Strathpeffer

The village of Strathpeffer is beautifully located in the picturesque Ross and Cromarty area of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. This region of spectacular landscapes is home to some of the oldest rock formations in Europe that date from the Cambrian and Precambrian age. Strathpeffer is a former spa town that some say, resembles a Bavarian mountain resort and experiences a more temperate climate; it lies in a glen from 200 to 400 feet above sea level that is sheltered on the west and north. Strathpeffer experienced its greatest growth and development with the 18^th century discovery of sulphurous springs that were later declared the healthiest in Britain. The visitors flocked to Strathpeffer and a railway was built just to satisfy demand and to service the spa. The original Spa Pavilion today serves as a function venue and the trains no longer come; although the Victorian railway station still stands. The Old Railway Station is home to the Highland Museum of Childhood, offering a fascinating insight into childhood in the Highlands of Scotland.

Strathpeffer offers ample amenities for the visitor and a huge choice of activities to enjoy in the surrounding are, including golf, fishing and scenic walks. The nearby Loch Kinellan is a wonderful place for walks and to experience the diverse wildlife, flora and fauna of the area. The loch has been witness to key historic moments and contains the crannog that was a hunting seat of the Earls of Ross until the late medieval period. The crannog is said to have been visited by Robert The Bruce during his reign and is where Kenneth MacKenzie left from to meet the MacDonalds.