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Last Updated ( Sunday, 06 April 2008 )
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Ardnamurchan and Mull are two of the best places in the United Kingdom to find Golden Eagles. The RSPC Centre in Glenborrodale has CCTV cameras trained on eagles as they feed undisturbed in a nearby glen; the pictures are sent back to the centre where you can sit and watch in amazement.
Ornithologists regularly visit the peninsula for the diverse range of birdlife which either live here or visit these parts. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 04 April 2008 )
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Known as the Outdoor Capital of the United Kingdom, Fort William is just 8 miles north of the Corran Ferry. It is the largest town in the west Highlands of Scotland and is the commercial centre of Lochaber, an area renowned for magnificient scenery with an important history. Home to Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, and its deepest loch, Loch Morar, with beautiful glens, forests and beaches in between.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 04 April 2008 )
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The Sunart Oakwoods are part of the Ancient Caledonian Oak Forest and have been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Managed by Scottish Heritage, the Ariundle Nature Reserve is situated on the Strontian to Polloch road and is a surviving fragment of the native forest which once covered the lower glens of the Sunart area. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 February 2008 )
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Ardnamurchan stretches from Loch Linnhe in the east to the Atlantic Ocean in the west and its wild beauty, forests and rocky landscapes provide many opportunities for exploring the area by car. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 February 2008 )
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The isle of Mull is worth a visit as it's so near to Ardnamurchan. The island has 300 miles of scenic coastline and stunning beaches and is just a 35 minute ferry ride away from Kilchoan (summer time only) or a 15 minute journey from Lochaline (year round) and Tobermory's colourful houses are home to the famous children's TV series Ballamory.
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 05 April 2008 )
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A wonderful award-winning "living" building constructed to attract wildlife opened in April 2007 and allows wildlife to be viewed at close quarters. The large eaves encourage nesting birds, Red Deer graze the turf roof and pine marten sleep in the mammal boxes. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 February 2008 )
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Wildlife in Ardnamurchan is easy to spot. Whether on land or sea, witness a variety of creatures in their natural habitats.
Drive along the peninsular at dawn or dusk and see herds of wild deer grazing on the hills or search the waters for seals, Minke whales, common dolphin and harbour porpoise. Look out for otters, hedgehogs, wildcats, butterflies, pine marten ... |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 February 2008 )
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Sitting at the most westerly point on the British mainland, Ardnamurchan Lighthouse is definitely worth a visit. Built in 1849, it is the only Egyptian-style lighthouse in the world. With foghorn, engine room and keeper's cottage, you can discover the lifestyle of a lighthouse keeper plus the house's technology. You can also havelunch or a drink at the Stables Cafe. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 February 2008 )
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Ardnamurchan is a much neglected area for mountaineers and hill climbers but there are five summits here over 1000 feet which, as you can imagine, provide a magnificient viewing platform to take in the surrounding rugged land and seascapes. Ardnamurchan contains perfect rock in wild and remote settings.
Just over an hour away, Lochaber contains the biggest and best crags in the Uk offering a huge variety of climbing. Ben Nevis is home to some of the country's longest rock climbs of all standards but also offers winter climbing of international importance, including:-
- Ben Nevis, the best and most reliable winter climbing of all grades
- Glen Nevis, one of the best roadside rock climbing venues
- Glen Coe, containing the highest standard mountain routes
- Aonach Mor, the most accessible winter crag in Britain
- Perfect granite slab climbing in Glen Etive
- Remote, mid-grade winter climbs in the Mamores and Grey Corries
Whatever your level of expertise, you will find it in Ardnamurchan or Lochaber. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 04 April 2008 )
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Ardnamurchan is great walking country and boots are a must. Whether you want a short easy stroll or a full day mountain climbing, you will find something here to suit you. Hike through the ancient oak woods of Sunart or stroll along the white sandy beaches at Ardtoe, Kentra or Sanna Bay, there is terrain here to suit everyone.
From Caberfeidh you are just a short stroll to the beach at Kentra with Loch Moidart, The Singing Sands and Ardtoe beach just a few miles away. The area here is flat and suitable for those wanting a more gentle pace and there are detailed directions of over a dozen walks at the house.
From Honeysuckle Cottage you can easily walk up into the surrounding hills.
Ask us for details of over 30 walks. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 27 March 2008 )
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Ardnamurchan Charters, based in Kilchoan, and Sula Yacht Charters can arrange day trips out to the islands plus whale watching and wildlife tours. Why not visit Fingal's Cave on Staffa or the puffins in the Treshnish Isles? |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 04 April 2008 )
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Sula Yacht Charter, based in Glenborrodale, offers cruising, bareboat or skippered craft and can arrange Royal Yachting Association courses. Explore the Western Isles and the Outer Hebrides. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 January 2008 )
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With one 9-hole course nearby and two full courses within easy reach, bring your clubs and play surrounded by the most magnificent scenery.
RESIPOLE FARM - 9 HOLES
There is a 9-hole golf course at Resipole designed using the natural contours and hazards of the Western Highlands. The course is well maintained and provides superb views. The lounge bar at the first tee offers refreshments and good food in comfortable surroundings plus there's an art gallery. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 04 April 2008 )
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Fish the sea or the lochs and catch wild brown trout and salmon during the season. Daily permits are available to fish the local lochs and Nick Peake at Ardnamurchan Sports Fishing and Coaching offers fresh water and sea fishing and personalised coaching. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 January 2008 )
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The quiet and scenic roads of Ardnamurchan offer great cycling for all ability levels. We can pack you a picnic for an all-day ride. Why not discover the ruined castles, windswept beaches or quiet coves? |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 January 2008 )
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The relatively sheltered waters of Loch Sunart offer ideal conditions or water activities. You can hire canoes or kayaks and take part in organised trips.
From either of our properties you can find somewhere suitable for canoeing if you wish to bring your own canoe. There is a slipway at Ardtoe with access to the sheltered waters at Kentra which leads out to sea.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 27 March 2008 )
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Whether you want an active, outdoor holiday or wish to take things at a more leisurely pace, perhaps just enjoying the beautiful scenery and strolling along white sandy beaches, Ardnamurchan will not disappoint. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 07 March 2008 )
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Whether you want an active, outdoor holiday or wish to take things at a more leisurely pace, perhaps just enjoying the beautiful scenery and strolling along white sandy beaches, Ardnamurchan will not disappoint.
Discover the ruin of Mingary Castle, once the stronghold of the MacIan Clan, or the extinct volcano crater at Achanaha; climb Ben Hiant, the highest point on the peninsula (528m), or take to the water in search of dolphins and whales.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 06 April 2008 )
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Despite being a quiet and remote corner of the country, there are plenty of places within a short drive serving great local food. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 27 March 2008 )
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Ardnamurchan provides a birdwatcher's paradise. So many birds live here or visit these parts including the oystercatcher, the sandpiper, the tawny owl and and even the golden eagle. Ornithologists regularly visit the peninsula due to the diverse habitats and abundant birdlife. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 January 2008 )
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The Sunart Oakwoods are part of the Ancient Caledonian Oak Forest and have been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Managed by Scottish Heritage, the Ariundle Nature Reserve is situated on the Strontian to Polloch road and is a surviving fragment of the native forest which once covered the lower glens of the Sunart area. |
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