ID No. 915

This is quite a large lake. It extends about 24 miles  and is one of the best places in the country to try thrilling water sports activities, including jet-skiing, water skiing and kayaking. For nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, there are m... Read More

ID No. 892

This is World Heritage Site. It is internationally famous for its historic buildings, beautiful landscape and over 200 years of social history. Stunning location. Beautiful surroundings, particularly river and water falls. Sites welcomes over 300,000... Read More

ID No. 891

Beautiful spots along the miles of its journey. Lovely views. Breath-taking. This is one of Scotland’s major landmarks, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Read More

ID No. 888

This castle is one of the oldest fortified places in Europe. It used as Royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress. The castle is now a world-famous visitor attraction. There are also tons of shop surrounding the castle, from restaurants... Read More

ID No. 887

Explore the mixture of the natural world, world cultures, art and design, science and technology and Scottish history, all in one amazing building. The museum is the UK’s most popular attraction outside of London. With thousands of amazing objects ac... Read More

ID No. 856

A beautiful beach in a peaceful location. Miles of clean sand with crystal clear water. There is a river that joins the sea. You can sit in peace watching fishing boats coming and going from the harbour and the odd seal or heron looking for their lun... Read More

ID No. 851

The landscaping is breath-taking. It gives you a perfect view onto the mountains and the waterfall. Beautiful waterfall really close to the car park, easy to walk up with great views. There is plenty of space to pull over and have a rest. Boots are a... Read More

ID No. 777

This is one of the most spectacular beaches with a huge expanse of golden sand at a low tide. Beautiful sandy beach with pretty surroundings. A stunning natural bay with a beautiful sandy beach. Read More

ID No. 726

This ship is an interesting relic of bygone maritime industry. It is fairly well preserved, and very interesting to explore. You can climb ladders and go above or below deck. The vessel is more than a hundred years old. A place with wonderful and fas... Read More

ID No. 725

This is a beautiful little village. The village was built between 1597 and 1611. It's best in the summer when all flowers and trees are blooming. It's also a butterfly town, where butterflies and bumble bees are busy covering every garden in this his... Read More

ID No. 723

This is a historic house museum and said to be the oldest house in Glasgow and of medieval origin. It was built in 1471. The architecture and the woodwork are worth giving attention. Explore the history of the struggle to preserve this historically v... Read More

ID No. 722

This Abbey and Palace is the stunning example of Romanesque architecture in Scotland. It was built in the 1070s as a priory. Once home to the Kings and Queens of Scotland. Following the 1603 Union of Crowns, it was seldom visited by the monarchy and... Read More

ID No. 721

A free and eclectic, private collection of everything from Impressionist art, Greek pottery, religious statuary and the third largest collection of Medieval tapestries in the world. Really beautiful building and awesome collection. The collection has... Read More

ID No. 720

Such a rare opportunity to view cave carvings. The carvings in the caves can be difficult to see but take a torch. Some of the caves still have the original cave carvings. A short walk from the parking area and a nice walk by the sea. Lovely place to... Read More

ID No. 717

 This is a sandy beach curving gently round a bay. Outstanding beach with excellent sand dunes. Always clean and beautiful and the nature reserve at the far end adds interest. This beach is cleaned on a regular basis by volunteers and is never t... Read More

ID No. 716

This is a heavily fortified castle built for Royal residence. It was built in 1460s. It is in a very nice location. You can read some information about the castle's past on the boards at the site. An interesting ruin with a few signboards explaining... Read More

ID No. 714

Good museum with lots to see and do. It gives the visitor a great insight to what life was like in the past, and tells you about life in all of the different decades from the early 1800s, for example how the ordinary working woman and man toiled for... Read More

ID No. 712

A wonderful castle with a colourful history. It was built in the 1100s. The two noble families who owned this adapted it to suit their changing needs over a period of 500 years.The castle has a deep historic background. Good mix of ruins and intact s... Read More

ID No. 711

This one of the most popular and attractive beaches in the UK. The water is crystal clear and the beach itself is award winning. The tides are quite large so be mindful. There is often a bouncy castle there. There's also an ice cream hut that sells b... Read More

ID No. 710

The beaches along the coast are stunning, clean sandy beaches with sparkling water. Gorgeous beach, one of the best to walk along. You have to leave the beach and go on the path in places which is stunning views. Free parking here.  Read More

