park. Walked across the golf course to access the beach. Stunning views. Sandy beach with shells. Dogs allowed and poop bins available. It had been very stormy before we arrived so washed up seaweed on the beach. (As seen in photo). Very quiet. Very windy. Further along the beach I understand seals can be seen but we didn't see any. As we went off season I don't know how busy it could get.
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