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. 776

This is a lovely long sweeping white sandy beach. The sandy beach has many different varieties of shells. Beautiful scenic camp site. The beach is huge and beautiful. Read More

ID No. 775

This palace is one of the most accomplished examples of Renaissance architecture in Scotland. This palace was built in the early 1100s. Two excellent buildings, ruins - depending on how you see them. Others palace dates back to the 1600s. A very inte... Read More

ID No. 774

A well-built Iron Age underground chamber supported on stone pillars. The long, curved passage and the oval chamber are finely built, with four stone pillars supporting the roofs. Discover the Neolithic architecture and a larger settlement of stone r... Read More

ID No. 773

 Beautiful wide and sandy beach with Crystal clear waters. Explore noise of waves, wild birdlife, a great and clean beach. The beach is a very enjoyable place. Read More

ID No. 772

Fabulous Neolithic site with many standing stones. Amazing engineering work of beautiful Neolithic People. They have really stood the test of time, nearly 5000 years, attracting people from all over the world. When you touch it, it takes you back in... Read More

ID No. 771

Beautiful golden beaches with white sands and Crystal-clear waters. It is beautiful, with a few rock structures standing in the at the shoreline. Stunning beach with amazing caves.  Read More

ID No. 770

The Standing Stones could be the oldest stone circle in the British Isles but this has not been proven for sure. There were originally twelve stones, with some standing up to six metres high, focused on a large hearth in the centre. Take the short wa... Read More

ID No. 769

 A massive stone circle.Today 36 surviving among the 60 stones. At least 13 prehistoric burial mounds. The main attraction and a wonderful, non-commercial, historically charged example of rock placements. A great experience wandering around the... Read More

ID No. 768

This was formed when the roof of a large sea cave collapsed. This left a spectacular arch with an inlet accessible via the original cave mouth and the remaining arch. It spans approximately 35 feet and approximately 66 feet high. Easy parking nearby. Read More

ID No. 767

Shingle and sand beaches ideal for families. Very clean and a small beach.  Read More

ID No. 766

There are many beautiful places to photograph. Bring a picnic and plan for a beautiful day. Small beach with great views. You can climb up a little hill and see this beach from the top. This place is easily one of the most beautiful beaches in the wo... Read More

ID No. 765

You can relax and enjoy the breath-taking scenery and take advantage of the many outdoor pursuits that are available to you. Amazing location of holiday lodge. Explore lots of wildlife including deer, golden eagles and sea otters. This is a perfect l... Read More

ID No. 764

The broch was probably constructed about 200 BC. A small walk from the free car park.  This Iron Age building is 9m tall. It is a remarkably well-preserved broch. It is probably the most complete broch you'll see. A plaque explained it is about... Read More

ID No. 763

Explore a Neolithic village dating back 5,000 years. This is a stone-built Neolithic settlement consisting of eight clustered houses and is Europe's most complete Neolithic village. A beautiful and extraordinary preserved Neolithic village with house... Read More

ID No. 762

 If anyone is interested in how people were living in the old days, using the peat to build and heat, it will be worth checking out. As soon as you enter the house you can smell the peat from hearth. Amazing that this sort of house has been... Read More

ID No. 761

A wonderful sheltered cove and beach. A short walk along rough paths take you from the car park to the beach, passing an ancient graveyard that is still used today. Some of the graves are war graves. Just offshore is a Time and Tide bell, one of 12 p... Read More

ID No. 760

A large gorgeous beach. White sands, clear waters surrounded by amazing cliffs and slow decent into the water, so you can go slow before getting too deep. There is a large car park and toilets too. A lovely place to walk and explore the rocks. You ca... Read More

ID No. 759

Small sandy beach, with big cliffs which you can walk around. Small unique Loch with rocky hills surrounding it. Nice for a walk along the cliffs of on the beach. Perfect little beach with good walks all around. The sand is almost white and the water... Read More

