Top 5 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Nairn, Scotland

May 18, 2022 Phylicia Berquist

Thanks to its unique micro-climate, Nairn gets more hours of sunshine and less rainfall than other towns just a few miles away. Thankfully, this combination of abundant sun and no rain provide the perfect weather conditions for golf, as Nairn boasts two 18-hole championship courses. (And if you have time on your hands, there are 30 more courses within 60 miles.) Don't miss the town's jazz and film festivals, the latter of which was started by Nairn resident and actress Tilda Swinton (you'd know her if you saw her).
Restaurants in Nairn

1. Crafty Wee Birdie Gift Shop

115 High Street, Nairn IV12 4DB Scotland +44 1667 455897 http://www.craftyweebirdie.co.uk
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Crafty Wee Birdie Gift Shop

2. Cawdor Castle

Nairn IV12 5RD Scotland +44 1667 404401 http://www.cawdorcastle.com
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4.5 based on 1,326 reviews

Cawdor Castle

A romantic fairy-tale castle that has been the home of the Thanes of Cawdor since 1370, Cawdor has evolved into a charming family mansion and the most outstanding of stately homes. The dramatic medieval tower, dungeon, turrets, battlements and drawbridge, belie an enchanting interior of fine art, tapestries and furniture which create the warm and welcoming feel of a home rather than a museum. The castle, set in stunning grounds with three beautiful and varied gardens, is surrounded by the magnificent Cawdor Big Wood, one of the finest woodland areas in Europe, threaded with colour coded nature trails to explore. Visitors are invited to enjoy a delicious lunch or tea with home-baking from our mouth-watering menu in the courtyard café, then browse the exciting range of gifts and goodies in our three shops and, time permitting, have fun on the putting green and short 9-hole golf course which provides enjoyment for all abilities.

Reviewed By anitas697 - Huntly, United Kingdom

From the beautiful castle to the gorgeous gardens to the wonderful hospitality to the magical woodland walks to the exquisite maze to the thoughtful and quality consumer outlets to the engaged and courteous staff, this attraction has everything. It really is five star. You must visit.

3. Nairn Museum

Viewfield House King Street, Nairn IV12 4EE Scotland +44 1667 456791 http://www.nairnmuseum.co.uk
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4.5 based on 46 reviews

Nairn Museum

4. Nairn Wool Shop

6/6a Falconers Lane, Nairn IV12 4DS Scotland +44 1667 452423 [email protected] http://www.nairnwoolshop.com
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Nairn Wool Shop

Marie, along with son Adam, have run the shop for over eleven years and stock a wide range of wool, yarns, patterns and knitting and crochet accessories. There is an extensive haberdashery section including needles, bobbins, elastic, snap fasteners etc. and also DMC embroidery skeins and kits. We also stock felting supplies and quilting fabrics. Our current stockists include; Sirdar, Stylecraft, Woolcraft, Adriafil, Rico, West Yorkshire Spinners, James C Brett, Patchwork Promotions, Pony, Knit Pro etc. We look forward to see you and hope we can help

Reviewed By 27_evie - New Malden, United Kingdom

Amazing shop has a large range of wool types and colours. Shop owner Adam was happy to help with looking at patterns and finding the exact one i wanted. Having started crocheting recently, this shop was perfect to appreciate the range of projects and things that I can do with crochet.

5. Uncle Bobs Bar

1 High Street, Nairn IV12 4AG Scotland +44 1667 453064 http://unclebobsbar.co.uk
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

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