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Old St Peter’s Church, Thurso

Auld St Peter’s Kirk is a ruined parish church on Wilson Lane, in Thurso, Caithness, Scotland. Dedicated to Saint Peter, it dates to at least 1125, and at one time was the principal church for the county, administered by the Bishops of Caithness. It became a scheduled monument in 1929 and from 1975 until 2016 it was also a Category A listed building

Dunnet Head

This rugged peninsula in Caithness, located on the north coast of Scotland, has the honour of being the most northerly point of mainland Britain. It’s a wild and untamed landscape, with stunning sea cliffs and coastal grasslands which are home to puffins, razorbills, guillemots, fulmars and kittiwakes.

Castle & Gardens of Mey

The Castle of Mey is located in Caithness, on the north coast of Scotland, about 6 miles west of John o’ Groats. In fine weather there are views from the castle north to the Orkney Islands

John O'Groats, Start/Finish of LEJOG

The Lands End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) challenge is a traverse of the entire length of Great Britain, between the two extremities of Britain’s southwest and northeast. It’s an epic challenge, one that many people dream of completing. The challenge traditionally starts at Lands End, the western point of Cornwall at the end of the Penwith peninsula. From here, you’ll cycle ~900 miles to John O’Groats where the challenge ends. Between Lands End and John O’Groats, you’ll pass over the epic cliffs of Devon, through impressive Lake District countryside, and up into the highlands.

Duncansby Stacks

On the very northeast corner of the British mainland lie two beautiful sights that if you are touring the NC500 in Scotland then you would be a fool to miss them. The Duncansby Stacks and Lighthouse are a hugely popular tourist attraction in this area, drawing visitors from all over the world to admire their humbling beauty.

Whaligoe Steps

Whaligoe Haven is one of the most remarkable harbours to be found in Scotland – surrounded on three sides by 250 feet cliffs, and is reached by the Whaligoe Steps which zig-zag down the cliffside. The natural harbour at the foot of the steps has been a long standing landing point for herring, salmon, whitefish and shellfish.

John O'Groats Ferries

Tour Orkney Islands in a day with MAXI day tour. Ferry and coach tour available every day from 1 May to 30 September 2023. See Skara Brae, Scapa Flow, Stromness, Kirkwall, Churchill Barriers, Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones of Stenness, and Italian Chapel.

Capilla Tapas Restaurant

Opened in May 2018 Capilla has fast become a very popular destination for visitors and locals alike. Richie’s passion for cooking tasty fresh dishes in the Spanish ‘small plates’ style has proved a big hit. Bookings essential

Above and Beyond Tours

Our tailor-made tours of the North Coast of Scotland offer a unique experience allowing time just for you. Our driving tours explore many hidden gems in Caithness and surrounding area, whilst appreciating dramatic scenery and breathtaking views.

North Coast Watersports

North Coast Watersports provides award winning watersport experiences situated along the North Coast 500, where you will see this breathtaking coast from a new perspective. Anyone of any age can grab a board and come out and enjoy the beautiful waters with us and by the end you will be warmed to the heart with stoke and a love for riding waves- our wetsuits are also super cosy.

Caithness Seacoast

Caithness Seacoast Ltd was started in 2008 by local couple William and Adelaine Munro. The arrival of a new modern marina in Wick Harbour provided the inspiration to start their tour boat company. William has over 44 years seagoing experience (Merchant Navy ship’s captain for over 28 years) and local knowledge. This includes an active role with the local RNLI as a deputy launching authority and water safety officer. He is supported by his wife Adelaine who’s marine experience includes RYA power boat level 2.

Pulteney Distillery Co Ltd

Old Pulteney distillery is a malt whisky production and aging facility in the Pulteneytown area of Wick, Caithness, in the Highland area of Scotland. The distillery produces the Old Pulteney single malt whisky at a number of ages and has a visitor centre in Huddart Street.

Wolfburn Distillery

Wolfburn distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery in Thurso, Caithness, Scotland. After ceasing production in the 1860s, a new distillery of the same name opened in 2013.

Camster Cairns

The Grey Cairns of Camster are two large Neolithic chambered cairns located about 8+1⁄2 miles south of Watten and 5 miles north of Lybster in Caithness, in the Highland region of Scotland. They are among the oldest structures in Scotland, dating to about 5,000 years ago

Castle Sinclair Girnigoe

Castle Sinclair Girnigoe is located about 3 miles north of Wick on the east coast of Caithness, Scotland. It is considered to be one of the earliest seats of Clan Sinclair. It comprises the ruins of two castles: the 15th-century Castle Girnigoe; and the early 17th-century Castle Sinclair.

Forsinard Flows

Forsinard Flows is a national nature reserve covering much of the area surrounding Forsinard in the Highland council area of Scotland. It lies at the heart of the Flow Country, a large, rolling expanse of peatland and wetland area of Caithness and Sutherland that makes up almost 5% of the world’s blanket bog