Why come to Ardnamurchan??Scotland has been described as the adventure capital of Europe with its beautiful and varied environments offering world-class wilderness. Ardnamurchan is the most westerly point of the British mainland and its remote and rugged landscape offers excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting. Otters, deer, pine martens, sea eagles, seals, whales and dolphins can all be seen with a little patience. Beautiful white sandy beaches, long or short walking trails, boat hire for fishing/wildlife spotting trips, mountain biking trails – you can be as active or relaxed as you like. The weather is full of surprises in western Scotland – generally changeable whatever time of year but with appropriate clothing the outdoors can be enjoyed at all times. In winter the roads are only very rarely snowbound and never for long. The Scottish landscape can be especially beautiful in the winter months with the mountains snow capped against a blue sky and the roads have little traffic. This area truly is a last frontier and just a short ferry ride from the rest of the world at Corran (A82). Look out for porpoises when you are on the ferry. Although remote, Ardnamurchan is less than 3 hours drive from Glasgow or Inverness. Ardnamurchan - Travelling DirectionsBy road: From Inverness, take A82 southwest towards Fort William and then Glasgow. 8 miles after Fort William, take the ferry from Corran to Ardgour ( ferry runs quarter to and quarter past the hour and takes 5 mins). Turn left off ferry and head to Strontian on A861. Continue on A861 and Tigh an Uillt is at Ardnastang, 1.5 miles west of Strontian. After 1.5miles, turn right on bridge after red post box. Tigh an Uillt is the second house on the right. Nearest airport is either Inverness or Glasgow. Both 2-3 hours drive. Nearest railway station is Fort William. Daily bus service from Fort William via Corran Ferry to Ardnastang (Shiel Buses). To view location type “Ardnastang” into search box on Google Maps Wildlife With a little patience it is still fairly easy to spot a variety of wildlife around Ardnamurchan. Deer roam freely and can be easily spotted on an early morning walk or drive. Pine martens, otters, seals and eagles can be seen close-by. There is a wildlife hide 3 miles away at Ardery on Loch Sunart where, as well as common sightings of seals and herons, golden eagles and the magnificent sea eagles can sometimes be seen. Whale and dolphin spotting boat trips leave daily from Tobermory on Mull and from Laga Bay in Ardnamurchan. Things to see & do... What’s Nearby? Walking tracks and hill walking from the door. Links:
The islands of Mull and Iona and also the Isle of Skye are easily visited within a day out as is Inverness if you are missing the shops. Fort William, the Outdoor Capital of Britain is only 40 mins away, where you can get everything you need to enjoy the outdoors whatever the weather.
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