ID No. 709

This is a clean and picturesque sandy beach. The seaside is a small seaside resort boasting lovely beaches, great coastal walks. It is very close to the train station, and plenty of parking along the top of the hill. Popular with tourists during the... Read More

ID No. 708

The castle was built in the late 1200s. This castle is the largest and finest stone castle in Scotland. Explore a castle hotly fought over during the wars of independence with England. Interesting castle with plenty of historical longevity set in som... Read More

ID No. 707

This Abbey is Scotland’s best -preserved group of monastic buildings. In the early 1100s, the Augustinian cannon settled here. It was repeatedly attacked by English raiders during the wars of Scottish independence.  Wonderful place with a beauti... Read More

ID No. 706

A nice beach, with good parking, and coffee shops nearby. It is a great place to go for a lovely day out. It's really great to walk along the beach at any time of year. There are long unobstructed walking place, even in good weather the beach is rela... Read More

ID No. 705

The history and vision of the building is amazing. Beautiful old church and cemetery. Lots of history to be learned here. A significant part of the 14th century building is still standing and well worth a visit while the surrounding area is of great... Read More

ID No. 704

Beautiful naturally sheltered sandy beach, excellent for swimming. At low tide there is a vast area for visitors to explore. Great beach always popular in the summer, toilet facilities available. Read More

ID No. 703

Explore the high-vaulted halls and gloomy prison of this powerful medieval stronghold. The medieval barrel vault in the lower hall is breath-taking and the views are terrific. The main tower was built in the 1370s. Enjoy the countryside stunning view... Read More

ID No. 702

The beach is wide, flat, golden sand and it has lots of good quality café, restaurants and shops. Great beach for walk. The beach is easily accessible with good car parking facilities. Read More

ID No. 701

A fabulous floating museum. Lovely ship of Her majesty Queen. In pristine condition modified for visitors.  Lovely preservation of history. Explore the five decks with a complimentary audio handset and learn about life on board for the Royal fam... Read More

ID No. 700

A great place for a long walk. Beautiful beach. Quiet and clean. There is a nice kids’ playground beside the car park too. Good amount of parking available. This beach is gorgeous, with sand and rock pools. Great facilities including a shower and an... Read More

ID No. 699

This is a glorious sandy beach that attracts legions of sandcastle. The pure golden sand goes for miles and the sand banks along the side are fun to try run up. Gorgeous, peaceful and well maintained. A very beautiful place. Great for walking and if... Read More

ID No. 698

The castle is a large and set in beautiful gardens. This magnificent fortress- residence served three successive noble families over 400 years. It was built around 1240. See the grim pit prison, pretty chapel and cavernous storage vaults. It offers a... Read More

ID No. 697

There is curious historical background to this monument. This is one of the most prominent landmarks in the city. Extremely beautiful surroundings and the monument is definitely worth a visit to plenty to do nearby and transport is very easy to get t... Read More

ID No. 696

The monument view is excellent. The style of the architecture and decor is truly breath-taking. Amazingly presented in honour of an amazing writer. If you know the history of the monument, then you can appreciate the city's history and culture throug... Read More

ID No. 695

Enjoy amazing views over the North Sea and its large seabird colonies. There is a beautiful castle beside sea. View the replica gun which is an exact copy of the ones used to defend against James IV and James V. This castle was the last castle built... Read More

ID No. 694

Superb unspoilt and uncommercialized seafront to be enjoyed by all. Fantastic opportunity to enjoy sea views and healthy air. Beautiful, clean and quiet. Gorgeous long beach 5 mins walk from the town centre. Great for families, couples and anyone who... Read More

ID No. 693

A pristine beach and plenty of parking. This place is stunning, blue water, golden sand and massive waves. It is a private beach but absolutely fantastic place to visit. The beach is sandy and clean. Kids will love it. Horse riding facility is also a... Read More

ID No. 692

This one of the most perfectly preserved castles in Scotland. Climb the tower house -find a great hall and a prison. Explore the mysterious chambers. The castle was built in the late 1300s. The walls have almost 3m thick. You can explore the ruins of... Read More

