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Attractions Around Inverness.
All the
attractions listed below can be reached within 20 to 30 mins car
journey from the centre of Inverness.
 Culloden Battlefield (NTS).
The battle lines have been redrawn at the new Culloden
battlefield experience. With the Site restored as closely as
possible to that seen on that fateful day in April 1746,
Culloden now boasts a new visitor centre and exciting
interactive exhibition. Follow characters who were actually
involved in the battle in the exhibition, experience the true
horror of the battle in the 360 immersive film,
take a battlefield tour, and watch the daily Living History
presentations. Battlefield Visitor centre, Exhibition, Licensed
restaurant, Shop, 4 Feb to 21 Mar, daily 10-4; 21 Mar to 31 Oct,
daily 9-6; 1 Nov to 31 Dec, daily 10-4 (closed 24/25/26 Dec).
Site: Open all year daily. On B9006, 5miles east of
Inverness.
Tel: 0844 493 2159.
www.nts.org.uk
 Moniack
Castle c1580 The Fraser family maintains the centuries old
tradition of winemaking from wildflowers, fruits & tree sap,
producing 9 country wines & liqueurs and 22 marmalades, sauces &
preserves. Guided tours of the fermenting room, bottling,
cellars & the kitchen. Watch an audio visual presentation on
harvesting & wine making. Open Summer Mon to Sat, 10 to
5pm (winter 11 to 4pm Mon to Fri.)
7 mls W. of Inverness on A862 Beauly Rd. IV5 7PQ
Tel:01463 831283
www.moniackcastle.co.uk
The Dalmore
Distillery, Alness, Established in 1839, The Dalmore
Distillery sits on the shores of the Cromarty Firth. Do not miss
out on this truly unique opportunity to experience the
dedication and craftsmanship that goes into every bottle of our
famous malt whisky. Visitor Centre Open Mon – Fri , Mar – Oct
11.00am – 5.00pm and Nov – Feb ,11.00am – 3.00pm. IV17 0UT
Tel: 01349 882362 to book your tour.
http://www.thedalmore.com/
 Cruise
Liners - Every summer, from May to September some fifty
cruise liners call into the sheltered deep water Port of Invergordon on the beautiful Cromarty Firth.
Often referred to as ‘the best natural harbour in Europe’.
Situated in Invergordon, IV.18 OHD. To check cruise liner
details
Tel: 01349 852308 or go to
www.cfpa.co.uk
 Hugh
Miller Museum & Birthplace Cottage a new museum presents
Hugh Miller’s many talents, including stonemason, geologist,
writer, editor & church reformer through a variety of
exhibitions. The 17thC thatched cottage where Hugh was born in
1802, has an audio tour which tells of its history. Open
1st April to 30th September, daily 1pm to 5pm,1st to 31st Oct,
Sunday to Wednesday 1pm to 5pm.(Advisable to check opening
times) Tel: 0844 493 2158 Church St Cromarty IV.11 8XA
www.nts.org
Munlochy Clootie Well. A healing well
was dedicated to St Boniface (or Curidan). There is said to have
once been a chapel on the site. To have your wish granted, you must spill some water
three times on the ground, tie a rag torn from your clothes on a
nearby tree, make the sign of the cross and then drink from the
well. Tradition states that anyone removing a rag will succumb
to the misfortunes of the original owner. Situated on the A832,
east of Tore, beside the road.
 Cromarty
Courthouse Museum Discover Cromarty’s 18th century
Courthouse, where 7 centuries of history is brought to life with
21stC technology. See the prison cells & a 1770’s trial in the
courtroom; meet the eccentric Sir Thomas Urquhart & find out
about the unspoiled 18thC seaport - from where many Highlanders’
emigration journeys started. Go on a digital audio tour of the
old lanes of Cromarty. Discounts available for NTS members and
Groups.
Open 7 days, April to October 10am to 5pm.
Tel: 01381 600418
www.cromarty-courthouse.org.uk
Cromarty - Step back in
time and discover this perfect example of an 18th century
seaport. The Harbour built by John Smeaton dates back to 1784
and Forsyth House to 1772. Discover the lanes & vennels of
Fishertown, the East Church and St. Regulus graveyard. (The
local children call it the Pirates Graveyard). Many other
fascinating sites. An Audio Town Tour can be obtained from the
Cromarty Court House.
Wardlaw Mausoleum Built in 1634, this is the burial place of at least four Lovat
or Fraser clan chiefs. This commanding site overlooking the
mouth of the River Beauly was once the site of the ancient Lovat
Castle. The mausoleum was built onto the eastern gable of the
old Church of Wardlaw, dating from 1220 AD. To obtain key for
entry from Pilgrim Cottage or Rochelle, the house adjacent to
the Mausoleum.
Signposted off A862 the village of Kirkhilll go
round cemetary to park.
http://her.highland.gov.uk/SingleResult.aspx?uid='MHG3337'
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