Explore Ullapool

If you’re planning to visit the Outer Hebrides, you’ll probably be catching the ferry from Ullapool, a pleasant port village on the A835 beside enchanting Loch Broom. There are beautiful walks around this area, including The Braes walking trail from its Ullapool Harbour to the outcrop of Meall Mor and back, with spectacular views of the loch. Now it is perhaps even better known for its premium place on Scotland’s North Coast 500 road touring route.

Ullapool iCentre is well placed to provide maps, advice and information for getting the most our of your visit, whether you are just passing through or taking the chance to explore the locality more closely. An impressive local museum tells the fascinating social history of the area, its origins and lives linked to crofting and the sea. It also hosts events and festivals.

Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve, 13 miles north, is part of the North West Highlands Geopark, with rocks exposing a titanic clash of continents.