Guidebook for Torr An Diamh
Food Scene
The Bridge Cafe
Corrour Station House
Darwin's Rest
Glenspean Lodge Hotel
Generous Portions and just a short drive away.
Old Pines
Excellent fine-dining level food in a relaxed atmosphere
Russell's Restaurant - fine dining in the West Highlands. Booking is essential.
21 locals recommend
Smiddy House
Russell's Restaurant - fine dining in the West Highlands. Booking is essential.
Up on the shoulder of Aonach Mor, Nevis Range. Can be accessed by Gondola or a walk up to admire the views!
The Smiddy Bunkhouse & Blacksmiths Hostel
Station RoadUp on the shoulder of Aonach Mor, Nevis Range. Can be accessed by Gondola or a walk up to admire the views!
Planning your #ScottishHighland adventure - well worth checking out the Crannog Seafood Restaurant to enjoy fresh fish and seafood from the local area while taking in spectacular views from their unique lochisde location on Loch Linnhe. Just a short drive for lunch or dinner when at #RushyglenCottages.
64 locals recommend
Crannog Seafood Restaurant
Planning your #ScottishHighland adventure - well worth checking out the Crannog Seafood Restaurant to enjoy fresh fish and seafood from the local area while taking in spectacular views from their unique lochisde location on Loch Linnhe. Just a short drive for lunch or dinner when at #RushyglenCottages.
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner or simply coffee & cake. Whatever takes your fancy while out and about exploring Fort William you'll find choices here at the Glen Nevis Restaurant just outside Fort William. Highland Hospitality and the best of Scotland's natural larder #RushyglenCottages
9 locals recommend
Glen Nevis Restaurant
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner or simply coffee & cake. Whatever takes your fancy while out and about exploring Fort William you'll find choices here at the Glen Nevis Restaurant just outside Fort William. Highland Hospitality and the best of Scotland's natural larder #RushyglenCottages
Sightseeing
Sample one of the finest single malts at Scotland’s highest distillery - pairs whisky and
chocolate tasting in a perfect blend
36 locals recommend
Dalwhinnie Distillery
General Wade's Military RoadSample one of the finest single malts at Scotland’s highest distillery - pairs whisky and
chocolate tasting in a perfect blend
Operated by @westcoastrailways , the Jacobite steam train runs on the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig. An 84 mile round trip passing through spectacular scenery and over Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films. It resumes its daily services from April (to October) so book now for this #HarryPotter adventure during your stay at #RushyglenCottages.
35 locals recommend
Jacobite Train
Station SquareOperated by @westcoastrailways , the Jacobite steam train runs on the West Highland Line between Fort William and Mallaig. An 84 mile round trip passing through spectacular scenery and over Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films. It resumes its daily services from April (to October) so book now for this #HarryPotter adventure during your stay at #RushyglenCottages.
Fort Augustus - situated on the most southern tip of Loch Ness on the Great Glen Way, this historic and scenic hamlet is a popular tourist destination and a perfect little town for a wander on your day trip from #RushyglenCottages.
Lying on the impressive 60 mile long Caledonian Canal, halfway between Inverness and Fort William, Fort Augustus offers spectacular views down Loch Ness and is a paradise for keen walkers and cyclists with many beautiful walks around the area, the most popular being the Great Glen Way.
At Fort Augustus visitors can also enjoy a visit to the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre which details the history of the canal.
64 locals recommend
Fort Augustus
Fort Augustus - situated on the most southern tip of Loch Ness on the Great Glen Way, this historic and scenic hamlet is a popular tourist destination and a perfect little town for a wander on your day trip from #RushyglenCottages.
Lying on the impressive 60 mile long Caledonian Canal, halfway between Inverness and Fort William, Fort Augustus offers spectacular views down Loch Ness and is a paradise for keen walkers and cyclists with many beautiful walks around the area, the most popular being the Great Glen Way.
At Fort Augustus visitors can also enjoy a visit to the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre which details the history of the canal.
