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VisitInvernessLochNess (VILN) - With short connecting flights Overview of the area VisitBUSIness is the conference from London, Manchester and 02 bureau for the Inverness Loch Ness Birmingham alongside codeshare area. arrangements with KLM via Amsterdam to their worldwide Services Inverness Loch Ness offer one network, Aer Lingus via Dublin 08 unique destination blending the to USA and Canada, Etihad via vibrancy and warmth of the thriving Manchester to the Middle East and capital city of the Highlands and Cathy Pacific via Manchester to Venues: Non-Residential the great outdoors and area of Asia and an airport just 15 minutes 16 discovery on and around Loch from the city centre, getting here Ness. could not be easier. There are Venues: Residential Inverness alone has fantastic also good rail links to Glasgow, 30 conference facilities including Eden Edinburgh, Aberdeen, London and Court, the Town House, the Centre the rest of the UK. for Health Science and the Archive From an incentive programme Outdoors Centre as well as numerous for 20 to a conference for 800 42 fabulous conference hotels such at Inverness Loch Ness has all you The Kingsmills Hotel and Spa and need. The New Drummossie Hotel. Food and Drink This directory will give you an 52 Outside of Inverness options overview of the uniqueness of include historical Castle venues, the Inverness Loch Ness area, Cawdor Castle, the facilities available and an Incentive Travel and Dunrobin Castle and residential introduction to how we can support 60 castles Achnagairn and Aldourie you to create a memorable and and several wonderful hotels such seamless event. as Culloden House and Loch Ness Your Stay Country House. Contact us on +44 (0) 1463 219219 66 or email [email protected] A range of other venues including distilleries, academic venues, www.visitinvernesslochness.com Support military venues, museums, golf 72 clubs, exhibition centres and stadia can satisfy all tastes and budget levels. Getting Here 76

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Visit Inverness Loch Ness is the first Tourism BID (Business Improvement District) in the UK.

Supported and funded by over 400 tourism business in the area, the Tourism BID has brought together the tourist businesses of Inverness and Loch Ness so that the area can be promoted for the first time as a single destination, with key objectives including marketing and promotion, business tourism, access and infrastructure, business development, events and festivals .

Our focus is also to ensure a constant improvement in service levels, staff training and communications across all of our members businesses so that you can be confident that your delegates experience will be the best it can be.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness is a one stop shop for all businesses looking for a home for their next conference or meeting or wanting a unique package to reward their staff or clients.

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Being the capital city of the Around Loch Ness in association Connect Inverness, ‘The Capital of the Highlands’1 with Highlands, investment and with the Forestry Commision 2 as one 3, you’ll experience development in the area is ongoing. viewpoints are being added Loch Ness unique destination 5 4 10 Our new state of the art Inverness and improved and trails for walkers diverse landscapes and the great outdoors; culture College UHI opened in 2015, the and cyclists increased. and heritage6 that will feed your imagination, and provide Eastgate Centre shopping complex We know we can handle any size 9 for those seeking a wide range is to be extended to include memorable experiences of event. Events such as Belladrum of activities7 or relaxation8 within easy reach. additional shops, restaurants and a music festival, Baxters Loch Ness cinema, new hotels are planned for marathon and the Etape welcome construction and upgrades on many over 30,000 visitors each year. venues are being done, all of this alongside the regeneration of the Let us show you and your delegates reasons city centre. the great hospitality, scenery and experience that brings visitors back top to visit again and again. Inverness Inverness Loch Ness is truly THE most undiscovered destination for Loch Ness Business Tourism.

From the castle along the river and through the Ness Inverness - The Capital Islands you can watch anglers casting long lines to of the Highlands leaping Atlantic salmon. Host to many events and festivals, explore the art, history and heritage of the Highlands at Inverness Museum & 1 No visit to the Highlands of Scotland would Art Gallery or relax in the tropical gardens at Inverness be complete without a stay in Inverness, aptly Botanic Gardens - or why not take an open-topped bus called the capital of the Highlands. Inverness ride round the city or a cruise down the is a Gaelic word meaning "mouth of the River to world famous Loch Ness. Ness", which flows out of Loch Ness into the Moray Firth. Inverness is a city with a rich variety of places to visit and things to do both in and around the city. The city boasts a host of historic buildings, notably in the Old Town and from the Victorian Market to the award-winning Eastgate centre. Inverness Castle and St Andrew's Cathedral overlook the and one of the most beautiful riverside settings in Britain.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com Unique Destination Heritage Visit Inverness Loch Ness and experience The area is steeped in history, from city and stunning scenery with myth, prehistoric settlements to castle ruins. history and legends – all in one diverse 2 inspiring location. Just outside Inverness, the moorland 7 3 6 of Culloden is where the hopes of A vibrant, growing city, the romance Prince Charles Edward Stuart and the Activities and mystery of the Loch, a warmth of Jacobite army ended in 1746, the last Inverness Loch Ness is a great place for activities, with welcome that enhances the friendliness of battle fought on British soil. the population and a variety of land that is plenty of sporting activities to take part in - all set against Loch Ness yours to discover as you see fit. Inverness Castles include atmospheric Urquhart a breath taking backdrop of scenery. On the 22.5 miles long, a mile wide and 700 feet at its deepest, Loch Ness can be as you want it to be. Castle, perched above Loch Ness, water you could spend a relaxing day fishing for salmon, Loch Ness is the largest lake in Scotland by volume. the magnificent Dunrobin Castle trout, sea-trout, char or pike - or try your hand at sailing The surrounding area is filled with historic attractions, and the 14th century Cawdor or canoeing. natural wonders, cosy places to stay, and superb Castle, home to the present Cawdor A fantastic place for walking, and caters for all abilities eateries. The Loch Ness Monster is just one of the many family and famously linked with the from challenging hill walks and long distance hikes along myths and legends to be discovered in this particularly Shakespearian play Macbeth. the Great Glen Way to well signposted and accessible beautiful part of Scotland. walks suitable for the whole family. Mountain bikes are Loch Ness is full of surprises! You can sit back and a wonderful way to explore the Great Glen Way, villages, enjoy the landscape, explore the history of the area, visit forests and the Caledonian Canal. If you're feeling more the charming towns and villages like Fort Augustus, energetic, there are plenty of adventure sports on offer in Foyers, Cannich, and Drumnadrochit, or just relax and the area such as wind surfing, paragliding and skiing on enjoy the great outdoors. Take a leisurely walk along Relaxation the Cairngorms as well as the Nevis Range. the shore or a bigger challenge like the South Loch Great Outdoors Accommodation options range from the And of course, remember Scotland is the home of golf, so Ness Trail or the 70 mile long Great Glen Way which To experience the area you must spend time exploring top luxury accommodation providers that don't forget to pack your clubs. traverses some of Scotland’s finest scenery, it is all here the great outdoors and for that there is no better place cater for your every whim, to the smaller just waiting to be discovered by you. to be. privately owned establishments, exclusive 8 use castles, luxury lodges or deluxe wood For runners, walkers or cyclists we have a vast array of cabins, we have options for all tastes. established trails available to satisfy all ability levels. Memorable Experiences Once you’re settled take time to relax and See your favourite artist perform on stage, be amazed For lovers of wildlife there are numerous options, the unwind with an indulgent spa session in at the grandeur of the pipes and drums at a Military Highlands of Scotland has a richly deserved reputation preparation for a wonderful dinner in any of Tattoo, satisfy one of your life’s goals by competing in for wildlife. The area is abundant with animals in the the area restaurants. Café chic, fine dining, a marathon, hear a stags mating call before you see wild, including deer, pine martens, otters and even seafood or game, whatever takes your it on the skyline, hit a hole in one at a Championship wildcats. From red squirrel to bottlenose dolphins, there fancy there’s a great option for you. Golf Course or make new friends in a local bar. is a fascinating diversity of creatures to enjoy in their Inverness Loch Ness is here to create your own natural habitat. memorable experiences. The region contains an array of internationally important Diverse Landscapes bird including ospreys, red kites and white tailed sea From Loch’s to snowcapped mountains, eagles. It is also home to game birds such as the black Inverness Loch Ness has a diversity of grouse, red grouse, ptarmigan and capercaillie, and at landscape that is the envy of many places least a quarter of the UK’s threatened species including 5 around the world. the majestic golden eagle. Glen’s that offers a unique combination 9 of mountain scenery, ancient Caledonian forests, rivers and impressive waterfalls. In particular, Glen Affric has earned a reputation as one of the most beautiful wilderness areas of Scotland and it is now a national nature reserve. 4 Culture Heather covered hills, sparkling lochs, deep With a proud history of Celts, crofts and clans, dark forests and panoramic views that will the culture of the area can now be experienced take your breath away. With such a beautiful through music and dance at a Ceilidh, having a and wild landscape it is little wonder that dram at one of the whisky distilleries, neeps & 10 tatties at one of the fine restaurants or maybe many people come to the area to walk and see the rich diversity of wildlife and flora. searching for Nessie on Loch Ness!

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The Visit Inverness Loch Ness team is here to help you research, plan and operate your event.

We know that your time is limited and as such with our extensive local knowledge and service suppliers as our members, we are committed to supporting you as needed, saving you valuable time and ensuring that you have everything you need.

Be it helping find suitable venues, supporting with site visits, supplying contact details with the best local suppliers or working with you with regards to financial support for your event – all requests, whatever the size will be handled.

And the great thing is that our services are free!

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com 10 11 Supplier contacts In the Inverness Loch Ness Tourism BID, our suppliers are our members. Whatever you need from catering to cruises, from dancers to drivers or from tours to translation we can connect you with the best local suppliers.

Accommodation booking We will find the accommodation that fits your request at the most competitive rates. If required we can set up and manage a secure online booking system for your delegates.

Ambassador programme A high proportion of all associations conferences come as a direct result of an invitation from a local member of an Bid creation organisation or professional body. VisitScotland’s Business Venue Finding Tourism Unit has established an Ambassador Programme Our experienced team can put together a full bid or serving the regions of Scotland. Be it for a meeting for 20, an incentive for 50 or a destination presentation on your behalf. A full range of conference for 800, we will provide a proposal with suitable images and area videos are also available to you to enhance Visit www.conventionscotland.com/ambassadorprog for and available venues with negotiated rates so you can select your proposals. more information. the ideal venue for your event.

