Complete Accessible Lochaber Guide
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ACCESSIBLE LOCHABER Aguide toLochaber PRODUCEDBYLOCHABERDISABILITYACCESSPANEL The first edition of Accessible Lochaber was published in 2002 following several years of survey work by fieldworkers and volunteers from the Access Panel. This was a substantial and thoroughly researched body of work and it has formed the basis for this updated, enlarged and revised 2007 version. The original edition is now out of print. This revised edition benefits from five years of user feedback and has a re-arranged and more user- friendly layout, it embraces modern technology by including websites where available, and has been expanded to take in the Small Isles and Knoydart. The re-survey and text-updating work, undertaken by Kath Johnston and Edythe Knowles, has taken 14 months to produce and, as it will be stored electronically and be available on the web, should be relatively easy to keep up to date. Residents and visitors to any particular part of Lochaber need only download the pages from the Guide that refer to that particular area. The information in the Guide should be read in conjunction with Visit Scotland’s accommodation guides. We have tried to ensure that the information is correct and up to date (May 2007) but we would be grateful to hear from you if you find any errors or omissions. It is also advisable to check with the particular establishment. Again, Chris Ingham has produced the symbols, which we hope do not need any explanation. Dr Su Sen and Hugh Muir, my predecessors as chairmen of the Panel, provided the wisdom, inspiration and support to update and revise the Guide. This is greatly appreciated. The last five years have seen much enlightenment and a growing awareness about the needs of disabled people in our strides towards our aim of creating an equal world. Long may it continue. I hope you find this guide a small but useful step in achieving this aim. Ken Johnston Chairman. Achnacarry SPEAN BRIDGE Inverness-shire PH34 4EJ It gives me great pleasure to introduce this revised Access Guide to Lochaber. As someone who has difficulty accessing certain places and buildings, I know how important it is for people to be aware of likely problems that they may encounter so that they can be confident of overcoming them if that is possible and if it is not, to make alternative arrangements. We all know the attractions of Lochaber with its unsurpassed scenery and wonderful highland hospitality. It is a place where visitors can find peace of mind and where a huge variety of attractions are available. Whilst most people who come to Lochaber are hale and hearty, it is important not to forget that those who have a disability should also be able to enjoy as many of those attractions as possible. After the success of the first guide this new updated and enlarged version provides additional information to assist disabled people living in Lochaber and others to plan and enjoy a visit to Lochaber. It is very encouraging to see how many places are currently accessible to wheelchair users and I am sure that more will follow. The publication of this Guide will mean that Lochaber will be seen not only as a beautiful place for a holiday but also as one that cares for those who are less fortunate than others. Donald Cameron of Locheil Contents Ardnamurchan……………………..…………… 1 - 22 Fort William ……………………………………. 23 - 81 Glencoe & Loch Leven ……………………….. 82 – 106 Glenspean & The Great Glen………………… 107 - 124 Road to the Isles ……………………………… 125 - 147 Response Form ………………………………… Back Page ARDNAMURCHAN ACHAPHUBUIL, TRESLAIG & THE LOCHEILSIDE TOWNSHIPS Very attractive string of crofting townships, on the south side of Loch Eil, with a passenger ferry link to Fort William. Offer good views. HALLS Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Treslaig Village Hall On main road adjacent 01397 772345 close to Ferry Terminal SCHOOLS & COLLEGES Achaphubuil On main road Lay by Primary School 01397 772748 www.highland.gov.uk ACHARACLE Scattered crofting village about 35 miles west of Fort William on the A861. It has a wide range of local services and amenities, and serves the Moidart and Ardnamurchan area. Loch Shiel lies adjacent. CHURCHES Acharacle Off A861 Adjacent Free Church of Scotland MacNaughton www.fpchurch.org.uk Crescent Two steps Acharacle Off A 861 Adjacent No disabled Loop system Church of Scotland gravel toilets 01967 431665 Ramp www.churchofscotland.org.uk Acharacle Off A861 Near by Steep hill Mingarry R. C. Chapel www.catholic-church.org.uk 1 DOCTORS,HEALTH CENTRES, AND HOSPITALS Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Acharacle Shielfoot Road Adjacent Mon. 9.00 – 1-.3-a.m. The Pines Medical Centre Tues. 5.00 – 6.30p.m. 01967 431231 Thurs. 