Aultbea, Drumchork Hotel : Activities and attractions, whisky : north west Scotland, Achnasheen, Gairloch

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Images of Drumchork Lodge Hotel in the lovely Wester Ross village of Aultbea, Scotland, near Achnasheen and Gairloch

Aultbea and the surrounding area generally enjoy a gentle climate,
benefiting from the Gulf Stream, and as a result there are numerous
outdoor activities to enjoy besides the obvious attractions of the natural safe golden sandy beaches.

The mountains of Stac Polly, An Teallach, Slioch, Ben Eighe and Torridon
are all visible from the hotel and within easy access for a day’s climb.

some of the magnificent scenery in the area of Aultbea

The 14 mile Great Wilderness Challenge via Fionn Loch also begins from the hotel. For cyclists there are plenty of quiet trails to follow and for the general sightseer the scenery speaks for itself!

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Apart from the obvious walking and hillwalking, other outdoor activities include:

Diving and Snorkelling – lovely clear water, idyllic for searching round war time shipwrecks
Fishing – Sea/Loch/River – the hotel can organise all relevant fishing permits, tackle and boat hire, or contact John Heath (Seudraidh Guides) on 01445 731486, for full details on Fly Fishing, Spinning Tackle, Ghillieing and Tuition
Cruises: There are scenic cruises available to the Summer Isles.

Fishing is a very popular activity in this area. Photo courtesy of John Heath

Pony trekking is a popular activity with both young and old

Small game hunting in season – contact hotel for further details
Clay Pigeon Shooting – generally once per month – contact hotel for details
Pony Trekking at Gairloch
Bird watching at Gruinard Island. The island is home to only pair of nesting Sea Eagles in the British Isles.

Golf – Gairloch Golf Course: 9 hole course with wonderful location adjacent to the gorgeous beach at Gairloch Sands. Stunning views across Gairloch Bay and The Minch. Open all year, no advance booking needed – walk on course. Trolleys and clubs available for hire in season. Ample car parking.

Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve – the first NNR to be built in Britain, located at the southeast end of Loch Maree near Kinlochewe. Trail walks. Flora and Fauna. Visitor Centre. Reserve Office tel: 01445 760254
Gairloch Leisure Centre: wide range of outdoor and indoor activities. Full details and opening times tel: 01445 712345
Poolewe – small indoor swimming pool

Other places of interest to visit include:

The famous Inverewe Gardens – sub tropical gardens and visitor centre. Drumchork is the first hotel North of the gardens.
Highland Stoneware Potteries, North Road, Ullapool and also at Lochinver. Hand Modelling, Throwing and Decorating – visitors are welcome to watch craftspeople at work in both potteries. Shops available for direct purchase.

Inverewe Gardens, which are run by the National Trust. These magnificent gardens are highly recommended as a visitor attraction in this part of the Highlands and easily reached from Aultbea

Inverness castle, overlooking the city of Inverness, capital of the Scottish Highlands

Ullapool Museum – Discover the Lochbroom Story: award winning museum and visitor centre in 6 languages and with audiovisual. Further details and opening times tel: 01854 612987
Inverness – capital city of the Highlands, a one and a half hour drive from Aultbea.
Distilleries – the nearest being Talisker, on the Isle of Skye; Glen Ord at Muir of Ord; Glenmorangie at Tain.

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