Fearn Peninsula
As the A9 travels north towards Tain it turns east towards the Fearn Peninsula before thinking better of it...
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Fife
A finger of land jutting into the icy North Sea, Fife was home to the kings of Scotland for over 500 years. Our travel guide to Fife, including information about the place, hotels, places to visit and what to see and do.
Fowlis Wester Cross
Old Pictish cross slab that has been removed to the church and replaced with a replica. Sweet village and good walking.
Inchnadamph
Small village on the road North. Starting point for an ascent of Ben More or a quick stop to see the lonely Ardvreck Castle.
Maeshowe or Maes Howe
Maeshowe is a Neolithic chambered cairn and passage grave situated on Mainland. It was probably built in around 2800 BC. It gives its name to the Maeshowe type of chambered cairn, which is only found in Orkney.
Mauchline Castle
Mauchline Castle, was built in the 1400s as a monastic residence for Melrose Abbey. Robert Burns is believed to have married Jean Armour in the castles dining room.
Monkredding House
Privately owned house near Kilwinning previously associated with abbey of Kilwinning
Preston Tower
Large and somewhat foreboding tower near Prestonpans. In care of council and can be viewed from its gardens. Said to be haunted.
Fetlar Interpretative Centre
Local museum for Fetlar and small Shetland islands.
Fortingall Stone Circles
A set of three stone circles near the famous church yard at Fortingall at the head of Glen Lyon.
Ghillie Dhu
Ghillie Dhu is a Grade 1 listed church turned traditional Scottish pub and live entertainment venue serving local grub, ales and premium spirits as well as showcasing the best local acts. It is open from noon each day til 3am every night.
Kilwinning
Small town in North Ayrshire, sometimes called the cross of Ayrshire.
Mauchline
The small village of Mauchline is situated 8 miles southeast of Kilmarnock on the A76. It is much associated with Robert Burns who lived and was wed here.
Moirlanich Longhouse
Visit this perfectly preserved cruck frame cottage and get a glimpse of Scottish village life in the 19th century. 2 miles north of Killin
Montgreenan Castle
Site of old castle, possibly large one, but little remains except walling. Was belived to have been a Bishops Palace which another name for the castle