Places to visit from Applecross

An Applecross sunset

Most visitors are totally captivated by the scenic beauty of the Peninsula and have no wish to leave.

However, others prefer an occasional change of scenery and this section of the site gives details of other places to visit with distances from Shore Street, Applecross.

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    • Attadale Gardens
      Attadale Gardens and Woodland Walk

      24 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Warmed by the Gulf Stream, and sheltered by the hill and steep cliffs, the gardens and winding woodland paths were started by Baron Schroder with rhododendrons, azaleas and specimen trees.

      More old paths have been revealed during the last two decades and the water garden has been planted with candelabra primulas, iris, giant gunnera and bamboo.

      The old sunken garden, vegetable and herb gardens have been restored, and over two thousand trees and unusual shrubs have been planted.

      Tel: 01520 722603

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    • Lochalsh Garden
      Lochalsh Woodland Garden

      38 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The garden provides pleasant walks beside the loch. Mature Scots pine, oaks and beeches with developing collections of bamboo, ferns, fuchsias, hydrangeas and rhododendrons give the garden its attractive diversity.

      Further details from the National Trust for Scotland.

      Tel: 0131 458 0200

       

    • Armadale Gardens
      Armadale Castle and Gardens - Isle of Skye

      63 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Clan Donald Visitor Centre based around Armadale Castle, hosts the Museum of the Isles, an exhibition, a video-show and Highland Ancestral Research.

      There is a restaurant and gift shop at the centre.

      The restored 19th century woodland gardens have extensive walks.

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    • Inverewe Garden
      Inverewe Garden

      74 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Enjoy the outstanding plant collections from all four corners of the world, including spectacular rhododendrons, azaleas, trees and shrubs in this extensive garden.

      The garden enjoys a stunning location on the shores of Loch Ewe and benefits from the North Atlantic Drift. It provides an inspirational, peaceful and rewarding experience for all visitors.

      There is a visitor centre, shop, plant sales and licensed restaurant.

      Tel: 0131 458 0200

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    • Eilean Donan Castle
      Eilean Donan Castle - Dornie

      39 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      This castle, one of the most photographed castles in the Highlands, dates from the 12th century, and is linked to the mainland by a causeway. It was blown up in 1719 for the part it played in the Jacobite cause, and was reconstructed between 1912 and 1932.

      Tel: 01599 555202

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    • Armadale Castle
      Armadale Castle and Gardens - Isle of Skye

      63 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Clan Donald Visitor Centre based around Armadale Castle, hosts the Museum of the Isles, an exhibition, a video-show and Highland Ancestral Research.

      There is a restaurant and gift shop at the centre.

      The restored 19th century woodland gardens have extensive walks.

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    • Dunvegan Castle
      Dunvegan Castle - Isle of Skye

      89 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The castle is said to be the oldest inhabited castle in Northern Scotland, having been occupied by the Chiefs of MacLeod continuously, for over seven centuries and still remains today the Ancestrial home of the present Chief.

      The castle and gardens remain open all year round.

      Tel: 01470 521206

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    • Strome Castle
      Strome Castle - Strome

      21 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Strome Castle was built in the 1400's in a strategically important position, guarding the north side of the narrows near the mouth of Loch Carron. There was once a ferry crossing here but it was withdrawn when the road along the southern shore of Loch Carron was completed. The castle is now in ruins.

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    • Seal Trips
      Seal Trips - Plockton

      36 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Boats leave regularly from the picturesque village of Plockton, where much of the TV series 'Hamish MacBeth' was filmed, to see the seals. There are also regular otter sightings.

      Tel: 01599 544306

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    • Seaprobe Atlantis
      Seaprobe Atlantis - Kyleakin - Isle of Skye

      43 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Seaprobe Atlantis with its unique underwater viewing gallery is your window to an underwater world filled with mystery and wonder.

      See the amazing World War II shipwreck, the HMS Port Napier - lying just off Kyle of Lochalsh. Explore Scotland's kelp forests, equal in beauty and sheer diversity to any coral reef.   Marvel at fish, starfish, urchins, seals, crabs, anemones and more!

      Although the trips start from Kyleakin, the ticket office is in Kyle of Lochalsh.

      Tel: 0800 980 4846

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    • Bella Jane
      Bella Jane Boat Trips - Elgol, Isle of Skye

      64 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Bella Jane takes you to Loch Coruisk and the seals in the heart of the Cuillin mountains of Skye.

      The trip has been voted 'The most enjoyable visitor attraction in Skye and Lochalsh'.

      Trips are also available to the Small Isles.

      Telephone bookings are essential.

      Tel: 0800 731 3089

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    • Gairloch Museum
      Gairloch Heritage Museum

      57 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      At Gairloch Museum, you can explore the cultural heritage of a unique area of the Highlands. Visitors will experience 7,000 years of local history, from evidence of Gairloch's earliest settlers to the twentieth century engineering marvels of the Rubh Re lighthouse lens.

      Children will delight in the working models, quizzes and hands on activities. Researchers will find the archives and library invaluable.

      Tel: 01445 712287

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    • Kyle Swimming Pool
      Lochalsh Leisure - Swimming Pool & Health and Fitness Suite

      41 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The centre provides the following facilities :-
      Indoor heated swimming pool - Spa Bath - Sauna - Steam Room - Fitness Suite - Free Weights Room.

      Tel: 01599 534848

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    • Gairloch Trekking Centre
      Gairloch Trekking Centre

      63 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Pony trekking on the beautiful Red Point beaches in the Western Highlands.

      Tel: 01445 741743

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    • Skye Treking Centre
      The Isle of Skye Treking Centre

      85 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Take a trip to Skye and experience the rugged beauty of the Island from horseback.

