Caithness and Sutherland Walking Festival

   
Home Travel Activities Accomodation Programme Contact Us
 
 

Download the latest edition of the

Northern Highlands Explorer

A celebration of outdoor activities in the far north of Scotland - walks with the Forestry Commission, RSPB, Caithness Field Club and local walking group, the Waybaggers. Come and enjoy the forests, coasts and mountains in the undiscovered north!


ACCOMMODATION
A wide selection of accommodation available. Whether you would like to rent a cottage, stay in a local hostel or caravan site, or whether you prefer a nice hotel, we have something for everyone. You can book direct with the accommodation providers.

SELF CATERING

Dunnet Head - accommodation in a renovated croft at the most northerly point of the UK mainland, superb views, archaeology, seal colony, activities, walks, tours, fishing. Tel: 01847 851774. www.dunnethead.iberacal.com Email: info@iberacal.com.

Balvallioch is a charming holiday cottage situated on the Strath of Kildonan, 6 miles from Helmsdale Village. The cottage is totally private and commands stunning views of the River Helmsdale. All services, bedroom and bathroom linen are included. For more information please contact Emma Reeves on 01933 311500 / 07778773599 or emmareeves@btinternet.com website www.suisgill.co.uk

Back to top

HOTELS

Station Hotel - The Station Hotel & Apartments, 54, Princes Street, Thurso, KW14 7DH. Small personally run 3 Star Hotel situated in the centre of Thurso, close to the harbour and shops. Secure off-street parking. Also fully equipped two bedroom apartments. On premises laundry and drying facilities. 01847 892003. www.stationthurso.co.uk.

Seaview Hotel, John o Groats, by Wick, Caithness, KW1 4YR. We cater for all types of guest, be they single travellers, families, holidaymakers or business visitors, all of whom are assured of our utmost attention and best service. Tel. 01955 611220, www.visitjohnogroats.com/seaview_hotel.htm, Email: seaviewhotel@barbox.net

St Clair Arms Hotel, Castletown, Caithness. KW14 8TP. Located centrally to explore all of Caithness, comfortable accommodation for groups, families and individuals. Great homecooking  with a warm welcome awaiting you. Laundry facilities available. Tel:01847 821656. Fax: 01847 821214.http://www.st-clair-arms-hotel.co.uk

Ben Loyal Hotel, Tongue, Sutherland - 3 star hotel. Outstanding views over the unspoiled Sutherland landscape. A perfect place from which to explore the northern Highlands. Tel: 01847 611216. www.benloyal.co.uk. Email: benloyalhotel@btinternet.com

BigHouse Lodge, by Melvich, Sutherland, KW4 7JY - 4 star accommodation with magnificent views, fishing, walking. A great place to stay. Tel/fax: 01641 531207, web site: www.bighouseestate.com Email: info@bighouseestate.com

Northern Sands Hotel, Dunnet, Caithness - family run hotel over looking Dunnet Bay, ideally suited for outdoor activities. Offering ensuite rooms with TV and full facilities. Excellent reputation for fine food using local produce. Tel: 01847 851270. www.northernsands.co.uk Email: northernsands@btinternet.com

Queens Hotel, 16 Francis Street, Wick, Caithness - 2 star hotel in the centre of historical Wick. A frendly welcome awaits you! Tel: 01955 602992. Email: petersutherland@btconnect.com.

Back to top

GUEST HOUSES & B&Bs

The Clachan, Royal Burgh of Wick - 4 star B&B, 4 star AA. . All rooms are en-suite with tea and coffee making facilities, colour T.V. and fully controllable central heating Tel: 01955 605384. www.theclachan.co.uk/ Email: enquiry@theclachan.co.uk

Pentland Lodge House, Granville Street, Thurso. 4 star rating. A wonderful listed building, located close to the town centre.  Our spacious rooms are furnished in contemporary style with high quality, modern facilities.  All rooms have power shower ensuite, King size double beds, flat screen TV and free internet connectivity.  We extend a warm welcome to all.   Telephone (01847) 895103 (or +44 1847 895103 from outside the UK). http://www.pentlandlodgehouse.co.uk Email: E-mail info@pentlandlodgehouse.co.uk

Inver Park House, Dunbeath, Caithness. A warm welcome awaits you at this family run B&B in a magnificent setting, 3 double ensuite rooms, conveniently situated adjacent to the A9 north of Dunbeath. Cyclists and walkers welcome. Tel. 01593 731441, fax 01593 731477, http://www.inver-caravan-park.co.uk. Email: rhonagwillim@yahoo.co.uk

Creag na Mara, East Mey, Thurso, Caithness, KW14 8XL - 3 star B&B and Conservatory Tea Room. situated on the main A836 between John o' Groats and Dunnet. Tel: 01847 851850, www.creagnamara.co.uk. Email: creagnamara@ukf.net

Caber Feidh Guest House, John o' Groats is a family run 14 bedroom guest house. 7 ensuite rooms. Tea and coffee in rooms. Centrally heated throughout. Just 10 minute walk to the Ferry fo Orkney with lovely views of the islands and only 30 minutes walk to Duncansby Head, the most North Easterly point of the UK mainland. A warm welcome always from your hosts - Eion and Christine. Tel. 01955 611219. www.caberfeidh-guest-house.co.uk

Back to top

HOSTELS

Sandra´s Backpackers - 24/26 Princes Street, Thurso, Caithness, Scotland. Eight Rooms - 38 Beds. All En-Suite. Disabled Facilities. Prices from £9 per bed per night. Tel/Fax: (01847) 894575. E-Mail: info@sandras-backpackers.co.uk http://www.sandras-backpackers.co.uk

CARAVANS & CAMPING

Inver Caravan Park, Dunbeath - 3 star campsite. Tents, motorhomes and caravans welcome. All facilities. Convenient location on A9. Open all year. Tel. 01593 731441, fax 01593 731477, http://www.inver-caravan-park.co.uk. Email: rhonagwillim@yahoo.co.uk

Wick Caravan and Camping Site is a friendly, family run site over looking Wick River. As the site is surrounded by trees it is one of the most sheltered Sites in Caithness. It is also only a five minute walk from the town centre. To book a pitch tel 01955 605420 or e-mail: wickcaravansite@aol.com.

The Caravan Club - As Europe's premier touring organisation, The Caravan Club represents the interests of over 900,000 caravanners. It operates the largest privately-owned network of quality Sites in the UK, and offers members a choice of 3,000 Caravan Club-badged locations, including a sites at Dunnet Bay and Altnaharra.

For more information visit our website at www.caravanclub.co.uk, or call 01342 326944.

Back to top

© Copyright 2008; Website Design by Hogtronix - the SEO Specialist

Caledonian Iberian ConeXions S.L.

Walking Holidays
Accommodation
Tours
Travel guides

http://www.iberacal.com

Email: info@iberacal.com
Tel: 0845 450 4486