Social programmes Cocktail parties while cruising on Loch Ness, your own Financial support Highland Games, tee times at Championship golf courses or Your event may be suitable for financial support through a Gala Dinner at a castle. Whatever your needs, our team can the Scotland Conference Bid Fund or through local City Familiarisation Trips suggest a range of unique and memorable experiences. Funding and for some events a Free Civic Drinks Reception at the historic Town House can be offered. Contact us for Look out for invitations to our regular familiarisation trips. In Interesting, unique and a varied range of activity options are further information. addition we can arrange and accompany you on your own essential to the success of any event. Be that an element in trip to view the great venues, accommodation and outdoors an incentive programme or as part of a partners programme that the area offers. during a conference. Local knowledge and information Contact Us Whatever you need our team is ready to help and we would Our team can assist in planning and scheduling your Our local landscape is perfect for exploring the great Whatever it is you or your guests need to know we are here love to hear from you. own trip to visit venues you may be interested in using. outdoors and we can work with you and our service providers to help. How to get here, what to bring, hospital and medical If required we can also accompany you to the meetings. to create programmes that give your guests the most services, best walking and running routes or where to go or Contact us on +44 (0) 1463 219219 or Whatever support you need we are here to help. memorable experiences possible. what to do pre or post your event. email [email protected]

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The Etape Cycle Race The Etape Cycle race completes a full 360° route around iconic Loch Ness, starting and finishing in the Highland capital of Inverness. It offers a fantastic April challenge with unrivalled scenery on closed roads whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a newcomer looking for your first sportive. Bring your family and make a holiday of it, plus give yourself time to explore the area and practice the course. Kevin Bridges - A Whole Different All cyclists must adhere to the minimum average speed Story of 13mph. This gives riders 5 hours and 35 minutes to Kevin Bridges returns Scottish Open Golf 2016 Castle Stuart Golf Links is set to host the Aberdeen complete the course. Cyclists falling behind this will be to the road with a brand given the option of returning to the Event Hub in the Asset Management Scottish Open for the fourth time in ANNUAL new show A Whole sweep bus or completing the course on open roads. Different Story. six years in 2016, it will be back to Castle Stuart, which EVENT hosted the event for three successive years from 2011- www.etapelochness.com Scotland's biggest 2013 when Luke Donald, Jeev Milkha Singh and Phil export, Kevin Bridges, Mickelson were crowned champions. dubbed as "brilliant" by one of his comedy The competition brought out huge crowds to the course Rachel Sermanni idols, Billy Connolly, and was seen by an enormous audience across the Folk-Noir balladeer Rachel Sermanni returns to Eden has had an astonishing world which enhanced the reputation of the Highlands of Court following the release of her new studio album, rise to success. His Scotland as a major golfing destination. Tied To The Moon. The album was written in March 2012 tour, Kevin 2014, in an apartment above a pottery studio deep in Bridges - The Story the sticks of Nova Scotia. Continues smashed box office records selling Bellardrum Tartan Bookended by her routine of going for a morning run in a staggering 45,000 Heart Festival the surrounding ten acre forest and silent afternoons of August tickets on the first day. The Tartan Heart coffee and pistachios, Rachel would sit, in total solitude; His epic 136-date tour Festival is a music writing; reading; playing music. culminated in a sell festival, held on the Back in Scotland she enlisted the help of Colin Macleod out run throughout Belladrum Estate near (recording and production), Jennifer Austin (piano, organ Australia. The DVD of Inverness. The festival is and backing vocals), Gordon Skene (bass and cello) the same name made well known for its wide and Louis Linklater (drums) and tracked all takes, live, it to number 5 in the ranging musical scope, in Colin’s living room in the . charts for Christmas as well as its family that year. friendly atmosphere, www.eden-court.co.uk with a large dedicated

The last twelve months family camp-site. have been incredibly July ANNUAL busy for Kevin with him As well as the main EVENT hosting three shows stages, there are a wide for BBC1 including a Highland Games range of stalls and fringe referendum special of acts, including one-man The Inverness Highland Games will take place as part ANNUAL of the Inverness Summer Festival. Founded in 1822 his critically acclaimed bands, alternative the Inverness Highland Games is one of the most documentaries Kevin EVENT therapy tents, barbers, spectacular traditional gatherings staged in Scotland Bridges - What's yoga and dance tuition, and is one of the highlights of any visit to the Highland The Story and stand not to mention the capital city of Inverness. up shows on the Miniscule of Sound, Commonwealth Games the world's smallest There are numerous other Highland Games gatherings and the Scottish nightclub! throughout the area. Referendum. www.tartanheartfestival. invernesshighlandgames.com www.eden-court.co.uk co.uk

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com The James Plays The National Theatre 14 What’s on? of Scotland ANNUAL EVENT When The James Plays premiered in Autumn Highland Military Tattoo 2014, the critical and September The Highland Military Tattoo takes public impact was place in the dramatic setting of Fort extraordinary. George, Inverness and is the largest Described by The annual Military Tattoo outside Edinburgh. Telegraph as ‘better than Highlights include The Military Band of Shakespeare’ and ‘Rona The Royal Regiment of Artillery, the Munro's thrilling trilogy Pipe Bands of The Black Watch and could be the finest The Highlanders’, a fly past from an history plays RAF Typhoon and a dazzling fireworks ever penned.’ display. The Tattoo showcases a mix of The James Plays sold local, military and international acts and celebrates the best of traditional and out their run at the ANNUAL contemporary Highland culture. Edinburgh International EVENT Festival and the National www.highlandmilitarytattoo.com Theatre of Great Britain September in London, causing a storm of attention, and Baxters Loch Ness Marathon thrilling audiences. Now returning for a Hairspray A Monster Race... running alongside the of the Loch Ness monster have attracted shores of the world's most famous loch. visitors from around the world for years. high-profile UK and The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray comes to Inverness as part international tour, these of its tour of the UK and Ireland with a brand new production, The Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & The monster is not the only long-running plays represent theatre- guaranteed to have you dancing the night away! Festival of Running is a notable fixture legend in the area, as Loch Ness is also making at its very best. on the running calendar. There are great home to one of the best marathons in It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an www.eden-court.co.uk even bigger heart, is on a mission to follow her dreams and dance her marathons around the world, many of them the UK. It is the biggest in Scotland which way onto national TV. Tracy’s audition makes her a local star and soon particularly marked by their settings, and takes place in a rural setting, and brings Scottish Opera the Loch Ness ranks right alongside them. lots of opportunities for all kinds of Revival of the 1999 co-production with she is using her newfound fame to fight for equality, bagging local heartthrob Link Larkin along the way! runners to take part – either in the Welsh National Opera Loch Ness is one of the best-known marathon or one of the associated destinations in the world. Its beautiful Sung in French with English supertitles With an all-star cast to be announced, Hairspray is an irresistible feel- running events. good show that will have you smiling for days - let your hair down! scenery and the centuries-old mystery Supported by Scottish Opera’s ‘Play a Supporting Role’ appeal www.eden-court.co.uk www.lochnessmarathon.com In the sultry heat of Seville, passions are high and drama is around every corner – and a hot-blooded tale of seduction and Brendan Cole - A Night To Remember obsession is about to unfold. Brendan Cole is once again set to dazzle audiences across the UK with his show, A Night From the ‘Habanera’ to the rousing to Remember. ‘Toreador’s Song’, Bizet’s brilliant music pulls you right into the action of this Brendan, one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most passionate love story. With a star- charismatic choreographers and performers, will studded cast including 2015 host throughout as he leads his cast on a journey International Opera Award winner of music and dance in a spectacular night of Justina Gringyte, one of the world’s theatrical entertainment. Loaded with ballroom most talked-about tenors Noah Stewart, magic and Latin excitement, Brendan’s newest and Roland Wood, direct from the live music and dance extravaganza will be drama of 2015’s Il trovatore, this is an 2016’s must see show! unforgettable evening not to be missed. www.eden-court.co.uk www.eden-court.co.uk

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We have a fabulous range of traditional and unique style venues for you to choose from.

Modern, academic, historical, cultural, non-conventional, fun – our venues can fit all different needs as you will see over the next few pages.

Contact us or the venues direct for any additional information you may need.

Bogbain Farm 18 Cawdor Castle 18 Centre for Health Science 19 Craigmonie Centre 19 Culloden Battlefield 20 Visitor Centre Dunrobin Castle 20 Eden Court 21 Fort George 21 Glen Ord Distillery 22 Highland Council Chambers 22 Inverness Airport 23 Inverness Botanic Gardens 23 Inverness Leisure Centre 24 Ironworks 24 The Highlanders' Museum 25 Loch Ness by Jacobite 25 Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition 26 The Archive Centre 26 Tomatin Distillery 27 Town House 27 Tulloch Caledonian Stadium 28 UHI 28 Urquhart Castle 29

Event capacity Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com They are fully accessible for wheelchair The Centre can offer a wide range of users and use external caterers to make facilities that are flexible, versatile and sure you’re well fed and watered during adaptable and excellent customer care is 18 the day. provided on site by the Centre’s facilities 19 team. Rooms are well equipped with audio At a Glance The venue includes The Barn - A converted visual technology and can be set up to At a Glance Bogbain Farm is a rustic and barn building with a comprehensive PA meet your individual requirements. The Centre for Health Science romantic converted barn venue system, stage, beautiful stone walls and a is an inspiring, state of the art suitable for private hire events ceiling of fun fairy lights! Can seat up to Facilities include a 150 seat auditorium, facility located in the capital such as weddings, parties & 150 people and 200 people standing. two lecture theatres for 50 and 100 and city of the Scottish Highland, corporate events. a number of classrooms, seminar rooms Inverness. The Bothy - A more modern, cosy room full Primary Contact: and meeting rooms. There is also a video Primary Contact: of natural light and with flooring made of old conferencing and computer training room, Mairi Keir wine crates. Can seat up to 120 people. Lindsey Moodie Venue Manager library, café, internal street and outdoor 01463 279574 01463 772800 The Bar - A welcoming reception area with courtyard, on site catering and plenty of car parking. Booking Enquires: Booking Enquires: a fully licensed bar with two large wood- e: cfhsroombooking@ e: Mairi@northernrootsevents. Bogbain Farm burning stoves providing a cosy atmosphere Centre for The Centre is in a fantastic location, with robertson.co.uk com or call 01463 772800 all year round. Inverness Airport only 15 minutes away, or call 01463 255000 Address: Bogbain Farm is just 3 miles south of The Studio - A much smaller room which Health Science Inverness Train and Bus Station 10 minutes Address: Bogbain Farm Inverness along the A9. The home of could be used as a meeting room, a quiet away and it also well connected to the local Old Perth Road Inverness brilliant festivals such as Brew at the Bog, space or a cloakroom. Create an inspiring setting for your event transport networks. Inverness IV2 5BD Northern Roots Festival and the Inverness by hosting it in the modern, stylish and IV2 3JH www.bogbainfarm.com Whisky Festival! They offer a lot of Outside - With stunning views overlooking unique location that the Centre for Health www.centreforhealthscience.com flexibility and can offer you a day delegate the Moray Firth, it really speaks for itself! Science offers. The Centre for Health rate or venue hire, depending on what suits Science has the modern facilities to meet a 300 your needs best. variety of needs including teaching, training, 150 conference, exhibitions and other events.