Old Inverlochy Castle
The small village of Banavie, just four miles north of Fort William, is overlooked by the magnificent Ben Nevis and is home to the impressive Neptune’s Staircase.
This amazing feat of engineering raises the canal by 19m (62ft) over a quarter of a mile of continuous masonry and takes around 90 minutes for a boat to travel up or down the locks. Built by Thomas Telford between 1803 and 1822, it is the longest staircase lock in Scotland. An ideal location for enjoy ‘gongoozling’ the boats as they travel up and down the lock flight!
53 locals recommend
Neptune's Staircase
The small village of Banavie, just four miles north of Fort William, is overlooked by the magnificent Ben Nevis and is home to the impressive Neptune’s Staircase.
This amazing feat of engineering raises the canal by 19m (62ft) over a quarter of a mile of continuous masonry and takes around 90 minutes for a boat to travel up or down the locks. Built by Thomas Telford between 1803 and 1822, it is the longest staircase lock in Scotland. An ideal location for enjoy ‘gongoozling’ the boats as they travel up and down the lock flight!
Wild West - Wildlife safaris in Scotland's wild places Wild West offer a selection of wildlife experiences based in the Lochaber area. See Scotland's " Big Five", Photograph red deer, join a searchlight safari to look for the elusive pine marten or a dawn safari to see lekking black grouse, or book your own bespoke safari and we will tailor it to your requirements.
Wild West
9 MacKay CresWild West - Wildlife safaris in Scotland's wild places Wild West offer a selection of wildlife experiences based in the Lochaber area. See Scotland's " Big Five", Photograph red deer, join a searchlight safari to look for the elusive pine marten or a dawn safari to see lekking black grouse, or book your own bespoke safari and we will tailor it to your requirements.
Cille Choirill is a 15th-century Roman Catholic church situated in Glean Spean in Lochaber, Scotland. Dedicated to St Kerrill, it was possibly built by Cameron of Lochiel.
Cille Choirill Church
Cille Choirill is a 15th-century Roman Catholic church situated in Glean Spean in Lochaber, Scotland. Dedicated to St Kerrill, it was possibly built by Cameron of Lochiel.
Arts & Culture
On your day trip from #RushyglenCottages to #LochNess head to the Clansman Centre to visit the Turf-House museum including living shows of how people lived, the food they ate. Demonstrations of Clan weaponry and a chance to re-live the life of Highlanders pre Culloden 1746.
The Clansman Centre
On your day trip from #RushyglenCottages to #LochNess head to the Clansman Centre to visit the Turf-House museum including living shows of how people lived, the food they ate. Demonstrations of Clan weaponry and a chance to re-live the life of Highlanders pre Culloden 1746.
Continuing your day trip from #RushyglenCottages to #LochNess - head along to #UrquhartCastle and discover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen. The magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s story. Once one of Scotland’s largest castles, Urquhart saw great conflict during its 500 years as a medieval fortress. Read the full story through Historic Environment Scotland.
191 locals recommend
Urquhart Castle
Continuing your day trip from #RushyglenCottages to #LochNess - head along to #UrquhartCastle and discover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen. The magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s story. Once one of Scotland’s largest castles, Urquhart saw great conflict during its 500 years as a medieval fortress. Read the full story through Historic Environment Scotland.
The Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition opened over 30 years ago, it features 17 language translations and 11 language narrations. Now a hi-tech multi-media presentation leads you through 7 themed areas and 500 million years of history, natural mystery and legend revealing the unique environment of Loch Ness and the famous Nessie legend ... a perfect addition to a day trip from #RushyglenCottages
61 locals recommend
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
The Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition opened over 30 years ago, it features 17 language translations and 11 language narrations. Now a hi-tech multi-media presentation leads you through 7 themed areas and 500 million years of history, natural mystery and legend revealing the unique environment of Loch Ness and the famous Nessie legend ... a perfect addition to a day trip from #RushyglenCottages
At Fort Augustus visitors can also enjoy a visit to the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre which details the history of the canal. Sit and watch the boats navigating the locks or explore the Clansmen Centre, where appropriately attired guides demonstrate 17th century clan weaponry.