ID No. 691

Great beach with plenty to do nearby such as picnics, ice cream, you can BBQ and visit the arcade. The beach is generally kept clean and attracts many people on a hot day. Beautiful views. Lovely place with free parking along the front, lots of thing... Read More

ID No. 690

One of the most beautiful and well-preserved medieval churches in Scotland. The church is beautiful and there are nice walks in the surrounding fields. A peaceful setting full of history. This was built around 1400s. Enjoy the fine stone work- partic... Read More

ID No. 689

 A wide sandy beach beneath ruins of a spectacular castle. This great sandy beach backed by dunes. The view from the shore at the castles are stunning. Read More

ID No. 688

Explore one of Scotland’s best-preserved Iron Age hillforts. Interesting historical monument, with story boards, to pre-Roman inhabitants of the British Isles. It is fascinating to see the multiple layers of earth works and the views are amazing. His... Read More

ID No. 687

The castle is the last great private stronghold built in Scotland. The castle was built around 1530. This is unusual artillery fortification.  Enjoy inside the castle and the grounds. An interesting Castle ruin with unique design elements. This... Read More

ID No. 686

A well taken care ruins of what was once a beautiful castle in a magnificent location.  A compact but fascinating site with a lovely riverside setting. It's absolutely picturesque. It’s worth the visit. A nice place for a family visit or a weeke... Read More

ID No. 685

This is a wide sandy beach in a rural surrounding. This is one of the most beautiful beaches in Scotland. A splendid long beach backed by sand dunes and a world-famous golf course. Read More

ID No. 684

Great restoration of a world class heritage site - the dreams and passion of the mill founder have really been brought to life. Historically and socially important site. Nice walk to the Falls. Excellent all-round facility for both children and adult... Read More

ID No. 683

The beach is mostly sandy. Very clean well-maintained beach. Excellent parking facilities and child play areas. The views are great though with the added beauty of the hills behind the town. Read More

ID No. 682

This is an attractive sandy beach with shallow dunes and decent water quality. This beach is next to the caravan site and you can park and walk down the path to the beach. Read More

ID No. 681

One of the best estates in Great Britain. Fantastic grounds with plenty to do for families. A beautiful house steeped in history. The story of the house is fascinating. The great estate house is as attractive as it is imposing, sitting proudly atop a... Read More

ID No. 680

Beautiful castle with beautiful scenery. The castle was built in the late 14th century-one of the oldest built in Scotland. Stunning ruins of a medieval castle with added renaissance architecture. Very quiet and peaceful with lovely views. The castle... Read More

ID No. 679

This is a lovely wide beach and a notable holiday destination. Great get away from the busy and hectic working life. The sand is golden and soft, and the natural shape of the bay protects it from rough seas. There are plenty of walks nearby too. This... Read More

ID No. 678

 A stunning industrial archaeology site as well as great place to see restoration of old railway rolling stock. The living museum centre owns a number of standard gauge steam locomotives and diesel locomotives and extensive collection of ph... Read More

ID No. 677

An award winning beach. This is a sheltered sandy beach. It attracts many visitors and on busy days there can be over 1000 people. A lovely clean beach for a walk or for surfing.  Read More

ID No. 676

This is one of the very few Iron Age brochs in Scotland. It surrounded by the remains of a fort built around 2,500 years ago. This historic site is interesting on many levels. The circle foundations of the roundhouses are still intact and the views o... Read More

ID No. 675

Beautiful atmospheric medieval castle perched over the river. There are loads of lovely walks along the river. You’re less than a mile away from one of the historic town which is very pleasant to walk around with lots of places to eat and drink. Plea... Read More

ID No. 674

A beautiful place to visit. You could easily spend a whole day there. Plants and trees from all over the world. Amazing garden, beautiful landscape, a great family day out. Unique collection of trees some of which are 150 years old. Beautiful gardens... Read More

ID No. 673

Great visit to a hill fort at least 4,000 years old, the location and constructions are amazing and gives you time to reflect what has happened here through the years. The area is in history with the remains of several ancient settlements and forts.&... Read More

ID No. 672

This is a beautiful sandy and rocky beach. A walk along the cliff tops to surrounding areas which are stunning. Read More

ID No. 671

The castle is set among garden terraces, parkland and attractive woodlands. This castle is a red sandstone Victorian castle built in 1846 and is an excellent example of the Scottish baronial style of architecture. The original castle was a tower and... Read More