At a Glance Cawdor’s three outstanding gardens are The facilities Include a 200 seat theatre At a Glance The magical Cawdor Castle not to be missed. They include herbaceous with comfortable retractable, tiered seating, The Craigmonie Centre has dates back to the late 14th borders, roses, rhododendrons, the rare blue HD Projector, Blueray, DVD & VHS, a large a wide range of facilities century. Steeped in history, poppy, spring bulbs contemporary sculptures cinema screen for forward projection – rear including 200 seat Theatre, visitors are still delighted by it and a wild garden. In Cawdor Big Wood projection and stage sets by arrangement, Games hall, Meeting rooms, all to this day. are splendid trees and nature trails. On surround sound and PA system, professional weather floodlit pitch, Public Primary Contact: certain days walk to nearby Auchindoune lighting rig and curtains. Library, Fitness Room, and Ian Whitaker House to explore the Tibetan, formal and There are various meeting rooms that can more. Managing Director vegetable gardens as well as an orchard and accommodate from 10 to 80 delegates. A Primary Contact: 01667 404401 arboretum. multi gymnasium and sports hall – for a Fran Davidson range of indoor activities, all weather floodlit Centre Coordinator Booking Enquires: There are three shops, the gift shop, pitch, grass playing fields, fitness suite and e: [email protected] 07788 387 579 highland shop, the Courtyard Restaurant changing facilities. In addition – there is a or call 01667 404401 Booking Enquires: and Clubhouse Coffee shop offer a selection café, library, dining area, gallery area and e: Craigmoniecc@ Booking Enquires: of home baking and meals prepared by courtyard. e: [email protected] the Cawdor Chefs from the finest local highlifehighland.com or call 01667 404401 ingredients. In house catering that can offer everything or call 01456 459 224 Address: Cawdor Castle Craigmonie from a welcoming tea / coffee with home Address: The Courtyard Restaurant is available during baking, through to themed dinners using Craigmonie Centre Cawdor Castle A fairy-tale castle which you can touch the summer season in the evening for events local produce. Glen Urquhart High School Nairn and see and sense for yourself, Cawdor is a up to 50 guests. Outside the summer season Centre IV12 5RD Drumnadrochit splendid house and home to the Dowager the restaurant is available during the day This community centre is integrated Inverness-shire www.cawdorcastle.com Countess Cawdor. With its low doorways, and the evening. In addition to the restaurant with Glen Urquhart High School in IV63 6XA turnpike stairs, massive walls warmed by there is also space accommodate marquees Drumnadrochit, only 14 miles from www.craigmoniecentre.co.uk rare tapestries and its original kitchen, for up to 600 guests. 600 Inverness on the A82 by Loch Ness. With a Cawdor is a place where you can slip right range of youth activities, adult education and into Scottish History. a quality arts programme there is something 200 for everyone.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com Make use of the modern, environmentally Empire Theatre The auditorium remains at and disabled friendly facilities and restaurant the heart of the facilities at Eden Court. It with exciting new menus and a range of has a substantial stage backed up by a large 20 catering options from coffee and shortbread number of well appointed dressing rooms. 21 to buffet lunches and evening meals. The Designed over three levels, the Empire At a Glance space can be configured to become a multi- Theatre offers a range of very comfortable At a Glance The National Trust for Scotland functional space suitable for many events seating options with excellent sight lines. Eden Court is the main theatre welcomes corporate partners such as set formal dinners, theatre-style Capacity 840 and entertainment venue for for Culloden Battlefield and the events, concerts/talks and meetings. the Highlands in the heart of visitor centre. One Touch Theatre Versatile space which Inverness. The building houses, Primary Contact: Only 15 minutes from the airport the venue can seat 250 theatre style. These seats can two theatres, two cinemas, Andrew Mackenzie offers a unique space to host a range of roll away to allow the space to turn into a dance studios, meeting rooms, 01463 796090 events and meetings. With ample parking flat floor venue to accommodate exhibitions, cafe/bar and restaurant. on site and gorgeous views this is a special dinners and large cabaret meetings. Primary Contact: Booking Enquires: venue which attracts visitors from across e: [email protected] or call Jim Love Studio Large studio space with Claire Wardop the world. Conference & Events Manager 01463 796090 a mirrored wall. Room leads out on to a 01463 239841 Address: Culloden Battlefield We also offer guided tours of the battlefield, Eden Court covered room terrace which overlooks the Culloden Moor private costumed presentations and the River Ness. Capacity 100 theatre style. Booking Enquires: Inverness chance to explore our state of the art Eden Court is not only the premier arts e: [email protected] La Scala and Playhouse Cinemas. Capacities IV2 5EU Visitor Centre exhibition with 360 degree battle immersion and entertainment venue for the North of or call 01463 239841 138 / 86 www.nts.org.uk/culloden The National Trust for Scotland visitor theatre to give your visit something extra Scotland, but it is also the largest, most Address: centre at Culloden is available for a range special. adaptable conference venue. Spanning three The Bishops Palace Four function rooms Bishops Road of corporate hospitality. With two separate centuries of building, Eden Court boasts with capacities from 15 to 80 including Inverness 120 conference rooms available we offer a range state-of-the-art facilities providing event the Provost Smith Memorial Chapel - The IV3 5EX of options tailored to your needs. solutions for up to 1500 delegates. high vaulted ceiling, beautifully restored www.eden-court.co.uk stonework and the minstrel gallery all lend an air of magic to any occasion. 840

At a Glance Dunrobin Castle is wonderfully accessible to Within the boundary walls was At a Glance Dunrobin is the largest North all the main Scottish cities, whilst still quietly accommodation for a governor, officers, Fort George is one of the most Highland castle with 189 secluded in its own grounds and policies and artillery detachment and a 1,600 outstanding fortifications in rooms. Formal Gardens with well away from the madding crowd. Ideal for strong infantry garrison. It also housed Europe. It was built in the wake Falconry displays and a private that important corporate event or product more than 80 guns, a magazine for 2,500 of the Battle of Culloden (1746) Museum. launch - and quite the most romantic setting gunpowder barrels, ordnance and provision as an impregnable base for Primary Contact: for a wedding. The Castle combines a strong stores, a brewhouse and a chapel. King George II’s army. historical atmosphere, the facilities and Scott Morrison Fort George’s versatile and large space Primary Contact: Managing Director services of a 21st century house and the Brian Ford most elegant and majestic of interiors. can be used for a variety of events such 07881 918770 as annual events the Celebration of the 01667 460232 Booking Enquires: Dunrobin Castle represents everything that is Centuries - celebrating over two thousand Booking Enquires: e: [email protected] most precious about Scotland. Architecturally years of Scottish history. Fort George comes e: [email protected]. or call 01408 633177 diverse and filled with fabulous artefacts, to life as performers depict centuries of uk or call 01316 688885 Address: Dunrobin allows your guests to relax in the history from Picts and Romans, through Address: Dunrobin most stunning of surroundings. Business is Viking, Medieval, Renaissance, Reformation Ardersier Golspie successfully combined with pleasure here and Jacobite eras to World War I and II and Inverness-shire Sutherland Dunrobin Castle and the whole estate is well designed for Fort George The Highland Military Tattoo, the largest IV2 7TD KW10 6SF entertaining on all fronts. Tattoo outside Edinburgh, providing a flavour Many organisations are reaping the benefits Fort George is the finest example of 18th- www.historic-scotland.gov.uk of traditional and contemporary Highland www.dunrobincastle.co.uk of bringing their people and guests to the century military engineering anywhere in Next time you are considering a major event Culture, with highlights from The Military Highlands of Scotland – where they can or celebration, why not offer your guests a the British Isles. Band of The Royal Regiment of Artillery, 1000+ be assured of total focus and an almost rare glimpse of a bygone era. 100 the Pipe Bands of The Black Watch and therapeutic quality of clear air, beautiful Strategically positioned on a promontory jutting into the Moray Firth, the fort was The Highlanders. country and natural landscape - that ideal intended as an impregnable army base. It environment to impress and engage your was designed on a monumental scale, using delegates or guests, and an inspirational sophisticated defence standards, with heavy venue for an important celebration or guns covering every angle. Today, it would gathering. cost nearly £1 billion.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com Their whisky, The Singleton of Glen Ord is has maintained it's accredited status. Their for selected Asian markets only and at the customer service promise is to put people Visitor Centre and Whisky Shop. However, at the heart of their business and to provide 22 it is not available elsewhere in the UK or friendly and professional service in a calm 23 Europe. The Singleton of Glen Ord is a and safe environment. At a Glance rich, smooth-tasting, well-balanced whisky At a Glance A visit to Glen Ord Distillery, on with distinctive packaging. For the new The airport restaurant can be reconfigured A multi-functional space the edge of the Black Isle in the Singleton of Glen Ord, a higher proportion to become a multi-functional space suitable suitable for many events such Highlands west of Inverness, is of the liquid has been matured in European for many events such as set formal dinners, as set formal dinners, theatre- a delight to both the eye and oak, delivering a rich, smooth-tasting, well theatre-style events, concerts/talks, cabaret. style events, concerts/talks, the palate rounded style. This facility benefits from onsite catering and cabaret. Primary Contact: bar facilities. Capacity for up to 1,000. Primary Contact: Claire Fraser Glen Ord distillery was founded in 1838, Callum Smith making it one of the oldest in Scotland. The Exchange Business Suite offers a range Brand Home Manager of facilities from hot desking, one to one Airport Duty Manager 07590 808572 Situated on the edge of the Black Isle west 07825 681 256 of Inverness, Glen Ord continues to malt its meetings, small conferencing facilities up Booking Enquires: Booking Enquires: own barley and to use the long fermentation to 6 people and a large conference room e: [email protected] e: [email protected] and slow distillation methods followed there which can seat 25, up to 50 theatre style. All or call on 01463 872005 Glen Ord Distillery Inverness Airport or call 01667 464021 for generations. catering requirements from teas/coffees to Address: A visit to Glen Ord, the nearest distillery to Inverness Airport is located just 15 minutes banquet menus are also possible in the Suite. Address: Muir of Ord Inverness & Loch Ness in the Highlands of The visitor centre and museum is available from the city centre and provides an unusual Dalcross Airport Ross-shire Scotland, is a delight to both the eye and for private events and a truly unique venue space for a gala dinner or meeting. The airport offers plenty of parking spaces Inverness IV6 7UJ the palate. Join on a tour of the distillery for a meeting or evening function. available for all delegates. IV2 7JB Inverness was the first airport to achieve and watch distillers at work creating a www.discovering-distilleries. Hospitality Assured accreditation from www.hial.co.uk/inverness- magical malt whisky which is sweet, com/glenord the Hotel and Catering International airport malty and dry on the palate. Management Association, in 2002 and 100 1000

At a Glance occupied by the Chief Executive’s Service, With each new season the gardens are an At a Glance Available for relevant and on the upper floor the Chamber, two explosion of colour and texture with borders The Inverness Botanic Gardens conferences or to support city Committee Rooms and a Members’ Lounge. planted to demonstrate a wide variety of makes a wonderful year round wide events plants and growing conditions. destination, so come and revel The Chamber has seating for 113 people The impressive glasshouses reveal the in these beautiful and much Primary Contact: and has hosted a wide range of events over Alan Rawlinson drama of plant diversity ranging from the loved gardens and coffee shop. two and a half decades. Solar panels were tropical rainforests to arid, heat scorched c/o Visit Inverness Loch Ness added to the building recently to reduce the Primary Contact: 01463 219219 desert. These include the Tropical House Susan Menzies Council’s carbon footprint. and Cactus House Booking Enquires: Centre Co-ordinator e: [email protected] or call The Chamber was built principally to The Coffee shop has a dedicated private 01463 719106 01463 219219 provide a modern meeting place for the area available to screen off, seating up to Booking Enquires: former Regional Council. The building Address: 20 people. This is ideal for small celebration e: Inverness.botanics@ provides an impressive home for local Glenurquhart Road parties or meetings. highlifehighland.com democracy in the Highlands. It has also Inverness or call 01463 713553 hosted many UK and Scottish Government Meetings and other functions can be held IV3 5NX Address: meetings and visits from the Royal Family. in the beautiful tropical house, seating up Lane www.highland.gov.uk The Chamber includes all required AV to 50 people. Highland Council Inverness Botanic Inverness equipment and translation booths if required. IV3 5SS The two Committee Rooms can be used for The gardens and glass house are also 140 Chambers breakout meetings or green rooms and the Gardens fabulous settings for cocktail party, garden www.highlifehighland.com party or evening function. Member’s lounge is ideal for coffee breaks Opened in 1993 by Prince Edward, Inverness Located within the Council Headquarter in and networking. Botanic Gardens, formerly known as the 50 the heart of Inverness this extension was Floral Hall and Gardens, are an oasis of opened in 1986. The venue can be used by special arrangement for suitable events. calm and beauty within walking distance of Built at a cost of £1.6 million it incorporates the bustling city centre. offices on the ground floor, currently