      Be carried away for an hour or two through mountain springs and heathery glens whilst taking in the spectacular Cuillin mountains or perhaps gazing across the sea to the Outer Hebrides.

      Horses and ponies are available to suit everyone. No experience necessary for beginner's rides.

      Tel: 01470 582419

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    • Mountain bike hire
      Mountain bike hire at The Torridon

      31 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Torridon has a range of bikes for all ages with a baby seat available. Equipment includes bike, helmet, spare inner tube and pump. Instruction is available on request.

      Tel: 01445 791242

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    • Archery - Torridon
      Archery at The Torridon

      31 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Archery sessions are available under the guidance of fully qualified instructors. The sessions are suitable for both beginners and those who are more experienced.

      Tel: 01445 791242

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    • Clay Pigeon Shooting
      Clay Pigeon Shooting at the Torridon

      31 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      There are three traps that give multiple shooting options so everyone from the beginner to the expert can enjoy their shoot. Gun, cartridges, ear protection, eye protection and clays are provided.

      Tel: 01445 791242

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    • Kayak & Boat Tours
      Kayak and Boat Tours at Shieldaig

      20 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Shieldaig Outdoor Adventures provide guided kayak and boat tours around Shieldaig. They also provide guided mountain walks.

      Tel: 01520 755369

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    • Kishorn Seafood Bar
      Kishorn Seafood Bar - Kishorn

      13 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Kishorn Seafood Bar serves locally sourced seafood in a coastal setting.

      Tel: 01520 733 240

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    • The Bealach Cafe
      The Bealach Cafe and Gallery

      12 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Bealach Cafe is situated in Tornapress at the start of the Bealach nam Bo. It serves meals and snacks with views of the Bealach. There is a gallery within the cafe which shows a wide range of original work from artists and craft makers from across Scotland.

      Tel: 01520 733436

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    • Stovold's
      Stovold's - Shieldaig

      20 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Nanny's is a Cafe/Restaurant in Shieldaig which serves locally sourced food

      Tel: 01520 755787

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    • Coastal Kitchen
      Coastal Kitchen - Shieldaig

      21 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Coastal Kitchen is attached to the Tigh an Eilean Hotel in Shieldaig.

      Tel: 01520 755251

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    • The Torridon Inn
      The Torridon Inn

      26 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The Inn is located adjacent to the luxurious Torridon Hotel and serves traditional pub food.

      Tel: 01445 791 242

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    • Kyle Railway Line
      Kyle Railway Line - Strathcarron Station

      24 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Take a journey on the Kyle Line which is one of the world's most scenic rail journeys.  It goes from Inverness on the east coast of Scotland through to Kyle of Lochalsh on the west.

      The views from the window are worth the fare alone but no matter where you are along its 80 miles, historic Scotland is only a few metres away.

      The terminus is at Kyle of Lochalsh.

      The nearest connecting station from Applecross is Strathcarron.

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    • Lochcarron Weavers
      Lochcarron Weavers

      20 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      The story of weaving in Lochcarron started in 1938 when Mr Wood came from Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders, home of the company to teach the art of weaving to the people of Lochcarron.  With him came Mrs Buchanan who managed the new workplace.

      Local wool spun by the women of Lochcarron and the surrounding parishes was used in the making of tweeds, white blankets and rugs.

      In 1949 the first length of tartan was woven. Since then, the weaving of tartan has grown steadily and today, Lochcarron Weavers manufacture the world's largest range of tartans.

      Weaving demonstrations are given throughout the year.

      The Mill Shop provides a superb range of knitwear, tartan and tweeds, cashmere, lambs wool and mohair products. Made-to-measure Highland dresswear is a speciality.

      Tel: 01520 722212

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    • Beinn Eighe Reserve
      Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve

      39 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Beinn Eighe is Britain's oldest National Nature Reserve having been established in 1951 primarily to protect the ancient pinewood west of Kinlochewe. The reserve embraces a vast area of 48 square kilometres stretching from lochside to mountain top.

      For visitors who wish to learn more about Beinn Eighe, there is a visitor centre near Kinlochewe. There are self guiding woodland and mountain trails which start beside the A832 Kinlochewe to Gairloch road.

      Tel: 01463 701660

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    • Skye Serpentarium
      Skye Serpentarium - Broadford, Isle of Skye

      50 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Enjoy watching a world of snakes, lizards, frogs and tortoises in bright natural surroundings.

      See and touch reptile eggs, baby snakes, shed snake skins etc.

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    • Kylerhea Otter Haven
      Kylerhea Otter Haven

      58 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      An opportunity to share in the world of the otter. From the hide you may see the otters swimming or climbing on to the rocks.

      Take the Skye Bridge for the outward journey and for the return journey fom Kylerhea, take the ferry to Glenelg. The ferry was originally the main ferry route to and from Skye and is now the preferred crossing for the discerning traveller.

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      Tel: 01599 522700

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    • Glenelg
      Glenelg

      55 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      Glenelg, which lies on the old drover's route from Skye is reached by the old military road from Shiel Bridge.

      The ferry route from Glenelg to Kylerhea on Skye is the original route to and from the island and gives access to the Kylerhea Otter Haven.

      Near Glenelg are sited Dun Troddan and Dun Telve, two of the best preserved Pictish Broch Towers in Scotland. Their dry stone walls and intricate mural galleries are a testament to the skill of their builders of 2000 years ago.

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    • Talisker Distillery
      Talisker Distillery - Isle of Skye

      74 miles from Shore Street, Applecross.

      A warm welcome awaits you at Talisker, the only distillery on the Isle of Skye.

      The distillery is beautifully situated on the shore of a remote sea loch on the west of the island.

      Enjoy a complimentary dram before your distillery tour.

      Open throughout most of the year.

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