ID No. 670

The 2000-acre estate is absolutely beautiful. It is an incredibly charming and beautiful both place and property. The maze, the rooms, forests all live up to the expectations. It is really well-maintained the delicate balance of being both a his... Read More

ID No. 669

The castle which is open to the public free of charge. It is situated on a hill some 750 feet above sea level. Beautiful location with breath-taking views. The castle is appeared here sometime in the 1200s.  Read More

ID No. 668

Discover the life, times and obsessions of one of Scotland’s most important national figures, a writer. Such a humble man and talented writer of his time. The House is standing on the banks of the river. The grounds overlook the river and are well wo... Read More

ID No. 667

One of Britain’s best stately homes. There are lovely grounds to walk around with some sculptures in the gardens. The house itself has many rooms that can be accessed across three floors and the basement. The rooms and corridors are impressive and wo... Read More

ID No. 666

A fantastic example of a well preserved fragment of 13th century Cistercian church architecture. This ancient abbey is a truly amazing and tranquil space. Hundreds of years of history in the fabric of the building. Find out about monastic life in the... Read More

ID No. 665

There are over seven miles of sandy beach for walking/playing on.There is a beautiful beach and lovely scenery all around. Great family run park, right on beach, very quiet, super restaurant and bar. Beautiful Holiday Park, great facilities. Read More

ID No. 664

Discover a place where the final resting place of King of Scotland in 1306.  Step inside the chapter house where the King is buried. Admire the graceful architecture of the abbey church. Visit the museum to see a rich collection of medieval obje... Read More

ID No. 662

Great museum and place to learn about Scotland's Roman heritage. A small museum that contains several important finds. Learn the process of archaeological discovery. Explore a fascinating collection of Roman artefacts.  Discover Roman glassmakin... Read More

ID No. 661

Early Christian sculptured stone. Lovely old little church with a little exhibition of the stones.There is a viewing case with some very old stones and an explanation. Read More

ID No. 660

A truly beautiful country estate. Full of beautiful and historic paintings, furniture, ceramics and other items of great interest. Extensive grounds, gardens, a well known woodland adventure playground and an 18th century designed landscape with walk... Read More

ID No. 659

This is a beautiful sandy beach in quite a hidden area. It is one of the great spots for a picnic. This is an excellent location to watch out for seals and bird life.  Read More

ID No. 658

Discover Douglas family’s history. The story began in the 14th century. Beautiful building and stunning gardens. This is an example of 17th century Renaissance architecture.  The red road was made especially for a visit by Queen Victoria who nev... Read More

ID No. 657

The tower was built in the first half of the 15th century by the pringle family. The tower was a five storey rectangular structure built on top of a volcanic rock. The purpose of this tower was to provide a secure residence for the pringles family. I... Read More

ID No. 656

Visit this museum for a truly unique and atmospheric experience. Nice gallery upstairs with a changing selection of exhibits. The history of the former Royal Burgh is well told here as well as artefacts and history of the museum itself when it was fa... Read More

ID No. 655

A very large, nice, secluded beach. The sand feels amazing under your feet and the sounds and views are very relaxing. A gorgeous long beach to walk on. This is one the most amazing hidden secrets of the UK! A vast beach backed by huge dunes and tota... Read More

ID No. 654

 A small beach with sand and shingle. Grass parking and picnic area.  Read More

ID No. 653

Discover one of Scotland’s most enigmatic castles. It was built in the late 1200s or early 1300s and is situated on a triangular spur of land, surrounded by steep drops to an artificial loch. An almost unknown place, hidden in the countryside, but st... Read More

ID No. 652

It is one of the most impressive stately homes in Scotland. Built in 1721. Great place with lots of historical artefacts and explore about the family who lives here and the history of the castle. Discover spectacular Victorian walled garden with glas... Read More

ID No. 651

It is one of the most impressive stately homes in Scotland. Built in 1721. Great place with lots of historical artefacts and explore about the family who lives here and the history of the castle. Discover spectacular Victorian walled garden with glas... Read More

ID No. 650

Very interesting historic building, plenty of information boards to help visualise the abbey.  It was built in the 12th century. The massive design and solid Romanesque style of the tower indicate a very large building of formidable, semi-milita... Read More

