Waterside Apartment, Lochcarron

For Self Catering Holidays in Wester Ross

Below is a collapsible list of links to sites which may be of interest. Click on each heading to see more information and to access the link.

Map of Lochcarron Area

a "zoomable" map of the area.

Lochcarron - General Information

for news and information about the area, click here for list:-

Hans Zell's collection of Lochcarron and Wester Ross links

Alex Ingram

Lochcarron Directory

Air Travel Information

	Highlands & Islands Airports Limited - operating 10 airports throughout the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
	Eastern Airways - now operating flights to Inverness direct from Birmingham and Manchester.
	British Airways - with flights available to Inverness Airport.
	Easyjet - the web's favourite airline

Railway Information

Scotrail

for rail travel information.

Kyle of Lochalsh Railway

for information about the spectacular railway line from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh.

Applecross

	The Applecross Inn - renowned for its superb seafood.
	Applecross Heritage Centre
	Shards Stained Glass at Arrina on the Applecross coast road, about 10 miles from Shieldaig and 15 miles from Applecross. Manufacturers and suppliers of a unique and unusual range of stained glass suncatchers.

Torridon

a neighbouring area to Lochcarron with spectacular mountain scenery. Very attractive to walkers and climbers.

Walking & Climbing

ScotWays

the Scottish Rights of Way and Access Society - promoting the interests of those who enjoy walking in Scotland. Safeguarding public access in Scotland since 1845.

The Mountaineering Council of Scotland

the representative body for climbers, walkers, mountaineers and cross-country skiers who enjoy Scottish mountains

Great Glen Way

a new 73-mile walking route from Fort William to Inverness

MountainVision

for mountaineering, walking, and climbing courses in the North West Highlands.

Castles & Places of Historical Interest

Brodie Castle

16th century fortified home - formerly the home of the Brodie of Brodie - now a Scottish National Trust property.

Cawdor Castle

14th century castle, linked with MacBeth by Shakespeare.

Eilean Donan Castle

the famous castle on Loch Duich which used to feature in the "balloon" sequences on BBC television.

Urquhart Castle

an imposing castle on the shores of Loch Ness.

Culloden Battlefield

site of the last major battle fought on British soil

Fort George

massive and impressive fort built in the 1760's and still in use as a barracks today

Other Places of Interest

Inverewe Gardens

despite being on a latitude more northerly than Moscow, these gardens are home to exotic plants from all over the world, courtesy of the warm currents of the Gulf Stream.

The Hydroponicum

at Achiltibuie, north west of Ullapool. The premier centre for the demonstration of soil-less growing in the UK.

Shards Stained Glass

at Arrina on the Applecross coast road, about 10 miles from Shieldaig and 15 miles from Applecross. Manufacturers and suppliers of a unique and unusual range of stained glass suncatchers.

Highland Museum of Childhood

located in the Old Station at Strathpeffer

Eden Court Theatre

for mainstream theatre productions in Inverness.

Inverness Aquadome

an all-round water experience for all - from serious swimmers to those wishing to relax in the poolside spa.

Moniack Castle & Winery

for country wines and liqueurs

Loch Ness

all about the loch, the monster, etc.!

Jacobite Cruises

cruises on Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal

Rockvilla Hotel & Restaurant

for excellent bar meals and "Taste of Scotland" recommended restaurant, with real ales regularly served in the lounge bar. Located in the Main Street of Lochcarron.

Taste of Scotland

The guide to the best places to eat and stay in Scotland

Whisky Distilleries & Whisky Information

Glen Ord Distillery

at Muir of Ord, just a short distance away from our house.

Glenmorangie Distillery

at Tain, just south of the Dornoch Firth

Dalmore Distillery

on the banks of the Cromarty Firth overlooking the Black Isle

Talisker Distillery

the only distillery on Skye, produces the famous single malt, and is open to visitors.

ScotchWhisky.Net

general information about uisge-beatha, the water of life.

Malts.Com

information about Scotland's finest Single Malt Whiskies.

Scottish Real Ale

there are now several Highland breweries catering for those who enjoy a pint of real ale. Click here for list:-

Isle of Skye Brewery

Black Isle Brewery

Orkney Brewery

Atlas Brewery, Kinlochleven

Isle of Arran Brewery

Bridge of Allan Brewery

Aviemore Brewery

Houston Brewery

Mountain Walking and Climbing Courses

MountainVision for mountaineering, walking, and climbing courses in the North West Highlands.

Lochcarron Golf Club

our local 9-hole golf course situated just outside the village; has superb views; open to visitors.

Riding & Pony Trekking

	Portree Riding Stables
	Skye Riding Centre
	West Highland Heavy Horses - based at Armadale Castle

Wildlife & Wild Places Conservation

RSPB

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds

NTS

National Trust for Scotland

Dolphin Trips Avoch

a wildlife trip with a difference!

Dolphin Ecosse

dolphin and wildlife watching cruises

The John Muir Trust

Lochcarron Parrots!

Accommodation on Mull

Hart of Mull Holidays, Salen, Isle of Mull

Website Design

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Geoff & Kate Ellis, Ailsa House, Main Street, Lochcarron, Strathcarron, IV54 8YD. Tel:- +44 (0)1520 722424 or +44 (0)1520 722303

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Revised: 30 January, 2007

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