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com Working with some major promoters, The Museum is based within Fort George Inverness Leisure has been proud to host which is still a working military barracks and 24 some very high profile Highland events. is currently home to 3 SCOTS. 25 Inverness Leisure can offer a fully supported The Blue Hackle Rooms at the Highlanders' At a Glance Event Management service for your events Museum offer a unique location for functions, At a Glance Inverness Leisure has facilities by one of our qualified and experienced parties, lunches, meetings and corporate The Highlanders’ Museum is to host your event whether you members of the team. hospitality in the heart of the Highlands. a visitor attraction and venue are looking to accommodate based within the picturesque from a few people to many In addition, Inverness Leisure can offer a They are situated on the second floor of the grounds of Fort George, near thousands of people. number of fully-functional meeting rooms Museum and have stunning views across Inverness. each of which can be set in various different Fort George and the Moray Firth. There are Primary Contact: two rooms available for hire – the dining Primary Contact: Audrey Dignan styles to comfortably accommodate up to Sam Long room and the board room. Customer Service & 50 people. Marketing & Events Officer Events Officer The dining room which can be set out in any 0131 310 8702 Other facilities at the leisure centre include a 01463 667500 format required and provides an excellent Booking Enquires: 25 metre competition pool, leisure pool, gym, Booking Enquires: setting to entertain clients or perhaps host e: sam@ e: Audrey.dignan@ Inverness Leisure studios, sports halls, climbing wall, athletics The Highlanders’ a small dinner or lunch. The dining room thehighlandersmuseum.com or invernessleisure.co.uk or call track and field, a health suite with sauna, comfortably seats 12 people. Our board/ call 0131 310 8702 steam and spa, a bistro and ample parking 01463 667500 Centre Museum meeting room seats a maximum of 24 Address: spaces for delegates. Address: As one of the largest leisure facilities in the The Highlanders’ Museum is home to the people and is fully equipped. Fort George Bught Lane Highlands of Scotland, Inverness Leisure can largest number of military artefacts outside Should you wish to have a larger function, Ardersier, Nr Inverness Inverness easily be converted for use to accommodate London. The Museum tells the story of the whole Museum can be booked and can IV2 7TD IV3 5SS shows, conferences and major events with the Highland Regiments from just after the accommodate up to 80 people for drinks www.thehighlandersmuseum. www.invernessleisure.co.uk capacity for over 2,000 for a concert or up Battle of Culloden up to the present day. receptions, lunches and events. The com to 1,000 for a gala dinner Museum is also able to offer marquee hire for larger parties. 1000 80

At a Glance offer infinite possibilities that will inspire, At a Glance The Ironworks is a purpose motivate and entertain your colleagues For over 40 years, Loch Ness The main hall can hold up to 250 people built live music, event and and customers. by Jacobite, the 5 star cruise seated cabaret style or 350 theatre style. conference venue in the heart and tour operator, has enjoyed The lounge can seat 30 delegates As a 5 star operator on Loch Ness, of Inverness, Scotland, boasting a monster reputation for a state of the art equipment and boardroom style and up to 120 theatre style. Jacobite provides a first-class service that fantastic visitor experience. a fully professional team. They also have two rooms available for includes a choice of 4 impressive vessels, workshop space and breakout sessions. catering for 12 to up to 150 guests, with Primary Contact: Primary Contact: comfortable decks and fully stocked bars, Freda Newton Caroline MacLeod A complete audio-visual package can be sailing from the loch’s most convenient Managing Director 0871 789 4173 provided and the venue is also completely departure points. They can work with you 01463 233999 Booking Enquires: wi-fi enabled for full internet access and to plan the perfect route for your cruise, Booking Enquires: e: caroline@ironworksvenue. their professional staff are on hand to taking in inspiring sights and historic e: [email protected] or call com or call 01463 718555 provide you with whatever you need to landmarks such as Urquhart Castle and 01463 567265 ensure a successful conference or event Address: the Caledonian Canal. Address: at The Ironworks. 122b Academy Street Dochgarroch lock And when it comes to the added ‘Wow!’ Inverness Dochgarroch One of the benefits of choosing The factor, Loch Ness by Jacobite offers you a IV1 1LX Ironworks Ironworks is its location, perfectly situated in Loch Ness by Inverness choice of on-board catering, entertainment IV3 8JG www.ironworksvenue.com The Ironworks in Inverness is not only a the centre of Inverness. There is car parking other thoughtful touches that will create a fantastic venue for live music but is also a adjacent to the venue and it is only two Jacobite truly memorable occasion. From Highland www.jacobite.co.uk dynamic space with a variety of options to minutes walk from the city's bus and train pipers and live bands, to whisky tasting 500 Inspiration flows with Loch Ness by Jacobite. stations, as well as the bustling city centre. and historic reenactments, a bespoke cater for all of your conferencing needs. 150 Loch Ness by Jacobite has taken the already chartered cruise gives you the flexibility If you are looking for somewhere to hold enchanting and memorable experience to create a complete event on the waters theatre style conferences, board meetings, of sailing the waters of our world-famous of Loch Ness, or as an inspiring departure awards ceremonies, product launches, loch - and enhanced the experience in every from your on-shore conference or event. exhibitions, workshops or seminars, they way, with bespoke chartered cruises that provide the perfect space for your event.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com With translations in 17 languages and 11 Following the tour you will return to the language narrations - the exhibition is an Visitor Centre where you will be offered the insight into the Loch's wider significance, opportunity to sample different expressions 26 whilst keeping the mystery centre stage. of Tomatin. As well as our complete range of 27 whiskies on sale, there's an extensive range At a Glance Using a highly effective mix of lasers, digital of other quality gifts. At a Glance The exhibition was opened by projection and special effects, the Loch Ness Highland Single Malt Distillery explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes. Centre & Exhibition charts the history of the Tomatin offer a number of tours to learn how Visitor Centre with a selection It takes visitors through seven monster by exploring Scotland's geological the award winning Whisky is produced each of in-depth distillery and themed areas on a journey past it's folklore and the various research of which are followed with an opportunity to tasting experiences. from the dawn of time to the projects carried out on the Loch. sample during a tutored nosing and tasting. Primary Contact: third millennium. Cruises from the centre run hourly every The visitor centre is available for meeting or Louise Taylor Primary Contact: day during the season on The Loch Ness meals – up to 50 pas. The venue has two General Manager Robbie Bremner Project research vessel Deepscan. Onsoite other function spaces, the intimate tasting 01463 248144 01456 450573 there is a cafe/restaurant seating up to 120 room for groups up to 12 and a much larger Booking Enquires: Booking Enquires: people and a vast shopping facility offering space in the heart of the distillery for up to e: [email protected] e: [email protected] or call Loch Ness Centre customers everything from kilts, cashmere Tomatin Distillery 100 pax. or call 01463 248144 01456 450573 and woollens, to a Whisky shop, Nessie shop Address: Guests can also fill their own bottle of cask Address: and even a place to research your ancestry! On a tour, friendly guides will welcome Tomatin Distillery strength distillery exclusive whisky. Drumnadrochit and Exhibition you and talk you through the whole Tomatin The centre is available as a unique venue for Inverness-shire Seven themed areas and five hundred production process, from mashing and IV13 7YT meeting or an evening cocktail party. IV63 6TU million years of history, natural mystery and distilling to maturation. www.tomatin.com www.lochness.com legend, revealing the unique environment of Loch Ness and the famous Nessie story. 100 200

At a Glance The Centre is the only venue in the This building replaced the Old Town At a Glance Explore the heritage of the Highlands with access to ScotandsPeople House, which was built in 1708 as Historical building in the heart Highlands through our diverse Network, providing access to a wealth of the Inverness home of Lord Lovat, became of Inverness. historic records from across the whole of the Burgh Town House in 1716 and was archive collections. Whether Primary Contact: your interest is local or family Scotland including Census Returns from demolished in 1878. Scott Taylor history, there is something to 1841 to 1911; Old Parish Registers up to 1854; The interior is grand, with an imposing Civic & Facilities Team Leader appeal to everyone. and Births, Marriages and Deaths (from 07557 744411 January 1855). staircase rising from the entrance to Primary Contact: access the principal rooms: the sizeable Booking Enquires: Janet Baker The Highland Archive Centre is open to all Town Hall, the Council Chamber and a e: [email protected]. Education & Outreach Officer and knowledgeable staff are always on hand committee room. The wood-panelled uk or call 01463 785115 01463 256444 to assist you. One to one consultations with Council Chamber features fine stained- Address: Booking Enquires: family history staff are available to book glass windows and grand chandeliers. High Street e: archives@highlifehighland. every day, and they can help you to research This was used for a historic meeting of the Inverness com or call 01463 256444 your family history, with access to Scottish, British Cabinet, the first and only occasion IV1 1JJ English and Welsh Civil Registration records it had met outside London until the Address: www.highland.gov.uk Bught Road and many other types of online resources. practice was re-introduced in 2008. Inverness The Archive Town House The hi-tech learning centre is available for The Town House served as the base for IV3 5SS 40 meetings and conferences with a capacity Built in the Flemish-Baronial style on the Inverness Town Council until the 1960s. www.highlandarchives.org.uk/ Centre up to 30 theatre style. The building also corner of Castle Street and High Street It remains in use for meetings, civic harc.asp The Highland Archive Centre is responsible includes the ceremony suite with a 130 in Inverness city centre, the Town House functions, concerts and civil marriages. for collecting and preserving the historic theatre style capacity. was constructed in 1878-82 to the design 130 record of the Highlands. The archives of local architect William Lawrie as a larger date from the 14th century to the present version of Sir George Gilbert Scott's Albert day and consist of original documents in Institute in Dundee. different formats from charters, minutes, correspondence and accounts to maps, photographs and films.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com The castle’s history is told in the exhibition As a conference venue Tulloch Caledonian and audio-visual display in the new visitor Stadium is renowned for first class facilities, centre. The centre features an outstanding 28 food and friendly service and has built up an array of medieval artefacts found at the 29 impressive portfolio of regular customers. castle. It also tells the stories of the noble At a Glance families who held the castle at different At a Glance The Stadium is much more The Kingsmills Suite on Level 1 is a large times: the Durwards, the MacDonalds and Discover 1,000 years of than just a football club; it is an space accommodating up to 180 guests for the Grants. drama, experience a glimpse ideal venue if you are planning a dinner or party. The Boardroom is the ideal of medieval life and enjoy a banqueting event, dinner, space for a small dinner or conference for up The visitor centre contains a café, a shop, stunning views over Loch Ness. conference or party. to 40 guests. an exhibition and interpretation area, an Primary Contact: audio-visual presentation and toilets, all on Primary Contact: The Miller Lounge is situated on Level 2 Euan Fraser Samantha Skinner one level. Its veranda offers stunning views Castle Manager offering a panoramic view of the pitch and 01463 222880 of the loch. 01456 450551 the west of Inverness. This room holds up to Booking Enquires: 18 guests. The nearby Executive Box offers The castle and grounds are available for all Booking Enquires: e: samantha.skinner@ictfc. the same views as the Miller Lounge and can types of functions. The 80 seater theatre e: [email protected]. co.uk or call 01463 227455 accommodate up to 16 people. Urquhart Castle can be used for presentations, meetings and uk or call 01456 450551 Address: Tulloch Caledonian lectures, the grounds are available for large Address: East Longman The smallest spaces are the Hospitality The magnificently situated Urquhart garden parties or picnics and the restaurant Stone Inverness boxes of which there are five in total, holding Castle, on the banks of Loch Ness, remains is ideal for a dinner as you overlook the Drumnadrochit IV1 1FF Stadium up to 10 guests each. an impressive stronghold despite its Castle and Loch Ness behind. Inverness-shire www.ictfc.com With a range of function suites to suit your As you would expect of a quality conference ruinous state. IV63 6XJ needs, plus the ability to provide bespoke venue flipcharts, screens, projectors and TV/ Urquhart was once one of Scotland’s largest www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/ menus for each event you will need to look DVD facilities are available together with castles. Its remains include a tower house – places 180 no further for an exciting venue in Inverness. complimentary wi-fi.The convenient setting the most recent building on the site – that of the Stadium and ease of parking offer an commands splendid views of the famous 300 unbeatable combination. loch and Great Glen.

Dolphin spotting tours in the Moray Firth are available daily. At a Glance If you need a room for a meeting with Inverness College UHI is the the latest smartboard technology, a lecture largest partner of the University theatre seating 180 or simply a meeting of the Highlands and Islands space for brainstorming, we have a room (UHI) together with 12 other to suit. Prices start at £125 for the day for colleges and internationally a classroom and £260 for our lecture renowned research centres. theatre. They can also provide catering, Primary Contact: photocopying and even the odd lecturer Stuart Stirling for an evening class. 01463 273532 The fully licensed training restaurant Booking Enquires: serves delicious 2 and 3 course meals. The e: [email protected] or restaurant is open most Tuesday, Wednesday call 01463 273000 and Thursdays for lunch, the general public Address: are encouraged to sample the professional Ness Walk cookery students cuisine and hospitality Inverness students service. Booking is essential. IV3 5SQ UHI Service is provided by tge Hospitality students and the cooking is crafted by www.inverness.uhi.ac.uk Inverness College UHI has opened its doors Professional Cookery students. at its new location, the new building has amalgamated the old Longman building and 180 Midmills building and will be a key part of the community. It will not only build links with local businesses but also will provide facilities for use by the general public.