ID No. 649

A local museum run by volunteers and gives visitors a background of the town’s history, from prehistory to the modern era. The museum has an excellent display of key objects. The museums have hands-on activities. Entry is free. Read More

ID No. 648

A steep shingle mark that runs onto sand. Towards the end of the beach where the rocks are. Admire the natural beauty. Read More

ID No. 647

 A wide sweeping pebble beach with a huge expanse of sand at low tide with arock pool to explore. There is a large grass picnic area with a car park. Read More

ID No. 646

 A fine sandy beach. The harbour was developed in the early 1800s to serve the local lime- manufacturing industry. Good beach to play on and swim. A safe beach and sheltered. Read More

ID No. 645

Great little museum with plenty of local history. A great place to visit surrounded by a beautiful park.  There is a preponderance of motor biking exhibits reflecting local heroes, but other halls would benefit from more local exhibits showing b... Read More

ID No. 643

Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at this ruined medieval abbey. See original paint work and hear the wonderful echoes of your voices in the medieval chapter house. The 12th century abbey was home to a community of Cistercian monks for 400 years. Beautif... Read More

ID No. 642

This is one of the most impressive monuments to survive from the Anglo-Saxon period. It has been described as the most important sculptural survival of Anglo Saxon Britain. The visitors book is full of names from all over the world. Absolutely worth... Read More

ID No. 641

 A really interesting museum, step back in time to when cash was king. A birthplace of financial history. The eighteenth-century building houses a collection of early home savings boxes, coins and bank notes from many parts of the world. Wonderf... Read More

ID No. 640

A wide sandy beach. Its stunning views. The beach was used as a trading port with ships onloading their goods here. No longer a large trading port today the beach is especially popular with visitors who come to view the stunning sights.  Read More

ID No. 639

A long white sandy beach. Parking is at the reserves visitor centre. Lovely views. It is great for picnic. Read More

ID No. 638

An intimate sandy beach with an interesting natural stone arch. The most attractive stretch of shore has a series of sandy coves. Beach has both sandy and shell areas with great rocks for climbing. There is a car park right beside the beach which off... Read More

ID No. 610

Enjoy a full day tour taking in some of the most dramatic scenery of Scotland. Discover the natural beauty. The best guides in Scotland-friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about their homeland, modern air-conditioned coaches.  Read More

ID No. 514

Retail complex including over 50 outlets offering discounted designer label items. Discover great offers from your favourite brands. Good selection of shops as well as coffee shops and dining places. All the shops are high street names but with big d... Read More

ID No. 455

Scotland’s own fully jungle-themed attraction with animal handling experiences. Suitable for all ages and for young and old alike. A great place for children and families. Read More

ID No. 454

A great place to go and have fun. Good modern karts, which provide a thrilling action-packed shooting game designed for kids over aged 8 and over. Fabulous activity for adults alike. Excellent value for money.  Read More

ID No. 453

Surprisingly good little museum with a James Bond theme. A four-star visit Scotland rated attraction, which includes a private collection of over 25 vehicles, including the Lotus Esprit SI, the BMW 750, Thunderbirds hover bike, the Harry Potter car,... Read More

ID No. 452

Immerse yourself in central Scotland’s nature reserve and wild spaces. This is 215km long. A must for those who love walking and cycling. By foot it takes 9-11 days, and about half that by bike. Discover the Coast to Coast route and the wonderful att... Read More

ID No. 451

This unusual structure, which was built in 1761 by an unknown architect as a garden retreat. Views from the walled garden and orchard. Explore the surrounding woodland and ponds, which teem with wildlife. Read More

ID No. 450

Brilliant place to visit on your own or with children as there is lots to do. There is a great children's play area with a tourist shop and cafe with delicious food. Majestic and beautiful to the eye. They are the tallest horse statues in the world.... Read More

ID No. 449

A brilliant day out. Ride all day on the railway, and the explore the little museum. There are plenty of interactive experiences for the little ones. The railway is an old converted industrial steam train and hauls a carefully restored set of carriag... Read More

ID No. 448

One of Scotland’s most impressive strongholds. The castle was built in the 15th century by one of Scotland’s most powerful families. The views from the castle are fantastic, as you are able to see the three bridges in all their grandeur. A fabulous c... Read More