ID No. 758

This is a fine stone castle built in 1145. The castle is itself is very interesting and a worth a visit. A chapel was built down the hill from the castle. Both the castle and the chapel stand as significant evidence of the Norse character of Scotland... Read More

ID No. 757

This is a historic Scotland site. A beautiful cairn from the stone age, if you are interested in archaeology this is a place to visit. It is special as it is rare to find a two layered tomb. One can climb down a ladder to inspect the lower entrance w... Read More

ID No. 756

This is a rich archaeological heritage. Enjoy the stunning view of the island from the broches. View artefacts from the Iron Age on display in the visitor centre on site. The Iron Age village began between 500 BC to 200 BC. Beautiful place for visito... Read More

ID No. 755

Explore an ancient burial place dating back over 5,000 years. Discovered here at least 29 skeletons were found inside the cairn during the excavations in 1934, with 17 skulls arranged side by side. It has a good parking space and the cairn is well si... Read More

ID No. 754

This place is incredible. Beautiful to see a natural arch. There is parking and a huge play area for kids. A lot of parking spaces near kid's playground. Excellent cliff top walk from beach. A large, wide and clean sandy beach.   Read More

ID No. 753

Great views. Wonderful area, fabulous local beach. The crashing waves, huge cliffs, big seabird population. What an incredible place. It's in the Guinness Book Of World Records as the windiest place in the UK. Beautiful location and great spot for ta... Read More

ID No. 752

This medieval building looks more like a fortress than a palace. Thick stone walls, turrets, small windows, narrow entrance door, all speak to the defensive nature of the builder. This used to be the residence of an Earl named Patrick. The architectu... Read More

ID No. 751

Very interesting to explore the remains of this historic site in a picturesque location. 2000 years of history. A great visit combined with the 5500-year-old chambered cairn 100 yards away. The broch itself is wonderful and all right on the coast lin... Read More

ID No. 750

A megalithic tomb dating back 5,000 years. This is an extraordinary chambered cairn of unusual size. You can go inside if you don’t mind a short crawl but you can stand inside. The interior stonework is stunning when you think of its age. Beautifully... Read More

ID No. 749

Well preserved ruins of Viking settlement. Information boards and magnificent setting. Great walking over the island to lighthouse and cliffs on the far side. When the tide is out, you can cross the causeway on foot from the mainland car park and see... Read More

ID No. 748

Discover this ancient passage grave, dating back 4,000 years. There are 12 standing stones surrounding the cairn and it is believed at least some of them were added after the cairn was built. A big description signed is posted and gives you an explan... Read More

ID No. 747

This one of Neolithic chambered cairns.  A stone circle and passage grave dating back 4,000 years. A torch is given to visitors, which should be used. This archaeological site is a great site to visit. The construction of the tomb is amazing whe... Read More

ID No. 745

The castle was built between 1560 and 1574. One of Scotland's most well-preserved and striking fortified towers, this is a massive, imposing fortification that seems almost comically out of place in such a small, remote island. The stonework is incre... Read More

ID No. 744

The lighthouse itself is perfectly maintained and its lantern testifies to the finest Victorian craftsmanship. It's an amazing feat of engineering given in location, still the tallest in operation in the British Isles at 42 meters and an incredible s... Read More

ID No. 743

Explore the chambers of an unusual Neolithic burial tomb on a small uninhabited island. This was built 5,000 years ago. The tomb was excavated in 1849. This burial monument is very well preserved. Read More

ID No. 742

It is spectacularly beautiful. There were all sorts of deep-sea birds there nesting. It’s amazing to see Gannets diving from such great heights. There is so much to see and enjoy walking up to the light house. Read More

ID No. 741

This is a Neolithic and one of the most archaeological sites on the island. It is the oldest standing stone, occupied more than 5,000 years ago. This is the oldest inhabited building in the European Continent and is located on the beautiful island an... Read More

ID No. 740

An ideal location for watching nesting birds and migrating birds. There is a small visitor Museum that includes information and artefacts from the lighthouse service. Stunning views from very high cliffs. Lovely to sit on the benches in the courtyard... Read More