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Achnagairn Castle 32 Aldourie Castle 32 Best Western House Hotel 33 Best Western Palace Hotel 33 Bunchrew House 34 Columba Hotel 34 Craigmonie Hotel 35 Culloden House 35 Glen Mhor Hotel 36 Glenmoriston Town House 36 Kingsmills Hotel & Spa 37 Loch Ness Clansman Hotel 37 Loch Ness Country House Hotel 38 Mercure Inverness 38 The Inverness Hotel 39 The Lovat 39 The New Drumossie Hotel 40 The Royal Highland 40 The Waterside 41

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Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com The reception rooms can provide you with since 1985 and they have over the years the flexibility of a unique meeting room for upgraded the building – extending it by up to 100 delegates or they can simply be adding a purpose built Banqueting Suite with 32 used as a relaxing breakout area. The jewel capacity to 200, New Kitchens, Victorian 33 in the crown, the vaulted ballroom provides Conservatory Restaurant and most recently At a Glance a fabulous backdrop of original features a new Garden Wing of luxury Bedrooms. At a Glance 5* Exclusive use venue on including a stunning fireplace and minstrels A former Mansion House set in the outskirts of Inverness set gallery seating up to 150. The individually The fabric of the whole building is kept to a its own grounds in quiet area of in 15 acres of woodland and designed 24 bedrooms and luxurious very high standard and they along with their Inverness. manicured gardens. bathrooms will cause a stir during any event experienced management team and staff Primary Contact: Primary Contact: as delegates debate who has the most assure you of a warm welcome and the best Eileen Fraser Marina Huggett glorious room. When in fact the answer is, of attention. Owner 01463 831 878 they all do! The Victorian mansion house hotel is set in 01463 235995 Booking Enquires: Achnagairn offers you the freedom to plan its own grounds, giving you the freedom to Booking Enquires: enquiries@perfect-manors. [email protected] e: your event exactly as you want it, whether enjoy your break in a quiet residential area of e: com or call 0845 057 4212 or call 01463 235995 it's a conference, a meeting or celebration. Inverness, just 1.5 miles from the city centre. Address: Address: Achnagairn Castle They do not prescribe where, when or how, Best Western The Conservatory restaurant overlooks the Achnagairn Estate they encourage you to talk to them about Stratherrick Road, A privately owned luxury venue in Scotland, gardens, this fine restaurant serves equally Inverness-shire your event so they can help you choose how Inverness awarded a 5* rating for both the Castle and Lochardil House fine Scottish food. IV5 7PD to deliver it with maximum impact. Nothing IV2 4LF www.perfect-manors.com it's recently built luxury lodges. With history constrains you, but your imagination! The three function rooms include the www.lochardil.co.uk dating back as far as the early 17th century, Hotel Anderson room with a capacity of 20 in the castle itself is set within 15 acres of the Lochardil House has been privately owned theatre style, the Victoria up to 120 and 24 150 Achnagairn Estate. and personally supervised by the Hosts Macdonald up to 200 in theatre or banquet. 28 200 – Eileen Fraser and Graeme MacBean

At a Glance If you are looking to rent a castle in Scotland Opposite Inverness Castle, on the banks At a Glance Located in one of the world’s for a private event then you may find your of the River Ness, a city centre location, The perfect place and location most iconic locations, the dream location at Aldourie castle, a luxury with a warm and friendly welcome so you to enjoy your highland escape. 5 star exclusive hire residential property historic Aldourie Estate is can unwind. Primary Contact: home to the only habitable available only for private hire to one group Mark Scobbie You’ll enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep in castle on the southern shores booking. General Manager of Loch Ness. a stylish room and wake up a superb Aldourie can host any type of corporate 01463 22 77 80 Primary Contact: Scottish buffet breakfast. Relax in the occasion and can transform from lovely leisure club and spa, unwind by the Booking Enquires: Lavinia Turner accommodating intimate strategy meetings e: [email protected] or 50 foot swimming pool or de-stress with a General Manager in the drawing room to huge product call 01463 22 77 80 0870 6250265 little pampering in the Spa. launches on the spectacular 500 acre estate. Address: Booking Enquires: You can relax in the Brasserie with a 8 Ness Walk The most welcoming and homely castle in e: [email protected] Inverness Scotland is just five miles from the city of Starbucks coffee and a cake or simply or call 0870 6250265 IV3 5NG Inverness yet it is completely in a world of its enjoy a glass of wine and watch the river Address: own. This alone makes it extremely sought ness flow by. With free Wi-Fi you can stay www.invernesspalacehotel. Aldourie Castle Estate connected where ever you are in the co.uk Loch Ness after as luxury group accommodation in the Aldourie Castle Best Western hotel too. Inverness spectacular Scottish Highlands. Aldourie castle is an exclusive use property IV2 6EL with 13 bedrooms and is available for groups Aldourie, with incredible highland views, Palace Hotel & Spa Meeting in Inverness could not be easier 88 110 www.aldouriecastle.co.uk is set within 500 acres of private grounds at the Palace, with the perfect city centre to take over as their own home. It is also The Palace Hotel & Spa has been hosting combining woodland, parkland and gardens. location, free wifi internet access and free ideal for private corporate bookings for business meetings, functions, events, The castle’s estate even has its own pier and car parking for you and your attendees. meetings and other events and is available parties, celebrations & family occasions in 13 20 marina onto the famous shores of The Palace offers you the ideal Inverness as a filming location. Inverness for more than 100 years and it is a Loch Ness. hotel meeting room with lovely views of great location for your event. the River and Castle – capacity 110

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com Three miles from Inverness city centre but a This fine independently run highland hotel world apart lies the finest of Inverness hotels boasts 40 well-appointed en-suite bedrooms set in 20 acres of beautiful gardens and ranging from single rooms to superior 34 woodland right down on the shores of the doubles and gorgeous family rooms. 35 . At a Glance You will find a warm welcome At a Glance A baronial style, four star, The spectacular views and summer sunsets complemented by professional service and Built in 1880, centrally located country house nestled in a range of facilities for both you and your with the ambience of a country Hi-res req can be enjoyed from our Cedar Tree Hi-res req woodland on the shores of the restaurant. You can wander the gardens and guests to enjoy throughout your stay. house Beauly Firth. grounds or relax in our comfortable drawing Originally built in 1880, the building has Primary Contact: Primary Contact: room or cocktail lounge (both with log fires). been skilfully redecorated and now stands Niall MacLennan David Scobie as a hotel of impeccable quality, boasting a General Manager The Cocktail Bar is cosy and welcoming – General Manager relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The Hotel 01463 231649 01463 234917 just the place to relax and unwind in front of reflects the perfect balance of traditional Booking Enquires: Booking Enquires: the log fire with one of the many fine malt style and modern comfort with all the e: reception@craigmoniehotel. e: welcome@ whiskies. The windows look out onto the facilities to satisfy even the most co.uk or call 01463 231649 gardens and in particular The Loving Tree. bunchrewhousehotel.com or Bunchrew House Craigmonie discerning guest. Address: call 01463 23491 9 Annfield Road The Mackenzie Room is used as a small Leisure facilities consist of an indoor heated Address: Steeped in history Bunchrew House Hotel Inverness dining room for parties of up to 14 or as a swimming pool, sauna and mini gym. Bunchrew is a 17th century Scottish mansion, offering Hotel IV2 3HX meeting room. It has a log fire and fine views Inverness excellent hotel accommodation with 16 over the Beauly Firth. The Craigmonie Hotel is situated in a quiet The Banqueting Suite can seat up www.craigmoniehotelinverness. IV3 8TA luxurious rooms and award-winning cuisine. leafy residential area, yet only a matter to a maximum of 140 guests for banqueting co.uk www.bunchrewhousehotel.com Our highland welcome to this quality of minutes from the centre of Inverness. and up to 200 guests a meeting. The room Inverness hotel is second to none. The Hotel has the ambience of a country benefits from natural daylight and with its house, offering a comfortable and relaxed own large dance floor and bar area. 40 200 16 90 atmosphere in which to enjoy your stay, whether it be for business or pleasure.

At a Glance Inside its historic exterior, the Columba Hotel Corporate events for some of the biggest At a Glance The Columba Hotel, originally houses bright, airy rooms. Each has a TV with names in Banking, Whisky, Fashion & Culloden House is one of built in 1881, is in the heart satellite channels and facilities for making Motor industry have taken place at the most attractive small of Inverness with views over tea and coffee. Culloden House and their ability to cater country houses of its period in the River Ness and Inverness for clients of all types makes Culloden Scotland. Castle. There are 82 en suite bedrooms including a deluxe suite, many with river and castle House an ideal base. Primary Contact: Primary Contact: views, restaurant and bar. Stephen Davies Amy Windsor Product launches, vintage car rallies, General Manager historic weekends or if you are just General Manager Hi-res req The hotel's décor combines traditional Hi-res req 01463 790461 organizing a team break away from it all 0843 1787112 comfort with contemporary style and Booking Enquires: Booking Enquires: amenities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout they can arrange an array of activities to e: reservations@cullodenhouse. e: reservations.columba@ the building. suit your requirements and time scale. co.uk or call 01463 790461 bespokehotels.com or call There is a large restaurant with a Carvery Culloden's excellent reputation for food Address: 0844 1787112 breakfast and a Daily evening Menu and means that private dinner parties can also Culloden House Avenue Address: also John MacNabs Bar & Bistro serving be arranged in either the Morning Room or Culloden 7 Ness Walk traditional cuisine, which also benefits from the Forbes Room. Inverness Inverness Columba Hotel live Music on Saturdays during the Summer. Culloden House IV2 7BZ IV3 5NF This grand hotel has a great location in This handsome Inverness luxury hotel with Conference facilities are available with www.cullodenhouse.co.uk www.bespokehotels.com/ In the summer, you can look out over the room sizes ranging from boardroom for the heart of Inverness, yet in a quiet area beautiful floral decoration that surrounds 28 bedrooms stands in nearly 40 acres columbahotel with splendid views of the River Ness and where you are free to wander about the 12 to theatre style for up to 70 delegates. Inverness Castle. In the winter, the trees that The house has standard conferencing 28 70 Inverness Castle. line Ness Walk are decked with fairy lights. woodland and private gardens to enjoy the equipment and wireless internet access. 82 150 exceptional peace, tranquility and majesty of the grounds. Exclusive use of the House is More specialist equipment can be hired available depending on the time of year. locally. What ever your needs they will endeavour to accommodate.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com The Hanover Room holds 20 theatre style, The Kingsmills Suite, which can divide into 4 20 for a private dinner and up to 15 in a smaller rooms,offers 410 sqm of design led boardroom layout. meeting space. Together with the existing 36 meeting rooms in the original mansion 37 Riverside Room: with ample natural day light house, they now have 7 rooms. At a Glance and French doors onto the front hotel terrace At a Glance A quiet city centre collection of it easily can accommodate 65 theatre style, They can host large residential conferences Historical mansion house period Victorian townhouses 35 board room formation and 60 for a with break out syndicate rooms, smaller dating back to 1765 offering Hi-res req Hi-res req and apartments located on the private dinner. meetings with impact, large impressive luxury and service unrivalled banks of the River Ness. banquets or intimate dinners. The rooms in Inverness. The seventy five bedrooms and eleven in the original house are truly elegant and Primary Contact: apartments and private house cater for all Primary Contact: Emanuel Moine are enhanced by the original 18th century Craig Ewan leisure and business requirements - from General Manager corniced ceilings and the cosy Adams room, General Manager 01463 234308 stunning suites with river views, luxurious which hosted Robert Burns for dinner, has 01463 237166 three bed apartments, to small singles for the original working fire place. Booking Enquires: the modest budget. Booking Enquires: e: [email protected] With 147 stunning rooms and complimentary e: reservations@ or call 01463 234308 Glen Mhor Hotel Great hospitality, ample onsite parking, fibre Kingsmills Hotel onsite parking they have the ideal venue. kingsmillshotel.com Address: optic Wi-Fi and the premier location makes Rooms are large and spacious withsuper- or call 01463 257100 8 to 15 Ness Bank this the number one place to stay in the city. The much-loved Kingsmills Hotel, set king-sized beds. Classic rooms are elegant, Address: Inverness & Apartments within acres of manicured grounds blends Patio rooms take you directly into the Road IV2 5GA Whether you're hosting a sales conference, Situated within the hotel, Nicos Bistro & Bar historic tradition, contemporary design and gardens, Luxury Rooms deliver luxury in its Inverness is inspired by traditional Scottish home-style www.theinvernesshotel.com an informal brainstorming session, or a gala passionate service. Originally built in 1785, finest form and Cocoon and Retreat rooms IV2 3LP dinner, their meeting and function rooms cooking - guests are offered a relaxed and an air conditioned events venue was added in the exclusive Kingsclub and Spa are truly kingsmillshotel.com can accommodate any event. informal dining experience and it is one of in 2014 indulgent! 80 65 the best known restaurants in Inverness. New for 2015 are Garden rooms nestled in Hanover Room: with its large windows 147 480 overlooking the River Ness, ideal for a private idyllic seclusion in the grounds. luncheon or board meeting or dinner party.

