Highland Highlights
The Quality of the Highlands of Scotland
Things to Do in the North of Scotland.
Gardens, Castles and some Natural History, in the Northern Highlands
Gardens & Nurseries
| Gardens | The Highlands has a number of gardens open to the public. A listing and some descriptions are to be found at: www.gardens- scotland.co.uk |  |
| Nurseries | For a listing of Plant Nurseries in the Highlands please visit: www.gardens- scotland.co.uk/nurseries |  |
| Garden Tours | Tour public and private gardens in the company of an experienced gardener and plantsman. Day or Extended Tours are available. See:- www.gardens-scotland.co.uk/tours |  |
Castles
| Brodienr. Forres Moray | Now owned by the National Trust for Scotland this castle was the home of the Brodie clan. Its contents and grounds are an uplifting experience. |  |
| DunrobinGolspie Sutherland | This fairy-tale castle in a magical setting on the north west coast of the Moray Firth is a wonderful place to visit. Don’t miss the Falconry demonstrations! The page is on my gardening site and has some general information about visiting the castle. |  |
| CawdorNairn Nairnshire | Dating from the 14th Century this beautiful castle is steeped in history and legend. A wonderful example of the development of a castle through the ages. |  |
| Fort GeorgeArdersier Inverness-shire | Built to supress the Highlanders after Culloden, this fort is a superb example of Georgian military architecture. |  |
Natural History
| Dolphins | Dolphins are quite frequently to be seen in the Moray Firth near Inverness. |  |
| Red Kites | Coming soon. |