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Inverness B&B Accommodation
Capital of the Scottish Highlands
Inverness - the capital of the Highlands and Britain's newest city has road, rail and air connections to other parts of Scotland and the rest of Britain. Quiet in winter, in summer Inverness welcomes an influx of visitors from all over the world. Most of them come to see Loch Ness but spend some time in Inverness shopping, enjoying the floral displays around the town or wandering along the beautiful riverside. Walking along here visitors can explore the series of little islands in the river, interconnected by bridges. The Floral Hall surprises visitors with an amazing display of exotic cacti while families can enjoy the nearby Aquadome.
Inverness and the River NessFrom Inverness there are cruises on Loch Ness (with Jacobite) and boat trips on the Moray Firth to see the bottle-nosed dolphins, one of only two colonies in British coastal waters.
The road on the south-east side of Loch Ness is quiet with lovely views and forest walks. In spring the mossy banks along the roadside are covered in primroses.
Coming north again on the other side along the A82, brings you to Drumnadrochit, an attractive village with cafes and craft shops. Close to Drumnadrochit are the ruins of Urquhart Castle watching over Loch Ness and a vantage point for monster hunting. From Drumnadrochit westwards, the A831 road through Glen Urquhart passes the site of Corrimony ancient chambered cairns. It then leads to Cannich and the magnificent Glen Affric, well known as one of the loveliest glens in Scotland.
North of Inverness via the A9 to Tore roundabout, take the A862 to Contin where you can turn off up Strathconon, notable for its varied and beautiful scenery. Deer and eagles can sometimes be seen by the alert. Try watching for an eagle above the hillside on the right of the road just after you pass the small church.
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Between Nairn and Inverness is Cawdor Castle, mentioned, incorrectly, in Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' as home of King Duncan, but nevertheless a fascinating place to visit. A short drive further to the east is Brodie Castle. |
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Nearer to Inverness is Culloden Battlefield, site of the last battle on British soil, where Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Highland clans were defeated by the government troops and those on their side. The prehistoric Clava Cairns, believed to have been constructed about 4,000 years ago, are a short drive from the Battlefield.
B&Bs in Inverness include:
HIGHFIELD HOUSE
Margaret & Ken MacGruer
62 Old Edinburgh Road - Inverness IV2 3PG
Tel: 01463 238892 / Fax: 01463 238892
Email: info@highfieldhouseinverness.co.uk
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Situated in a quiet area, 10 minutes walk from the town centre, our family home offers quality Bed and Breakfast accommodation, a friendly atmosphere and warm Scottish hospitality. Private parking. Non smoking. Tasteful décor throughout. Ideal base for golf, fishing, walking or touring.
 Animal free house
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To make enquiries or bookings, please contact the proprietor direct via phone, fax or email as detailed on the relevant entry.
Accommodation nearby includes:
Nairn - Drumnadrochit - Beauly - Black Isle
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