At a Glance "Impressive!" The first and final word you They have 26 en-suite bedrooms that can At a Glance The Glenmoriston Town House want running through people's minds when accommodate up to 66 people. Exclusive Set on the shores of the most Inverness is a luxury boutique you're running a meeting or event. When it use is available. mysterious stretch of water hotel with that little bit more. comes to event space and meeting rooms in the world, the hotel enjoys in Inverness The Glenmoriston is dressed Award winning Cobbs Restaurant is Primary Contact: panoramic views of our breath renowned for fabulous food- generous Ben Larsen to impress. taking Loch Nesss of our portions of the finest local produce with a breath taking Loch Ness General Manager The meeting rooms have the capacity to 01463 223777 contemporary twist and delicious deserts Primary Contact: inspire, and the flexibility to cater for a wide are always served with two spoons! Booking Enquires: Hi-res req variety of meetings and events. Hi-res req Fraser Campbell Managing Director e: reception@ They hold an extensive range of fine The Glenmorangie Room is a brilliantly 01456 450326 glenmoristontownhouse.com or wines and whiskies to suit all palates and intimate space for meeting with colleagues call 01463 223777 budgets. A stunning 'mirrored wall' ensures Booking Enquires: or socializing among peers. This versatile Address: e: [email protected] or and practical room can comfortably that all diners can keep an eye on any 20 Ness Bank call 01456 450326 accommodate up to 16 delegates. WIFI, Air unusual happenings on the Loch whilst Inverness Address: conditioning, Flat Screen TV and conference enjoying their meal! IV2 4SF Brackla call facilities are available. www.glenmoristontownhouse. Glenmoriston Loch Ness The main conference room is spacious, Loch Ness-side com The Windsor Room is an ideal space for bright and looks onto Loch Ness. Capacity IV3 8LA Town House a meeting of the minds or a large social Clansman Hotel to 70 theatre or 120 for a reception. www.lochnessview.com gathering. Accommodating up to 90 One of the most respected of Inverness's With extensive hotel conference facilities 31 90 Delegates this self contained space is one In addition they have 4 Syndicate rooms hotels has an enviable reputation for service way to impress with a self contained bar, and an ideal layout for up to 70 delegates, for up to 8 people in each and several 26 70 and style, with 30 stunning bedrooms, relaxing seating for delegates and all modern the Loch Ness Clansman Hotel near breakout areas. brasserie, cocktail and whisky bar and fine day technology. Inverness is an excellent conference venue dining restaurant. to hold day or residential business seminars The hotels expert team will ensure that your or other corporate events. meeting or event is as slick as it is stylish, with creative catering, the latest technology and perfect service.

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At a Glance gym, open 24 hours. Pull open the curtains interest as well as maintaining a loyal At a Glance Choose the Mercure Inverness of your classic room and you're greeted with customer base, who are captivated by the The Lovat is an award winning Hotel for a dramatic Highland views of the hotel’s naturally warm hospitality in such an luxury Victorian hotel full of backdrop and Inverness Old River Ness or the picturesque Old Town. iconic location. character that is carefully Town right on your doorstep. All bedrooms feature a flat-screen TV and balanced by contemporary You can't get more central complimentary high speed WiFi. The hotel is perfect for families, outdoor charm. enthusiasts or those who just wish for a than this! In privilege and superior rooms you Primary Contact: quiet getaway and its central location gives Primary Contact: can enjoy a Nespresso coffee machine, Caroline Gregory it an ideal base for longer days out or for Fraser Perkins newspaper, robe and slippers. General Manager Hi-res req exploration from the doorstep. General Manager Both meeting rooms are fully equipped with 01456 459250 0844 8159006 complimentary wi-fi, audio-visual equipment There are two dining areas at the hotel - The Booking Enquires: Booking Enquires: and space for up to 200 delegates. These Brasserie offers an à la carte menu available e: [email protected] e: sales.mercureinverness@ range from the Ambassador room for up throughout the year however, it is Station or call 01456 459250 jupiterhotels.co.uk or call to 12 to the Inverness Suite for up to 220 Road that is the platform to highlight the Address: 0844 815 9006 theatre style or 200 for a dinner. true talents of Head Chef, Sean Kelly. Sean Fort Augustus, Address: is subtly ambitious & adventurous in his Inverness-shire There's parking for up to 55 cars and access Church Street Mercure Inverness The Lovat creativity, pushing his boundaries as well as PH32 4DU Inverness to the Mercure Inverness Hotel is easy being yours with his 5 course set menu. The 3 Located on the banks of the River Ness the The Lovat is an independently owned former www.thelovat.com IV1 1DX located in the centre of Inverness. The hotel rosette restaurant, Station Road doesn‘t offer Mercure has 118 guestrooms, restaurant, ensures that our business services and Victorian station hotel located in the bustling fine dining instead it offers FUN dining. www.mercureinverness.co.uk bar and 2 meeting rooms. conference facilities meet the highest yet quaint village of Fort Augustus on the 28 70 expectations. They will set up your meeting banks of Loch Ness. They have two rooms available, the first can For relaxation, explore the beautiful room exactly to your specifications and offer hold 40 theatre style or 30 seated at 3 round 118 220 surroundings, including legendary Loch a range of equipment to hire for your event. Over the last 10 years the hotel has been tables, whilst the larger can seat 70 theatre Ness six miles away or keep yourself in peak nurtured by Caroline Gregory and her team, style or 50 seated on round tables. fitness with a workout in the fully-equipped into becoming an award winning eco- conscious nimbus that is attracting increasing

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com Boasting extensive conferencing lighters controlled by dimmers for brightness facilities, fully-equipped meeting rooms, or effect. Hi-speed Wi-Fi is available free of delicious food and drink and luxurious charge to conference delegates. 40 accommodation, Macdonald Drumossie 41 Hotel can host meetings, conferences and If you are looking for a conference, meeting, At a Glance events for up to 500 people. training or any corporate event in the At a Glance Set within 9 acres of Inverness area The Waterside hotel can offer Owner run, traditional 3 landscaped parkland All function suites and meeting rooms you all the benefits of a meeting package at star hotel with all mod cons Drumossie Hotel offers a benefit from lovely natural daylight and an amazing price. including free hi-speed winning combination of elegant Hi-res req air-conditioning. Stay connected with Hi-res req broadband. Ideal for business The conference suite offers flexibility surroundings and comfort. complimentary wireless internet access or leisure visits enabling each location to facilitate any size Primary Contact: throughout the hotel and rest assured Primary Contact: the dedicated meeting and events team or type of event, ranging from corporate Sarah Porter seminars and banqueting functions to Grant Manson Booking Manager will guarantee smooth running of your General Manager important occasions. informal meetings and private dining. They 01463 236451 can provide additional breakout areas giving 01463 233065 Booking Enquires: After a busy day of leisure activities or you flexibility to meet your requirements. Booking Enquires: e: events@drumossiehotel. The New business meetings, dine in the award The Waterside e: info@thewatersideinverness. co.uk or call 01463 236451 winning Grill Room Restaurant and wind The conference facilities are complimented co.uk by the high standard of food, quality service Address: down in the traditional comfort of The The Waterside Hotel is one of the best or call 01463 233065 and a welcoming friendly environment. Old Perth Road Drumossie Hotel Lounge, before retreating to one of the located venues in Inverness, offering flexible Address: conference and meeting room facilities and Inverness Set in nine acres of parkland with stylish, soothing rooms. Simply hire the room for your needs or make 18-19 Ness Bank dining rooms, accommodating from 2 to IV2 4QJ spectacular views over the Moray Firth, the the most of a great value 24hr delegate Inverness 150 guests. www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/ listed art deco New Drumossie Hotel is an rates. They offer special rates for Sunday IV2 4SF our-hotels/new-drumossie- oasis of peace and elegance. The Conference and Events suite, boasts evening accommodation, please contact www.thewatersideinverness. hotel modern fibre optic lighting and interactive hotel direct for details. co.uk sound system along with plenty of LED down

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At a Glance A range of meeting rooms provides The Royal Highland is truly conference, meeting and training facilities A spectacular sunset over Loch Ness a venue with a difference from 2 -180. With fine dining and the 'Spirit - unique central location, of the North' freely available from the hotel sumptuous classical interiors bars, and the comfort of lovely bedrooms and excellent service and you have the perfect recipe for a throughout. successful event. Primary Contact: Indranil Banerjee The perfect place for interaction of learning Regional General Manager and creative thinking with fun, whatever your 01463 233160 preferences. Let your imagination run riot in Booking Enquires: the knowledge that the creative events team e: info@royalhighlandhotel. will customize and plan your whole event, co.uk or call 01463 231926 including activities and itineraries, allowing you to concentrate on your own agenda to Address: Station Square make the most of it. They recognize that Academy Street The Royal Highland many clients are looking for something Inverness a little different, and one stop planning, The hotel's hallmarks of tranquillity, warmth, IV1 1LG coordination and management takes the charm and great style sit wonderfully with strain and pressure away from them. www.royalhighlandhotel.co.uk the 'centre of adventure' in the North which is Inverness. 84 180

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Interesting, unique and a varied range of activity options are essential to the success of any event.

Be that an element in an incentive programme or as part of a partners programme during a conference.

Our local landscape is perfect for exploring the great outdoors and we can work with you and our service providers to create programmes that give your guests the most memorable experiences possible.