9.00 – 10.00a.m. www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk Fri. 5.00 – 6.30p.m. Sat. 9.45 – 10.45a.m. Acharacle Derryfad, at south Adjacent Topshop Dental Surgery end of village. www.businessclassified.co.uk/de ntists/acharacle HALLS Acharacle Village Centre Adjacent Shielbridge Hall 01967 431626 www.hi-arts.co.uk Acharacle On A861 Adjacent Mingarry Township Hall HOTELS Acharacle Village Centre Adjacent Open all year (except 10 days after Loch Shiel Hotel New Year) 01967 431224 www.lochshielhotel.com Acharacle Mingarry Adjacent Open all year Clanranald Hotel 01967 431662 www.clanranaldhotel.co.uk PETROL STATIONS/GARAGES Acharacle On main road Loch Sheil Garage 01967 431246 2 PLACES OF INTEREST AND VISITOR ATTRACTIONS Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Acharacle At roadside, Adjacent Open April till October Ardnamurchan Natural Glenmore Mon – Sat 10.30a.m. - 5.30p.m. History Centre Sun: 12 noon - 5.30p.m. 01972 500209 Includes cafeteria. www.ardnamurchannaturalhistoryce ntre.co.uk Acharacle Moidart 500 m Difficult No Castle Tioram POST OFFICE Acharacle Maeves Pantry Adjacent Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri. 1967 431220 In village 9.00a.m. – 1.00p.m. www.postoffice.co.uk 2.00 – 5.30p.m. Thurs. 9.00a.m. – 1.00p.m. Sat 9.00a.m. – 12.30p.m. PUBLIC SERVICE OFFICES Acharacle Morrison Place Adjacent Tue. 12.noon - 4.00p.m. Service Point Thurs 1.00 - 5.00p.m. 01967 431487 www.highland.gov.uk Acharacle Maeve’s Pantry Adjacent Community Office 01967 700109 www.initiative-at-the-edge.org.uk RESTAURANTS, CAFES AND BARS Acharacle Dalilea Adjacent Easter to October Dalilea House 01967 431253 www.dalilea.co.uk 3 RESTAURANTS,CAFES AND BARS [contd] Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Acharacle Village centre Adjacent Open Apr - Oct Maves Pantry 01967 431220 Acharacle Village centre Adjacent Nearby Opening hours 11.30a.m. – 2.00p.m. Mo’s Fish & Chips 5.00 – 8.00p.m. Takeaway Acharacle Village Centre Adjacent Ardshealach Lodge 01967 431399 www.ardshealach-lodge.co.uk SCHOOLS & COLLEGES Acharacle West side of Adjacent Some classrooms wheelchair Primary School village accessible 01967 431645 www.highland.gov.uk SHOPS Acharacle On main Road Adjacent Near by Monday – Saturday Key Store 9.00a.m. – 5.30p.m. 01967 431257 Sunday 1100a.m. – 1.30p.m. Acharacle On main Road Adjacent Near by Curiosity Shop 01967 431634 Acharacle Village Centre Adjacent Adjacent Opening Hours The Bakehouse 9.30a.m. – 5.00p.m. 01967 431484 Acharacle Mingarry Adjacent No West Highland Venison 01967 431662 4 SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES AND PARKS Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Acharacle 8 Dalnabrec Parking at No Open Mon. – Sat. 9.00a.m. – 5.00p.m. Moidart Smokehouse Acharacle door 01967 431214 www.moidartsmokehouse.co.uk Acharacle Village Centre Adjacent Immediately Surfaced in shredded bark. Play ground adjacent www.highland.gov.uk TOILETS Acharacle Village Centre Adjacent www.highland.gov.uk ARDGOUR Ardgour, along with Clovullin, sits below the dramatic backdrop of Ben na Keil and overlooks Loch Linnhe. It is the ferry point and gateway to Ardnamurchan and Morvern, and has a good range of local facilities. CHURCHES Ardgour On A861 near Adjacent No disabled Loop system Church of Scotland Corran toilets Sunday service 11.45a.m. 01855 841267 www.churchofscotland.org.uk Kingairloch By Ardgour 10 miles from Adjacent Small toilet Summer 2nd + 4th Sunday Church of Scotland Corran wide door at 3.30p.m. 01855 841272 Winter 2nd Sunday at 3.30p.m. www.churchofscotland.org.uk HALLS Ardgour Clovullin Adjacent Ardgour Memorial Hall 5 HOTEL Ardgour Opposite Ferry Adjacent The Inn at Ardgour slipway. 01855 841225 www.ardgour.biz PETROL STATIONS/GARAGES Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Ardgour Clovullin Alec Boyd Motor Repairs 01855 841208 Ardgour Clovullin Adjacent Mon. – Wed. 8.30a.m. – 2.00p.m. Ardgour Stores [Petrol] and 3.00 – 6.00p.m. 01855 841227 Thurs. - Sat. 8.30a.m. – 6.00p.m. www.hie.co.uk Sun. 10.00a.m. – 6.00p.m. POST OFFICE Ardgour Ardgour Stores Adjacent 01855 841227 Clovullin www.postoffice.co.uk RESTAURANTS, CAFES AND BARS Ardgour Opposite Ferry Adjacent The Inn at Ardgour slipway. 01855 841225 www.ardgour.biz SCHOOLS & COLLEGES Ardgour Off A861 Adjacent For Staff only Primary School At Clovullin 01855 841347 Ramp www.highland.gov.uk 6 SHOPS Ardgour Clovullin Adjacent Mon. – Wed. 8.30a.m. – 2.00p.m. Ardgour Stores and 3.00 - 6.00p.m. 01855 841288 Thurs. - Sat. 8.30a.m. - 6.00p.m. www.hie.co.uk Sun. 10.00a.m. – 6.00p.m. TOILETS Ardgour Opposite Ferry Adjacent Under control of local authority The Inn at Ardgour slipway. 01397 709000 www.highland.gov.uk GLENUIG Attractive coastal village overlooking Sound of Arisaig with good views to Skye and Small Isles HALLS Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Glenuig On Smirisary Adjacent Village Hall Road 01687 470214 www.glenuig.org.uk POST OFFICES Glenuig The Shop Adjacent Tuesday & Thursday afternoons 01687 470285 www.postoffice.co.uk SHOPS AND BUSINESSES Glenuig Community Shop Main road at Adjacent 01687 470285 junction www.glenuigshop.org.uk 7 SHOPS AND BUSINESSES Location Parking Access Toilets Opening Times/Other Information Glenuig Old Road Adjacent MacDonald’s Smoked Rough track.