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Top 10 Lighthouses in Scotland, United Kingdom
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1. Buchan Ness Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By juliecK5375AF - Birmingham, United Kingdom
We loved our recent short break at Buchan Ness lighthouse's Skerry Cottage. We enjoyed the isolation, the atmosphere and the history of this special place. It gave an insight into what life would've been like for the keepers and their families. It was well equipped with exceptional views. We walked around the outside of the walls and saw seals and all manner if seabirds. The open fire was wonderful too and added to the whole experience. The only thing that we had a problem with, was the DVD player as we purposely bought our DVD of The Fog to watch, but it wouldn't work. We would like to return in the future. Thank you Sheila.
2. Scurdie Ness
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By BrianDakers - Arbroath, United Kingdom
I always love a walk along to Ferryden Lighthouse the Scenery is fantastic and worth spending half and hour or more taking photographs.
3. Museum of Scottish Lighthouses
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 424 reviews
The Museum of Scottish Lighthouses tells the story of the Northern Lighthouse Board from its creation in 1786 to its operation in the present day. A visit includes entry to the main Museum building which patrons can browse at their, but included in the ticket price is a tour of Kinnaird Head Lighthouse - the Northern Lighthouse Boards first light. The Museum has an on-site cafe and free parking facilities. Fraserburgh Visitor Information Centre is also contained within the site.
Reviewed By JMacG98
Myself and my wife visited the museum of 14th November, travelled from Aberdeen and it was well worth the visit. My wife has an affinity for lighthouses, from her own personal experiences and this was the first time either of us had actually been in or near a lighthouse never mind a number of them. The tour was insightful, with the tour guide being incredibly knowledgeable about the grounds, the lighthouses and its history. The entire exhibition from the lighthouses themselves to the museum was incredibly well kept and displayed, and the way in which it was presented gave you such a great perspective on what kind of life lighthouse keepers used to live, which from today's point of view can only make you appreciate more the choices we have and are allowed to make about our working lives, what we do with them and how far we've came in terms of being able to strike a work/life balance that works for us. The museum took us back to a time long since lost, of days gone by which are very rarely every appreciated these days. Wonderful from start to finish and will go back again to see inside the main lighthouse when it is safe to do so.
4. Butt of Lewis Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 483 reviews
Reviewed By PatriciaBremner - Gryon, Switzerland
This was a spectacular visit and well worth the drive to reach it. The coastline is amazing and full of bird life and the cliffs and rocks are breathtaking. If traveling with children it is worth noting that this is a dangerous location and children should not be allowed to run around unsupervised because of the easy access to cliff tops and steep falls.
5. Start Point Lighthouse
6. Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 437 reviews
The Mull of Galloway is Scotland's most Southerly Point and an unspoiled paradise for visitors seeking peace and tranquility. We hope you will enjoy your visit and discover for yourself the beautiful countryside, beaches, splendid views and warm climate. Climb Scotland's most southerly Lighthouse, visit our Exhibition of Lighthouse History, RSPB reserve and visitor centre and Gallie Craig coffee house. Visit our website for seasonal opening times and to plan your visit. We have regular Engine and Foghorn demonstrations, check our website for details. Group bookings are welcome by arrangement. Our vintage Engines and Foghorn are now fully refurbished and are running again after 30 years. Our three former Lighthouse Keepers Cottages are available for holidays throughout the year. Pets are welcome. The cottages can be booked individually or as a group - we can accommodate up to 16 guests plus infants. The Mull of Galloway is an authorised location for weddings, see our website.
Reviewed By dalglish07 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Spent most of the day here, lovely drive from Stoneykirk. Weather was perfect as were the views. Sat and relaxed for most of the day well worth a visit, as was the on site eatery ( see separate review
7. Ardnamurchan Point and Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 310 reviews
Reviewed By Ideas79
Famous in being most westerly but the spot of the lighthouse and cafe are brilliant with amazing views across the islands. The cafe didn't really so lunch (no soup etc) which was a shame but we survivied on crisps and cake! Well worth the drive out there to see even though the vistor centre was shut. - there is an amazing fog horn!
8. Holburn Head Lighthouse
9. North Ronaldsay Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Tours of Tallest Lighthouse in the UK, as well as tours of the small wool mill that processes the local sheep fleeces
Reviewed By X376OGjillb
What a great place to visit. The views from the top were quite amazing across this beautiful island with the added bonus of having the quite charming former lighthouse keeper as our personal tour guide.
10. Turnberry Light House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By toko_1965 - Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
A must Vista when in the area. A .6 mile walk from parking the car. Through Europe's largest golf course. The light house is 5 star with a great cafe with wonderful staff. Took care of our 2 dogs and it was a pleasure talking to them. While sipping our coffee we could see the golfers busy putting away. Don't miss ....
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