Boots 'n' Paddles 44 Caley Cruisers 44 Country Sports 45 Craggan Outdoors 45 Cruise Loch Ness 46 Explore Highland 46 Highland Free Spirits 47 Kingsmill Spa 47 Ticket-To-Ride 48 WOW 48 Golf Castle Stuart 50

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com Offering canoeing, kayaking, gorge Enjoy fly fishing for salmon on great rivers, swimming and coasteering, archery, Highland wild brown trout on the myriad highland Games, climbing, abseiling and whitewater lochs or try your hand at sea fishing. 44 sledging to name but a few of the activities. 45 For the most memorable days in stunning VISIT SCOTLAND They cater for school and youth groups, scenery there is traditional hill stalking At a Glance At a Glance family groups, stags and hens, charity for stags (red, fallow, roe and sika deer). The landscape, terrain, lochs challenges and corporate or adventure race Walked-up game and rough shooting are At a Glance Mobile outdoor Image required and river make the area ideal activity provider offering events, offering different levels of service to also available including pheasant, grouse, for country sports activities suit customers. High res req partridge, hare, pigeon and ptarmigan. amazing outdoor experiences Primary Contact: across Scotland, from They also offer a comprehensive canoe, The area has a vast selection of rivers to Alan Rawlinson adventure holidays to exciting kayak hire and outfitting service for choose from, Inverness angling club alone c/o Visit Inverness Loch Ness days out for groups. groups wishing to undertake water-based offer up to 40 pools to fish alone the 01463 219219 Primary Contact: adventures of their own, or to support charity River Ness. Booking Enquires: Mike Dunthorne or corporate events. e: [email protected] or call Director Estates such as Cawdor Estate and Aldourie 01463 219219 07793 844211 With an excellent reputation for fun and safe Castle Estate are just two of the numerous Boots 'n' Paddles days out Boots N Paddles should be your Country Sports available to use for country sports activities. Booking Enquires: e: [email protected] or Boots 'n' Paddles offer adventurous days first port of call when organizing your next Scotland is revered internationally as a outdoor adventure. All equipment hire, tutoring and gillies call 0333 600 6008 out & weekends, adventure holidays and mature sporting destination that offers are available. Address: family activities throughout Scotland, visitors outstanding sporting experiences 14 Cabrich all year round. As a fully mobile outdoor amongst stunning and dramatic landscapes. Contact our team for further information Kirkhill activity provider they can bring the activities and for assistance in all aspects and Inverness to a location near you, whether that’s your arrangements for any type of country IV5 7PH holiday accommodation, a public park or an sport activity. www.boots-n-paddles.co.uk activity venue close to your office.

At a Glance With a range of 11 different styles to choose Based on beautiful Speyside in the VISIT SCOTLAND Self-charter boating holidays from, whichever boat you choose, you can be Cairngorms National Park, Craggan on Loch Ness and the assured it will be the perfect vantage point to Outdoors is AALA licensed, Adventuremark At a Glance Caledonian Canal. No previous explore 60 miles of Europe’s most beautiful and Learning Outside the Classroom Award winning outdoor activity boating experience as full inland waterway. The spectacular scenery, accredited, and has been 5* rated on centre: Highlands & Islands instruction provided. combined with a beautiful cruiser and first TripAdvisor since 2009, currently with a Tourism Awards BEST VISITOR Primary Contact: class service will ensure your holiday with 95% customer rating. ATTRACTION 2012, & finalist Audrey Hogan Caley Cruisers is one of the most memorable in 2009, '10 & '14. and enjoyable experiences you will ever have. Offering one of the widest ranges of outdoor Director activities available in the Scottish Highlands, Primary Contact: 01463 236328 Based in Inverness which is both the pickup Craggan Outdoors serves groups from Keith Ballam Booking Enquires: and return point for all cruises with us. two up to 100 people, either as day visitors Managing Director e: [email protected] for activities, or residential packages with 01479 873283 Conveniently located just a few minutes’ or call 01463 236328 bunkhouse accommodation. Booking Enquires: drive from the city centre, just 2 miles from Address: e: [email protected] Inverness Train Station and 10 miles from Craggan Outdoors delivers high quality Canal Road or call 01479 873283 Inverness Airport. outdoor activity based experiences, with an Inverness emphasis being on offering easy access to a Address: IV3 8NF Caley Cruisers Craggan Outdoors Established in 1970, they are a family wide range of fun and challenging activities, Craggan Golf Course www.caleycruisers.com Caley cruisers operate a large fleet of business and during 45 years in operation Welcome to Craggan Outdoors, the enabling visitors of all ages and abilities Moray modern motor cruisers, all fully equipped have introduced thousands of couples and Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards 'BEST to enjoy their time with them, and to be PH26 3NT and available for weekly or short-break families to the splendours of the Great Glen. VISITOR ATTRACTION' 2012, & finalist in pleased with what they have experienced www.cragganoutdoors.co.uk self-charter on Loch Ness and the No previous boating experience is necessary 2009, 2010 & again in 2014. and achieved. Caledonian Canal. as they provide a comprehensive handover Activities include archery, art & creativity, and 24 hour support service during your stay. clay pigeon shooting, climbing (indoor wall Approximately one third of customers are and outside rock crags), golf, gorge walking, completely new to boating. high ropes, kayaking, lasertag, mini-quads, mountain biking, paintball, pony trekking, raft building, River Spey canoe trips, team problem-solving, white water rafting, and a zip wire. Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com RIB boat tours and private charters for all All staff are family and close friends with a manner of occasions! wealth of knowledge of the area and a love of life that we think comes through in all Their laid-back 5 star cruises offer a relaxing 46 we do. 47 trip for all the family. Enjoy the breath-taking VISIT SCOTLAND vista of Loch Ness in all its natural wonder. Whether you are looking for a fun day out At a Glance With 2 Custom built vessels, they offer the for the family with a bit of excitement, a Bespoke, luxury Loch Ness At a Glance perfect way to experience the sights, wildlife cruises with genuine Highland Cruise Loch Ness is a 5 star romantic evening with a loved one, or a tour and history of the famous loch. These of the Loch in good company they can help. hospitality to help you create boat tour company offering one-hour cruises will keep you engaged memories that will last a Scenic Cruises and High- throughout with a commentary and live All of our cruises start with a glass of lifetime. Speed RIB tours on the world sonar presentation by one of the crew. Oh, champagne and a very nice finger buffet famous Loch Ness. Primary Contact: and there’s a fully stocked bar should you meal with complimentary drinks at a time Adam Sutherland Primary Contact: fancy a wee dram! to suit guests. At Highland Free Spirits, Owner Debi Hunter Highland hospitality, fun and a touch of class 07818 068155 Director With 4 Ultimate Loch Ness RIB experiences 01320 366277 on offer, get ready for an inspiring mix of full are their trademarks and if you spend some Booking Enquires: on thrill ride, history and nature all delivered time with them you will soon realise this. e: [email protected] Booking Enquires: Cruise Loch Ness Highland Free expertly by their knowledgeable and slightly or call 07818 068155 e: [email protected] With an extensive background in strategic Cruise Loch Ness is a family owned and whacky skippers! From 30 minute taster or call 01320 366277 leadership and management they are ideally Address: operated 5 star boat tour company. They sessions to 'do it your own way' half day Spirits The Pines Address: suited to provide corporate hospitality for have a 45-year history of all things Loch bonanzas, they’ve got Loch Ness covered! A small, family business specialising in Dingwall Canal Side Ness and their knowledgeable crew can’t your most important clients. In association IV7 8AQ Fort Augustus exclusive cruises on Loch Ness and the with Higher Ground Consultancy they also wait to welcome you onboard! www.highlandfreespirits.com PH32 4BD Caledonian Canal and providing other run small team building and leadership www.cruiselochness.com Based in the picturesque town of Fort bespoke tourism services. The vessel is a events on board which mix fun with learning. Augustus at the southern end of the Loch, modern motor cruiser and caters for groups there are three main offerings: Tranquil day of up to a maximum of six guests. and evening cruises, exhilarating high-speed

At a Glance They can provide: The spa is built on the principle of friendly Booking Enquires: Explore Highland is your one- hospitality and uncomplicated luxury. t: 01463 257160 • Paddling and personal skills courses Informal and elegantly understated, this stop shop for open canoeing, Address: modern spa is housed in the exclusive river and sea kayaking and • One to one or small group bespoke Kingsmills Hotel Kingsclub. With décor that puts a white water rafting in the coaching. Culcabock Road Scottish Highlands. contemporary twist on Scottish traditions, Inverness Primary Contact: • Bespoke white water, canoe and kayak this whole building oozes luxury to continue IV2 3LP Donald Macpherson guiding and transport services your lavish retreat once you have left the treatment room. www.kingsmillshotel.com/ Owner hotel/spa/ 0333 600 6008 • Guided adventure holidays in canoe, kayak and sea kayak throughout the 3 treatment rooms – facial, body, hand & foot Booking Enquires: Highlands and men’s treatments, massage, reflexology e: [email protected] and aromatherapy. or call 01463 715929 • Canoe and sea kayak hire together with Address: a shuttle service, if required Works Lock Kirkhill • Kids kayaking during local school holidays IV3 8RA Explore Highland Kingsmills Spa Inverness Loch Ness has a variety of beautiful spa www.boots-n-paddles.co.uk Based on the Caledonian Canal, Explore • Safety cover, logistical and/or technical The Kingsmills leisure club includes a options. Whatever treatment you enjoy from facials, Highland offers a wide range of water sport advice swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, massages, manicures and pedicures to waxing, activities including bespoke services for all sauna and gym. threading, reflexology and microdermabrasion there ages, fitness levels and paddler abilities. They specialize in offering support to Great is a spa for you. Glen Canoe Trail expeditions by open canoe, sea and touring kayaks for guided and Contact our team for further information and for self-guided groups of all sizes. The local assistance in all aspects and arrangements for any

type of spa requirements. professional paddling knowledge can be Spa invaluable in making your Highland paddling expedition a safe and memorable experience.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com The Highlands of Scotland are famous for stunning landscapes, wildlife and history. Their local knowledge and cycle hire Golf 48 experience will make sure you stay away 49 from the traffic and don't miss out on all the Traditional links golf, tranquillity, solitude and At a Glance great places to stop along the way. outstanding natural beauty - the Highlands of Scotland Road, hybrid and mountain bike hire in Inverness. Routes, The bike hire centre is in the beautiful provides some of the best championship golf courses advice and information for your surroundings of Bellfield Park in the heart of in the country, to suit every budget and ability. cycling holiday in the Highlands Inverness. Cycling is best when you've got a of Scotland. The Highlands and Islands is home to many of the great bike beneath you. They use high quality Primary Contact: bikes from Trek one of the world's leading most remote and scenically beautiful courses to be Lindsay Mackinnon bicycle manufacturers. All bikes are NEW found anywhere. Owner each year and carefully cleaned, maintained 01463 419160 Superb links courses, attract world class players, who and checked between each trip to ensure Booking Enquires: safety and reliability. They subscribe to the visit the Highlands of Scotland for the sheer joy of such e: info@TicketToRideHighlands. Cyclists Touring Club Bike Hire Code. challenging courses designed by the great names in the co.uk Ticket-To-Ride or call 01463 419160 Whether you're planning a biking holiday One-way bike hire is available for the Great golf world like James Braid and Old Tom Morris. Address: or are looking to hire a bike in Inverness, Glen Way. You can drop-off bikes Mon-Sat Over 150,000 golfers each year visit the Scottish The Pavilion ticket to ride can help. They want you to with partners in Fort William. Bellfield Park enjoy cycling in the Highlands of Scotland Highlands to test their skills on one or more of the Inverness as much as they do so provide you with the excellent 40 plus golf links courses. IV2 4SZ best hire bikes and all the route information www.tickettoridehighlands.co.uk and advice you'll need to make sure your The jewels in the crown include Castle Stuart, Royal Scottish cycling holiday is as adventurous Dornoch and Nairn golf clubs. or relaxed as you are.

