Rainy Day Adventures
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Cleasaichain Latha Fliuch
www.outdoorcapital.co.uk
Don’t let a bit of the wet stuff slow you down... Lochaber is packed with fantastic things to do when the weather’s not so kind. From indoor-climbing and pottery painting to canyoning and sea-kayaking, a rainy day can be great fun... and there’s no better time to see waterfalls in full flow!
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Cia-aig Falls picturesque wa terfall that featured in th e film ‘Rob Roy’
Ranger-led walks in all weathers, tel 01687 462320
Invergarry Laggan Dam if it’s really wet, don’t miss th e 23 water cascadin g through the A82 high dam 18 oirill h C le Cil
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Kilchoan
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Salen
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MAP KEY Church Ferry Toilets
Tourist Info Waterfall
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Falls - the River Lower ee ge to s ent rocks id r b e th anci look over ounding over p Nevis Grey Mares Tail park by church and take a short walk to falls
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Three Waters Meeting of the g of roadside viewin lls in Glencoe spectacular fa
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Steall Falls a beautiful wa terfall in a hidden me adow Glen Nevis
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Tobermory
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Roy Bridge
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Inchree Falls short walk to spectacular hi gh falls
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Strontian
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Belford Road, Fort William PH33 6BU. 01397 704359
2 The Ice Factor Ice climbing on the huge indoor ice wall, rock climbing, soft play area, cafe, bar/bistro and outdoor shop.
Leven Road, Kinlochleven PH50 4SF. 01855 831100 www.ice-factor.co.uk
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1 Lochaber Leisure Centre Swimming pool with flume, gym, sauna, steam room, solarium, squash courts and bouldering wall.
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3 The Nevis Centre Ten-pin bowling, American pool and arcade games plus soft-play area.
An Aird, Fort William PH33 6AN. 01397 700707 www.neviscentre.co.uk
4 Fired Art Cafe Unleash your creativity over coffee and bagels in Lochaber’s only paint your own pottery studio.
147 High Street, Fort William PH33 6EA. 01397 705005 www.fired-art.co.uk
MUSEUMS/HERITAGE 5 Glencoe and North Lorn Folk Museum
Find out about local history in this heather-thatched building. Glencoe Village, PH49 4HF. 01855 811664 6 The West Highland Museum Discover the fascinating story of the West Highlands, including the world-famous Jacobite collection. Cameron Square, Fort William, PH33 6AJ. 01397 702169 www.westhighlandmuseum.org.uk
Rainy Day Adventures Cleasaichain Latha Fliuch Please call ahead to check opening hours and availability. 12 Ardnamurchan Lighthouse
www.outdoorcapital.co.uk 7 Treasures of the Earth Experience one of Europe’s finest private collections of crystals, gemstones and fossils. Corpach, Fort William PH33 7JL. 01397 772283 www.treasuresoftheearth.co.uk 8 Clan Cameron Museum Find out about the Clan Cameron and the WW2 commandos who trained at Achnacarry. Achnacarry, PH34 4EJ www.clan-cameron.org 01397 712090 9 Kinloch Castle Step back into Edwardian times on a guided tour of Rum’s famous castle. www.isleofrum.com 01687 462037 10 Glencoe and Dalness Visitor Centre
Discover Glencoe’s remarkable history, geology and wildlife. Cafe and gift shop. National Trust for Scotland Glencoe, PH49 4LA. 0844 493 2222 www.nts.org.uk 11 Glenfinnan Station Museum
Journey into the romantic past of the West Highland railway line. Glenfinnan. 01397 722 295
www.glenfinnanstationmuseum.co.uk
Climb the tower on the UK’s most westerly point and visit the exhibition. Activity area for children. Kilchoan, Acharacle PH36 4LN. 01972 510210 www.ardnamurchanlighthouse.com 13 Ardnamurchan Natural History Centre
Visit the amazing living building to find out what makes this area unique. Cafe and large gift shop. Glenmore, Acharacle, PH36 4JG. 01972 500209 www.anhc.co.uk 14 The Land, Sea & Islands Centre
