Blackwood Croft

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. If you are viewing the page over a slow dial-up connection, please wait until the page has loaded fully before attempting to follow the links.

• Map of Strathcarron Area

  • a "zoomable" map of the area.

• Lochcarron and Strathcarron - 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.

  • Easyjet - the web's favourite airline

  • Rampant Scotland Airline Information - the one-stop website for information about all the flights in and out of Scotland

• 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.

  • The Potting Shed - in The Walled Garden at Applecross

  • 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

  • Strome Castle

    • just down the road from Lochcarron are the ruins of this 14th century castle which was blown up in 1603 during a clan feud.

  • 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.!

• 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 about the closest distillery to Strathcarron.

  • Glenmorangie Distillery

    • at Tain, just south of the Dornoch Firth

  • Dalmore Distillery

    • on the banks of the Cromarty Firth overlooking the Black Isle. Its malt whisky has a characteristic full flavour and body, and a long, lingering aftertaste. A classic Highland malt.

  • 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

  • Loch Long Pony Trails - near Dornie, by Kyle of Lochalsh

  • Portree Riding Stables - on the Isle of Skye

  • Skye Riding Centre - on the Isle of Skye

  • West Highland Heavy Horses - based at Armadale Castle, in the south of Skye

• 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!

  • The John Muir Trust

  • Balmacara Estate

  • Lochcarron Parrots!

• Website Design

  • for friendly help and advice on website design and promotion, contact James Mould.

To request information, please contact us.

Copyright © 2004/2013 [Kristine MacKenzie]. All rights reserved. Unless otherwise stated, all photos on this site are the property of James Mould.

Revised: 04 March 2013

Website Design by James Mould