Location: Newtonmore
Top Things to do in Newtonmore
Top 5 Free Things to do in Newtonmore, Scotland
Newtonmore (Scottish Gaelic: Baile Ùr an t-Slèibh pronounced [ˈb̊alɪ uːr ən tlɛː] ) is a village in the Highland council area of Scotland. It has a population of about 1650. The village is only a few miles from a location that is claimed to be the exact geographical centre of Scotland. Newtonmore railway station is managed by Abellio ScotRail and is on the Highland Main Line. Newtonmore has been bypassed by the A9 since 1979.
Restaurants in Newtonmore
1. Highland Folk Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,183 reviews
Discover how Highland people lived, worked and played at this award-winning museum. Experience life portrayed from the early 1700s to the mid 1900s. Find the difference between a “cruck” and a “croman”, smell the “reek” of a peat fire, relive early school days and life on the farm, or just enjoy a “blether” and reminisce with our friendly staff. Extensive play area, shops, café, and picnic sites throughout grounds. A great family day out for all ages. Free admissionOpen Easter to end of October – 3 to 6 hour visit recommended
Reviewed By mickhilton - Kinloss, United Kingdom
Easy to find, close to the A9. There is plenty of flat, level parking, which is free. Entry is also free, though a donation is requested to help with running costs. You can get a guide book (£5) which contains an excellent map and detailed information on each part of the exhibit. There is a cafe, gift shop and rest rooms right by the entrance/exit. The whole place is wheelchair accessible. The exhibits are very interesting and well laid out, though tall people may have to duck on entering the "black house" and other things unless they like getting a concussion. Folk have grown a little since it was originally built. The food was very good, though I think the gift shop might be a touch pricey for some. Staff throughout are excellent, and even young children will enjoy it. Especially the sweet shop, so take lots of cash for that bit. I took a small party of visually impaired folk from Scottish War Blinded and they all loved it, and were able to access everything. A very good trip out.
2. Clan Macpherson Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Clan Macpherson House and Museum displays historical items from Clan Macpherson and Scottish history. Open April 1-October 31.
3. Ruthven Barracks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By hannahp788
A great place to let off steam with dogs/kids and explore the ruins, with a short walk to the top. Good views and interesting history with boards to read. Ideal for a short stop as you go past.
4. Harris Tweed Shop
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
Genuine Harris Tweed Cloth by the metre. Beautiful finished clothing. Traditional jackets, suits, Waistcoats, plus fours and Custom Made clothing for men with beautiful tailored Jackets and Coats for Ladies. A full range of accessories form handbags and travelbags to wallets, purses and gloves. Quality fully jointed Bears and Rabbits. Cushions, Lamps, Clocks and Stylish Stools covered in Harris Tweed.
5. Pattack Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By BarbaraRiekwel - Coatbridge, United Kingdom
Lovely waterfalls. Really short walk from the care park which takes you to a viewing platform. From there on you can walk further along the path and go for the wood walk but we just had a quick stop here. Really nice and glad we visited. The A889 was shut (coming from the South towards Aviemore) so we took the wee single road track through Glentruim which is definitely recommended.