ID No. 739

The light house was built in 1821. The views are spectacular, there’s great wildlife and the coffee shop is a great place to sit. It’s only a 10-minute walk up the hill from the car park. What a beautiful place to go to see birds and the marine sea l... Read More

ID No. 738

More than 4,000 years of human settlement here. Neolithic people firs settled at this site around 2700 BC. The location is beautiful, with stunning sea views. The setting is stunning and it is easy to see why our ancestors settled here through the ag... Read More

ID No. 737

Beautiful, historic buildings. What a great little museum that truly shows the history of this area and show cases a period lost in history. Really gives you a sense of what it was like to live in a croft house in centuries past. Be sure to walk down... Read More

ID No. 736

A prehistoric circular stone towers found only in Scotland. It was probably constructed around 300 BC and stands 13m tall. Unbelievable archaeological and architectural treasure. A mysterious round stone tower on the island and this is one of the bes... Read More

ID No. 735

Stay in the cottage or park up a campervan. When going out for the coastal walk, which is definitely recommended, don't forget to look back at the lighthouse to see the natural arch just below it. A great place to stay. This light house is still an a... Read More

ID No. 734

 The castle itself stands as a sophisticated and impressive example of a late 1500s tower house. The castle was infamous for notorious oppression for this area. The noblemen rule was a popular one. He was arrested in 1609 and executed along with... Read More

ID No. 733

On the shore, a sophisticated type of stone-built round house found only in Scotland. It has evidence of settlement spanning over 1000 years. This rare sculpture could date from the late of Iron Age or early historic period and may be associated with... Read More

ID No. 732

This is an artillery fort built to protect from the Dutch. Construction began but was not completed in 1665 during the Second Dutch War. It was rebuilt more than a century later, during the War of American Independence. The newer fort never saw milit... Read More

ID No. 731

This temple was built between 4,000 and 5,000 years ago. It comprises a wall of large stone boulders, weighing up to 300kg. The design of the temple is very similar to Neolithic houses and burial cairns. The ‘temple’ itself is pleasingly maintained a... Read More

ID No. 730

What a spot. There is a fantastic lighthouse and stunning, gorgeous, magnificent coastal scenery. This is a great place to stay, the lighthouse was very cosy and in a stunning area. The walks around the light house are great. The cliffs are spectacul... Read More

ID No. 729

Fascinating and very well-preserved fortified house built in 1598. The castle is a splendid example of tower house architecture. Torches provided to explore the vaults. It has good access to the site and different areas of the building. Free admissio... Read More

ID No. 728

Good range of geological, geographical, human and historical information with primary and secondary evidence in situ. Clearly and informatively labelled it accommodates a range of ages and understanding.  Discover a way of life linked to the old... Read More

ID No. 727

Discover the underground shelter, well worth a few hours to see how the UK was being protected back in the Cold War years. Interesting place to visit and find out how the "elite" would have survived in the event of a nuclear strike. Explore how life... 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. 724

This is a Victorian style castle. The castle is well worth a visit. It was built in the 14th century. With medieval origins it was substantially improved in the sixteenth century. Well-preserved with an interesting history. Beautiful walled garden wi... 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. 719

A very pretty place. Lovely walk around the harbour and plenty of good food choices too. Really splendid views from the harbour towards the sea. The harbour itself is very beautiful with many ships parked. You can walk around the port and enjoy the v... 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. 715

 A sandy beach sheltered by grass banked area with rocks and rockpools allow the children to explore in all weathers. Beautiful beach and surroundings. Simply a quiet but stunning beach. The water is pretty shallow most of the way out, perfect f... 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. 713

Stunning example of Scottish History. A beautiful ruin of a once magnificent Palace. In awe to think all Kings and Queens walked these halls. The Royal Palace today lies roofless and ruined which is surrounded by a magic lake.  The gates still i... 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