Discover the real Arisaig through displays and artefacts, plus local visitor information. Rhu Road, Arisaig, PH39 4NU. 07973 252923 www.arisaigcentre.co.uk
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Resipole Studios
Fantastic gallery in beautiful setting showcasing work from contemporary Scottish artists. Loch Sunart, Acharacle, PH36 4HX. 01967 431506 www.resipolestudios.co.uk 16
WET, WET, WETTER... Snowgoose Mountain Centre 17
If you’re getting wet anyway come and enjoy river and sea kayaking or open-canoeing. Station Rd, Corpach, Fort William, PH33 7JH. 01397 772467 www.highland-mountain-guides.co.uk 18
Highland Activities
Canyoning, white-water rafting, funyakking, kayaking, open canoeing, river safaris and more! The Old Filling Station Camus Cillean, Kinloch Laggan PH20 1BX. 08450 945513 www.highlandactivities.co.uk 19
Vertical Descents
Fun adventure for all ages and group sizes. Try white-water rafting, canyoning or fun-yakking. Inchree, Onich, Fort William, PH33 6SD. 01855 821593 www.verticaldescents.com
WILDLIFE & FISHING While showers and light rain doesn’t bother wildlife, heavy rain and storms will. 21 Eagle-Watch Wildlife Cruises
Explore the beautiful waters and wildlife of Loch Shiel – you may even see a Golden Eagle. Glenfinnan, PH37 4LT. 01687 470322 www.highland-cruises.co.uk 22
Fishing Scotland
‘Learn fly-fishing’ trips for beginners and guided/coaching excursions. Roy Bridge, PH31 4AG. 01397 712812 www.fishing-scotland.co.uk 23
Wild West Safari
Minibus wildlife safaris – chance to spot wildlife such as red deer, sea eagles and ospreys. South Laggan, PH34 4ES. 01809 501355 20 Rockhopper Sea Kayaking www.nevispix.com Fully guided sea kayaking trips in 24 Crannog Cruises and around Fort William. Enjoy views of wildlife from the all 2 Montrose Mansions, Corpach, Fort William, PH33 7JQ. weather viewing deck or relax in the spacious bar and lounge. 07739 837344 Town pier, Fort William. www.rockhopperscotland.co.uk 01397 700 714 www.crannog.net
Lime Tree Gallery
Gallery showing exhibitions from the National Art Collections and contemporary artists. Achintore Road, Fort William PH33 6RQ. 01397 701806
We Want Your Views!
Cuir thugainn do bheachdan!
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Torlundy Trout Fishery
Fly fishing on three lochans stocked with Rainbow Trout; rod hire and instruction available. Tomacharich, Fort William. 01397 703015 26
Bruce Watt Sea Cruises
Knoydart ferry and day cruises on Loch Nevis. 01687 462 320 27
Ardnamurchan Charters
Come wildlife watching on beautiful Loch Sunart – otters, dolphins, sea eagles and more! Laga Bay, Acharacle, Ardnamurchan, PH36 4JW. 01972 500 208 www.west-scotland-marine.com
CAFES WITH EXTRA Spean Bridge Woollen Mill 28
Gift shop, restaurant and weaving exhibition. Spean Bridge, PH34 4EP. 01397 712 260 29
Crafts & Things
Award-winning cafe with shopping for crafts, clothes, books, paintings, jewellery, and more. Glencoe, PH49 4HN. 01855 811325 www.craftsandthings.co.uk 30
Nevis Range
Take the mountain gondola to 650 m above sea level. Explore the discovery centre and unwind in the highest restaurant around. Torlundy, Fort William, PH33 6SQ. 01397 705825 www.nevisrange.co.uk
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Lochaber Farm Shop
Fresh local farm produce, plus arts and crafts for sale. Cafe with views of Ben Nevis. Lochaber Rural Complex Torlundy, PH33 6SQ. 01397 708 686 32 Ballachulish Visitor Centre
Delicious home baking and local arts and crafts for sale. Ballachulish, PH49 4JB. 01855 811866 www.glencoetourism.co.uk
SHOPPING If you fancy some retail therapy check out Fort William High Street for clothes, shoes, wet weather gear and gifts. 33 The
Granite House
Unique design-led gifts for all the family, plus music and clothing. High Street, Fort William, PH33 6AD. 01397 703651 www.giftmonger.com 34
Nevisport
Outdoor store for hiking, skiing, camping, climbing and more. High Street, Fort William, PH33 6EU. 01397 704921 www.nevisport.com 35 Macdonald’s Smoked Produce
Visit the traditional smokehouse and shop for a unique taste of Lochaber. Glenuig, Lochailort, PH38 4NG. 01687 470 266 www.smokedproduce.co.uk
Tell us about your experiences in the Outdoor Capital of the UK and win a week’s cruise – pick up a Who Cares Wins questionnaire from the businesses above or tell us at www.lochaberwins.co.uk. Closing date: 15 November 2010.