11 locals recommend
Caledonian Canal Visitor Centre
Canal SideAt Fort Augustus visitors can also enjoy a visit to the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre which details the history of the canal. Sit and watch the boats navigating the locks or explore the Clansmen Centre, where appropriately attired guides demonstrate 17th century clan weaponry.
West Highland Museum
Cameron SquareCommando Memorial
Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum
Treasures of the Earth
Entertainment & Activities
Tree Adventure
The Tree Adventure at Nevis Range requires no experience and is designed for children and adults alike. Features include bridges, tunnels, zip wires and an 11m fan drop. Share your pictures with us if you head along to #NevisRange during your #HighlandAdventure!
139 locals recommend
Nevis Range Mountain Resort
Tree Adventure
The Tree Adventure at Nevis Range requires no experience and is designed for children and adults alike. Features include bridges, tunnels, zip wires and an 11m fan drop. Share your pictures with us if you head along to #NevisRange during your #HighlandAdventure!
For many the Glenfinnan Gathering is the focus of a celebration of a way of life now long gone. For one day in a year it is almost possible to transport back in time and envisage what it must have been like on that day in August 1745 when the Prince raised his Standard. It features a full programme of events including piping, highland dancing, heavy events and athletics. Head along to this fabulous day on Saturday 18th August 2018.
23 locals recommend
Glenfinnan
For many the Glenfinnan Gathering is the focus of a celebration of a way of life now long gone. For one day in a year it is almost possible to transport back in time and envisage what it must have been like on that day in August 1745 when the Prince raised his Standard. It features a full programme of events including piping, highland dancing, heavy events and athletics. Head along to this fabulous day on Saturday 18th August 2018.
Ben Nevis Distillery
Rockhopper Sea Kayaking is based near Fort William on the West Coast of Scotland. We offer half, full or multi-day kayak trips through some of the most spectacular coastal, mountain and island scenery in Scotland. This area is rich in wildlife and you may be lucky enough to encounter seals, dolphins, porpoise, otters, a huge variety of coastal birds or perhaps even the white tailed sea eagle.
8 locals recommend
Rockhopper Sea Kayaking
Rockhopper Sea Kayaking is based near Fort William on the West Coast of Scotland. We offer half, full or multi-day kayak trips through some of the most spectacular coastal, mountain and island scenery in Scotland. This area is rich in wildlife and you may be lucky enough to encounter seals, dolphins, porpoise, otters, a huge variety of coastal birds or perhaps even the white tailed sea eagle.
Ranked as the No. 1 outdoor activity attraction in our area on Tripadvisor in 2015, Our staff ensure that your activity is a fun and memorable holiday experience that you and your family will remember for life! We are based in the heart of the Great Glen on Loch Oich and the Caledonian Canal in between Fort William and Fort Augustus.
12 locals recommend
Active Highs - Outdoor Activities in Scotland
Ranked as the No. 1 outdoor activity attraction in our area on Tripadvisor in 2015, Our staff ensure that your activity is a fun and memorable holiday experience that you and your family will remember for life! We are based in the heart of the Great Glen on Loch Oich and the Caledonian Canal in between Fort William and Fort Augustus.
Crombie Clay Shooting
Kingussie Golf Club
Gynack RoadThe Wildcat Centre
Main StreetNewtonmore Golf Club
Golf Course RoadLaggan Wolftrax Mountain Biking Trail Centre
7 Forestry HousesRZSS Highland Wildlife Park
Where else can you twist and turn through the trees on a family friendly roller-coaster, take the plunge down one of three water coasters and even get the chance to walk through an amazing tropical hot-house with hundreds of stunningly beautiful butterflies and exotic flowers!?
