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. 611

This iconic castle is one of Scotland’s most popular attractions. 1,000 years of history. Located at a very beautiful place, this castle is one of the most stunning castles in the UK. The history of this castle is very interesting. The Visitors Centr... 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. 609

Opened in 1822 after 9 years of work, this canal is one of the most fascinating waterways in Europe. The canal system is about 60 miles in length. Amazing place for a sailing holiday.  Breath-taking beauty and many points of interest along the e... Read More

ID No. 608

This is one of the most picturesque places in Scotland. A village, which is of volcanic origins, formed many million years ago and later shaped by glaciers during numerous Ice Ages. There are panoramic mountains views and internationally renowned wil... 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. 513

Spectacular museum that looks like a real cave. They have some beautiful stones, gems and fossils and the information surrounding them is interesting and insightful. Excellent range of fossils and crystals etc. The biggest emerald in Europe is held h... 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

ID No. 447

Over 2000 years of history waiting to be discovered at this 5-star visitor attraction. The house, now a museum, has ties to the Antoinine Wall.  Don’t miss the Georgian kitchen with interpreters, who bring the history to life. Leave time to expl... Read More

ID No. 446

This place is very perfect for a family outing. You can go on a boat trip to see how the wheel works, and it is fascinating to see the views from the canal so far above the land. A fun and educational experience. You can ride the wheel, where you wil... Read More

ID No. 445

Great house and museum. Stunning historic location. The decorated walls are wonderful and in amazing condition for their age. This museum has around 2,000 years of history from the Roman era to the present day. You will be ensured to have a fun-packe... Read More

ID No. 444

A Roman distance marker stone, which was found in 1868. One of the best examples of its kind. It is currently displayed at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. However, a replica has been installed at the park. Read More

ID No. 443

Explore 10 miles of spectacular scenery and discover nature. Enjoy Scotland's hidden countryside and its wonderful wildlife. A very attractive walk through gorge woodland. The most spectacular crossing is where the path rises to join the canal. Read More

ID No. 442

Presents the history of the Romans, from around 2000 years ago, and their empire. It was only occupied for about a generation.  At the time the barrier was built by the Roman army and was around 37 miles long.  It was abandoned in the AD160... Read More

ID No. 390

The stones were erected about 4,000 to 5,000 years ago likely for ceremonial use. It is about 3m high. The stones are part of an extensive prehistoric landscape. The standing stones are a small Neolithic or Bronze age stone. Feel history through... Read More

ID No. 389

This is a lovely little castle which has free entry. The view from the top is stunning. The castle is a compact rectangular 15th century tower of three storeys. Great piece of history. Free parking.  Read More

ID No. 388

The castle was built in the later1400s as the fortified residence and this is a fine example of Scottish tower house castle. The tower’s wall is 2.5m thick and it’s clearly built with defence in mind.  Beautiful castle situated on a hill with gr... Read More

ID No. 387

A large sheltered sandy beach, with a coastal footpath, near a famous garden. There is a parking onsite.  Read More

ID No. 386

Beautiful castle with amazing views. The castle was built in 1369. It is surrounded by water. Enjoy the short boat trip across the river to reach the island fortress. Enjoy and get up close to the artillery fortification. Huge historical interest and... Read More

ID No. 385

Ruined castle in a beautiful location. An interesting ruin on the edge of a Loch. The few remaining walls are very impressive and there are some good information boards around explaining the history of the site. It was built in the  1160’s. The... Read More

ID No. 384

Scenic walk down from a small car park through a wooded valley until you reach a pebble beach. It is about a mile from the carpark, which is at the end of a single track road. Once you get to the shore its amazing. Great scenery.... Read More

ID No. 383

Hidden away on the high street is an absolute gem of a museum. Showcasing many products and items from days gone by, as well as local history photographs and information. There is no entrance fee.  Read More

ID No. 382

The castle is named after its original owner. It was built in the 16th century. Fantastic ruins in the heart of town. Beautifully protected by Historic Scotland. You can walk inside and go back to medieval times. Lovely castl... Read More

ID No. 381

This is an unusual free-standing round tower.  The tower was constructed in the mid-15th  century. This is the only surviving circular tower house. The tower is in good condition, and can be entered, looked around, and one can even cli... Read More

ID No. 380

Discover one of Scotland’s great medieval fortresses. Beautiful architecture. Quite well presented with much to see both in the castle ruins and the surroundings. The stonework is amazing. Behind the 13th century castle has a historical connection to... Read More

ID No. 378

A gorgeous Abbey. This is 12th century abbey. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at this ruined medieval abbey. Fabulous place with plenty of history. Spectacular ruin in beautiful countryside. See original paint work and hear voice echo in medieval chapt... Read More

ID No. 377

This is a sandy beach and surrounded by rock.  It is a part of a national scenic area and there are plenty of national trust areas around the beach. Admire the natural beauty. There is some parking-a large free car park as yo... Read More

ID No. 374

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. 373

A long white sandy beach. But golden sands are exposed when at low tide. Stunning views. Parking is at the reserves visitor centre.   Read More

ID No. 372

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 offers... Read More

ID No. 371

This beach is perfect for those who want to enjoy the local wildlife, there are plenty of birds that can be spotted and rockpools. Beautiful clean beach with loads flat sands to walk along. Parking just on the road side Read More

ID No. 370

This is  very large sandy beach. It is great for sunbathing, picnics and swimming. Beautiful beach with golden sands. The coastal path leads you up to a lovely view. Tide goes out a long way but comes in quickly. Lovely quiet beach. Go... Read More