Be intrigued at the world’s first Bamboozeleum right here in the Cairngorms; you’ll enter a magical gallery of illusions and puzzles to test the sharpest of wits. See infinity rooms, morphing machines, thermal imagery and more that will fascinate the youngest to the wisest of minds.
161 locals recommend
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
B9153Where else can you twist and turn through the trees on a family friendly roller-coaster, take the plunge down one of three water coasters and even get the chance to walk through an amazing tropical hot-house with hundreds of stunningly beautiful butterflies and exotic flowers!?
Be intrigued at the world’s first Bamboozeleum right here in the Cairngorms; you’ll enter a magical gallery of illusions and puzzles to test the sharpest of wits. See infinity rooms, morphing machines, thermal imagery and more that will fascinate the youngest to the wisest of minds.
The cold season is here and the Cairngorms feel more like the arctic every day. The reindeer have grown in their thick winter coats to keep nice and cosy over the long winter and at the moment are all out on the mountains, roaming around and grazing on the ample lichen that grows up there.
78 locals recommend
Cairngorm Reindeer Herd
The cold season is here and the Cairngorms feel more like the arctic every day. The reindeer have grown in their thick winter coats to keep nice and cosy over the long winter and at the moment are all out on the mountains, roaming around and grazing on the ample lichen that grows up there.
Parks & Nature
Fancy heading out on the water while visiting the #ScottishHighlands? Loch Shiel Cruises offer unique guided cruises on the stunning sheltered inland waters of Loch Shiel. Share the skippers knowledge of local history and geology alongside expertise in spotting golden and white-tailed eagles, divers, red deer and other rare wildlife #RushyglenCottages
9 locals recommend
Loch Shiel Cruises
Fancy heading out on the water while visiting the #ScottishHighlands? Loch Shiel Cruises offer unique guided cruises on the stunning sheltered inland waters of Loch Shiel. Share the skippers knowledge of local history and geology alongside expertise in spotting golden and white-tailed eagles, divers, red deer and other rare wildlife #RushyglenCottages
Can you spot the Loch Ness Monster while taking in the stunning scenery of this loch?
277 locals recommend
Loch Ness
Can you spot the Loch Ness Monster while taking in the stunning scenery of this loch?
Ben Nevis
Steall Waterfall
Old Military RdGlen Roy National Nature Reserve
With walks round all sides Loch Laggan is a beautiful spot. It includes the spectacular Laggan Dam with the A86 running alongside it.
Loch Laggan
With walks round all sides Loch Laggan is a beautiful spot. It includes the spectacular Laggan Dam with the A86 running alongside it.
Glen More
Home to Monarch of the Glen - some beautiful walks along the well trodden trails of the estate
Ardverikie Estate
Home to Monarch of the Glen - some beautiful walks along the well trodden trails of the estate
Stob Choire Claurigh is a Scottish mountain situated 16 km east of Fort William in the Lochaber district of the Highland council area. It is part of one of the best ridge walks
Stob Choire Claurigh
Stob Choire Claurigh is a Scottish mountain situated 16 km east of Fort William in the Lochaber district of the Highland council area. It is part of one of the best ridge walks
Stob a' Choire Mheadhoin is a mountain in the Scottish Highlands, it is situated 19 km east of Fort William in the Lochaber area of the Highland council area.
Stob a'Choire Odhair
Stob a' Choire Mheadhoin is a mountain in the Scottish Highlands, it is situated 19 km east of Fort William in the Lochaber area of the Highland council area.
Cairngorm Mountain Carpark
Cairngorms National Park
Getting Around
The Caledonian Sleeper passes right past your door (almost) when staying at Torr An Diamh, Tulloch and provides opportunities to explore locally just watch your train times!
Caledonian Sleeper
1 Union StThe Caledonian Sleeper passes right past your door (almost) when staying at Torr An Diamh, Tulloch and provides opportunities to explore locally just watch your train times!
Road to the Isles
Essentials
M&S Fort William Foodhall
Unit 3 North RdMorrisons
Road