ID No. 369

Beautiful detached cottage situated in the coastal area of Scotland. This is ideal for families looking for a relaxing seaside break. For details visit the website or call Read More

ID No. 368

This free museum is small but full of marvellous surprises, archive and exhibition centre tells the fascinating story of 3000 years of history of surrounding area.  A fascinating journey through time takes visitor from the prehistoric period up... Read More

ID No. 367

With a fascinating history over 1,000 years, 10 magnificent gardens and an estate located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Beautiful castle in a stunning countryside. The castle and its grounds are stunning. It is an interesting place to see... Read More

ID No. 366

One of the most historic and scenically beautiful castles in Scotland. The castle was built about 1200. The castle was a fortress and a state prison during its 450 years history. The display inside is excellent and the castle is picturesque, but the... Read More

ID No. 365

The Park has a varied landscape of mountains woods and heathland. Beautiful Park with an incredible amount of hiking opportunities.  Great outdoor fun with beautiful views and wildlife. The Park has many areas for tourists to visit. The mountain... Read More

ID No. 364

Beautiful castle. Amazing grounds and gardens. The castle has had a diverse history over 700 years. Stunning gardens which can be explored at a leisurely pace before or after you explore the castle which has existed in some form since 1269. This are... Read More

ID No. 363

This is the place where Queen Margaret's came to the cave for pray. It's obviously a very ancient shrine. It has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries. The story behind it is interesting and worth a visit. This is 900 years history.  It is ab... Read More

ID No. 362

This is very special place. Lots of history in these ruins. Well over a 1000 years history in and around the Abbey and palace. Ancient architecture all around. Several movies had filmed here, and the history is fascinating. Lots of opportunities for... Read More

ID No. 361

This is a great distillery tour. Interesting tour and walked through the whole process from start to finish. The tour is very thorough, and you get to see every step of the whisky making process up close. At the end of the tour, you get to... Read More

ID No. 360

This is historical sites. Very interesting place requires a couple of hours to actually take in all it has to offer. There are 45-minute guided tours round the combat field. There is no romanticism of the final battle on the moor, where so many clans... Read More

ID No. 359

Enjoy a museum and open-air visitor attraction. This is superb museum to see what life was like for the people from the 1700s up until the 1960s. This is an extensive folk museum set out in a large area. The authentic buildin... Read More

ID No. 358

Great place to visit with stunning views of the surrounding landscape.  Great ruins in a lovely area. It was built in 1700s. Impressive landmark that can be seen for miles. Historic building set in fantastic location. Great place to take the kid... Read More

ID No. 357

This is a prehistoric burial site This landscape was an important place for ritual and burial activities in the Bronze Age. Wonderful site great history inspired the stones from outlander. Over 4000 years ago these stones were placed here. A mysterio... Read More

ID No. 356

It's a beautiful area to visit, the views are stunning, breath-taking. Picturesque observation point offering panoramic views of waterfalls, cliffs & sea. This is sea cliff and stunning waterfalls. Amazing to see all that wate... Read More

ID No. 355

This is a large castle and mansion, stands on a pretty spot to the island and have been continuously occupied by the same family for 800 years. There's a great chance to see the seals relaxing around the castle. The gardens are beautiful. The whole b... Read More

ID No. 354

This is wonderful railway bridge. Historic architecture. It's an awesome spot. Built in 1890. And it is one of the most scenic railway journeys in Britain.The steam train passes over the bridge. Great place to visit with nice surr... Read More

ID No. 353

The castle was founded in the 13th century. The castle and the views are simply extraordinary. It is one of the most visited and important attractions in the Scottish. Picturesque castle that is located in a lovely island and... Read More

ID No. 352

An incredible palace filled with history.The palace was one of the principal residences of the monarchs of Scotland in the 15th and 16th centuries. Stunning example of Scottish History. A beautiful ruin of a once magnificent Palace. St... Read More

ID No. 351

This is one of the most complete medieval castles in Scotland. Built in the 1400's. It holds a very interesting history of Scotland. Lovely castle, has a wonderfully rich history.There is a nice walk around the castle and places for a... Read More

ID No. 350

This is one of oldest Scotland’s distillery. Tours of distillery dating from 1775. The distillery is very nice. It’s good to see a small distillery where you can understand the process. The brewing process is still very much manual her... Read More

ID No. 349

A great castle with a fantastic history. Very popular Scottish visitor attraction. The castle has been standing 1400 century. Fantastic place to visit. Beautiful castle with some very interesting rooms and armoury. The displays at the... Read More

ID No. 348

This parked is packed with interesting corners for you to explore. The Park covered many contrasting landscapes reaching from low land to high land. This is most scenic area in Scotland. The Park area is home to red deer and oak woodla... Read More

ID No. 347

Amazing castle with some enthralling history. Great place to visit if you're interested in Scottish history. Explore the 14th century castle.  It has been used as great Royal residence and a powerful stronghold.  A place with grea... Read More

ID No. 346

This is beautiful mountain in Britain. Amazing Natural beauty, views and mountain track. Great hike to the top of the mountain. If you follow the path, it's not that hard to get to the top. Stunning hike with amazing panorami... Read More

ID No. 345

It stretches for 80 miles from coast to coast. It’s a fantastic natural route through the highlands, with exceptional scenery and gorgeous forests. You can walk, cycle and canoe or drive. An unforgettable experience.&nbs... Read More

ID No. 344

Absolutely awesome adventure company. This is one of the most established outdoor providers offering 12 water and land activities available as full or half day trips. The centre will provide you with all the kit you need plus a thorough saf... Read More