At a Glance With regular summer departures, this 12 hour Opened in 2009 and designed by Mark Booking Enquires: Our Isle of Skye Day Tour is bumper tour is the only group day tour from Parsinen and Gill Hense, this is a truly e: [email protected] or the ultimate way to experience Inverness to explore all of the top sights on magnificent course with a cleverly designed call 01463 796111 Skye! Tickets cost £69 for adults (£59 for Skye and the Highlands in just layout that boasts a varied mix of challenges. Address: one day! children over 6) and pre-booking is strongly The 18-hole, 6,906 yards, par 72 golf Castle Stuart Dalcross recommended. Inverness Primary Contact: course is the epitome of contemporary links Kay Pearson IV2 7JL In addition to the hugely popular Isle of Skye course architecture, with wide fairways, huge Owner Day Tour, they also offer a wide variety of undulations and extraordinary greens, all www.castlestuartgolf.com 01463 719106 other tours year-round, including; bordered by thin fescue, broom, gorse and Booking Enquires: heather. Phil Mickelson said of the course; e: [email protected] Private day tours of the Highlands including or call 01463 719106 to Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Applecross ‘It should almost be a and Speyside whisky country Address: prerequisite to play Castle Stuart 16 Overton Avenue Multi-day tours to top destinations including before you’re allowed to design Inverness Skye and Orkney Shore Excursions from the IV3 8RR Port of Invergordon golf courses nowadays’. www.boots-n-paddles.co.uk WOW Castle Stuart Outlander Tours – specially designed for all of you Diana Gabaldon fans Castle Stuart Golf Course is at the heart of Scotland Tours the highlands offering classic links golf that HOST OF Special Interest Tours - whether it's your is beautifully complemented by spectacular Fantastic Isle of Skye Day Tours explore clan ancestry, wildlife spotting, Monarch of views overlooking a truly breathtaking THE 2016 top attractions including Loch Ness, Eilean the Glen, Harry Potter or something else coastal landscape. SCOTTISH Donan Castle, Urquhart Castle, the Old Man uniquely Scottish, they can design a tour to OPEN of Storr, Kilt Rock, the Quiraing, the Cuillin suit your requirements and Faerie Glen.

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The Highlands of Scotland is a wonderful gourmet's paradise where top rated pubs and restaurants can be found everywhere you go. From a back street bistro in the Highland hub Inverness to the remotest villages around Loch Ness you will unexpectedly come across a place where traditional Scottish food cooked in the traditional way will delight your palate.

There are local breweries and distillers offering wines and spirits, many which you will not find outside of the Highlands, and the local home baking is legendary. Like all great recipes, these elements all combine to provide you with a dining experience you will never forget.

Listed here are the restaurants that are suitable for individual and group reservations or for exclusive use.

Contact our team for further information and for support in restaurant booking, menu selection or any other aspect of your food and beverage needs.

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Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com 52 53 At a Glance At a Glance Fine dining within the Award winning centrally Glenmoriston Hotel located restaurant Address Address 20 Ness Bank Inverness 1 Ness Walk Inverness IV2 4SF IV3 5NE Contact Contact Tel. 01463 223777 Tel. 01463 717274 www.glenmoristontownhouse. www.rocpoolrestaurant.com com/restaurant

Abstract Rocpool Restaurant 50 30 Abstract showcases a modern outlook on about enjoying à la carte dining in a warm This buzzy contemporary brasserie The interior is a cool exercise in classical British dishes and a commitment and relaxing setting. All food is served by operation is available for exclusive use and contemporary design flair featuring lots of to quality local ingredients and depth of attentive and exceptionally knowledgeable capitalises on its corner site on the banks wood and a décor of natural tones. On the flavour, offered in a contemporary and waiting staff happy to explain the dishes, of the River Ness, with sweeping windows menu is an appealing cast of crowd-pleasing elegant setting. the ingredients, and how the talented on two sides to open up floodlit views of the modern European dishes built on top-class Executive Head Chef Cornel Uys has put river and castle at night. Scottish produce. It's about serving up dishes that rely heavily them together. And always on hand, your on fresh, seasonal, locally sourced and, sommelier, ready to advise, guide, match or wherever possible, organic produce. It's recommend the perfect wine.

At a Glance At a Glance Brasserie style dining within the Fine dining Albert Roux Glenmoriston Hotel restaurant within the 5 star Address Rocpool Reserve Hotel 20 Ness Bank Inverness Address IV2 4SF 14 Culduthel Road Inverness Contact IV2 4AG Tel. 01463 223777 Contact www.glenmoristontownhouse. Tel. 01463 240089 com/brasserie www.rocpool.com/dining

50 28 Contrast Chez Rouz Available for exclusive use and with a sharp In Scotland, the traditional way of cooking Albert Roux's first restaurant in Scotland focus on Scottish, locally sourced produce, is to create simple dishes, built around one offers classic French country cooking in a Contrast Brasserie is a refreshing addition great ingredient. Contrast Brasserie is no casual atmosphere. to the cities restaurant scene. different. From succulent rare breed pork or The à la carte menu has a wide range of prime dry-aged beef they try to stay true to dishes, all of which are individually priced their Scottish roots. and made with local Scottish produce wherever possible.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com 54 55 At a Glance At a Glance Excellent restaurant located The Dores Inn is the only within the Kingsmills Hotel pub/restaurant spectacularly situated on the shores of South Address Culcabock Road Inverness Loch Ness IV2 3LP Address Contact Dores Inverness IV2 6TR Tel. 01463 257124 Contact www.kingsmillshotel.com/ Tel. 01463 751203 hotel/dining/conservatory- www.thesdoresinn.co.uk restaurant/ The Conservatory Dores Inn 40 75 Overlooking the gardens is the bright and Enjoy an a la carte menu that celebrates As you approach Dores from Inverness, the On a cold day you can relax by the cosy airy Conservatory Restaurant; the ideal our harmonious blend of traditional and first thing you see is an iconic view of the log fire and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner location for a remarkable dining experience. contemporary flavours, before stepping out loch, and the second, as you get nearer is from a varied menu of home cooked food. onto the terrace to enjoy a cocktail as the The Dores Inn directly by the beach. On a nice day, you can eat out on the sun sun slowly sets. They are proud to support terrace or enjoy a drink or two from the ‘The local producers and feature fresh, locally OutDores Inn’ bar soaking up the rays in the sourced ingredients in all of the dishes. large beer garden. Whatever the weather the The menu presents an extensive selection view from the inn is stunning and you’ll be of contemporary dishes, as well as some guaranteed a warm welcome. firm favourites.

At a Glance At a Glance Fine dining in a beautiful venue Classical styled and informal, Cafe 1 has a friendly ambience Address matched only by our menu Loch Ness road Inverness which both surprises and IV3 8JN delights guests Contact Tel. 01463 230512 Address 75 Castle Street Inverness www.lochnesscountryhouse IV2 3EA hotel.co.uk/Restaurant_ Options/ Contact Tel. 01463 226200 www.cafe1.net 40

85 Loch Ness Country House Restaurant Café 1 Whether it is a romantic meal, a dinner The beautifully appointed dining room opens Classical styled and informal, Café 1 has a produce which is supplied daily by local and with friends or family or a special day, Loch out onto an elegant terrace, making alfresco friendly ambience matched only by a menu where possible independent suppliers. Café Ness Country Hotel and Restaurant offers a dining, a must in fine weather. The team of which both surprises and delights guests. 1 are always looking to make your dining unique fine dining experience. chefs use only the best fresh, local, seasonal experience something unique and different. ingredients including items grown in their The open plan kitchen turns quality Scottish Working towards this aim, they now breed own gardens to create delicious dishes with produce into appealing modern dishes. The a herd of Hebridean Sheep and Highland neat twists on traditional favourites. finest ingredients gathered from Scotland cows which on occasion will appear on and around the Highlands and Islands are some of their original signature dishes. prepared in the kitchen to make unique and original dishes. They use fresh local

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At a Glance At a Glance Fiddler’s Highland Restaurant Open since 1995, the simple on the picturesque Village cooking and warm, friendly Green in Drumnadrochit is run atmosphere has allowed The by the Beach Family. Mustard Seed to become We like Whisky! one of Inverness's favourite restaurants Address The Village Green Address Drumnadrochit Inverness 16 Fraser Street Inverness IV63 6TX IV1 1DW Contact Contact Tel. 01456 450678 Fiddlers Highland Restaurant Mustard Seed Tel. 01463 220220 www.fiddledrum.co.uk www.mustardseedrestaurant. Fiddler’s is a warm, inviting restaurant You sit surrounded by an Award-winning The location on the banks of the River another amazing asset for the restaurant. co.uk offering traditional Scottish dishes such as Selection of over 600 different bottles of Ness in a converted church building is For corporate and social groups alike they Haggis, Venison and Salmon as well as Whisky (Voted Best in Scotland 4 times). simply stunning and helps create the are very pleased to be able to accommodate 40 more international items. They also have over 30 different Scottish wonderful ambience. reservations of up to 50 guests in the 100 Ales on offer including many from the Loch restaurant. The chefs can create a bespoke Ness Brewery. They are popular with walkers Many of the original period features were menu to suit every possible occasion and can accommodate larger groups. retained and combined with a mix of natural and budget, and the restaurant managers and modern finishes. The addition of the will be very happy to discuss the options terrace on the top floor allows alfresco available to you, making all the necessary dining and uninterrupted views of the River, arrangements to make your event a success.

At a Glance At a Glance The Kitchen is a local, Traditional country pub independently owned and restaurant using fresh restaurant in the heart of local produce, located in the Inverness, offering a warm picturesque conservation welcome and friendly service village of Cawdor close to Address Inverness 15 Huntly Street Inverness Address IV3 5PR Cawdor Nairn IV12 5XP Contact Contact Tel. 01463 259119 Tel. 01667 404777 www.kitchenrestaurant.co.uk www.cawdortavern.co.uk

75 120 The Kitchen Cawdor Tavern The Kitchen is housed in modern, architect Castle and River, the addition of a heated Cawdor Tavern is a family run country pub and dinner served 7 days then open all day designed building located on the banks of roof terrace make The Kitchen the place serving modern Scottish food with flare. from Easter to October, the menus feature the River Ness. to see and be seen! All the tables have a fresh local produce including fresh fish and great view, but you can book a table next to Open all year you can enjoy fireside dining seafood from award winning "Coast and Open since 2007, the contemporary the kitchen and see the chefs create their for cosy winter nights and a picturesque Glen", local game and prime meats plus cooking, friendly atmosphere and dishes; available for up to eight guests. The outside patio for a pleasant al fresco vegetarian options all home cooked. Daily exceptional views of Inverness Castle have philosophy of the restaurant is to captivate summertime lunch. They have a room for specials add to the interesting a la carte made the restaurant one of Inverness's you with great food, great service and your own private dining with menus tailored menu with the freshest seasonal produce favourites. The restaurant is laid out over exceptional value. for private parties and larger groups. Lunch available that day. three floors, each with a unique view of the

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Unique experiences, new discovery possibilities, luxury accommodation, great activity options, spectacular golf courses, fine dining, heritage and culture are some of the key elements to a successful incentive travel programme. Inverness Loch Ness has all this and more!

For small or large groups alike the area can create memorable experiences to last a lifetime.

Contact our team for further information or for any support you need with regards to incentive travel programmes in the area.

We have suggested three sample programmes that vary according to group size. Each itinerary is designed to give your guests the most memorable of experiences including the mystery and vibrancy of this beautiful area.

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Programme 1Sample Discovery Heritage & Culture Adventure & Activity Myths & Legends DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: • Arrive at Inverness Airport • Golf at Castle Stuart Championship course • Country sports activity day - fishing, stalking, shooting • Loch Ness Exhibition - searching for Nessie • Transfer to the exclusive use Aldourie Castle • Lunch at The Highlanders Museum, Fort George • Gourmet packed lunch on activity • Lunch overlooking the Loch • Loch Ness cruise from Aldourie private pier to Urquhart Castle • Afternoon private tour and chance to explore • Afternoon celebrity chef highland cooking classes • Transfer to Inverness Airport the fort and museum • Urquhart Castle tour and experience • Dinner at Aldourie prepared from the days catch • Glen Ord Distillery dinner and Whisky tasting • Cocktail cruise back to Aldourie evening Glen Ord Distillery dinner and • Castle dinner with local storyteller Whisky tasting evening

40 guests for 4 days

2Programme Sample DAY 1: Discovery DAY 2: Heritage & History DAY 3: Activity & Tradition DAY 4: Culture • Arrive at Inverness Airport • Culloden Battlefield private tour experience with • Optional activity morning • Tomatin Distillery tour and experience • Transfer to the exclusive use Achnagairn Castle reenactment demonstrations • Golf, spa, gorge swimming, country sports • Followed by private lunch with Whisky pairings • By land or by water! • Visit to Cawdor Castle and gardens • Lunch overlooking River Ness • Transfer to Inverness Airport • Discover the area on and around Loch Ness by • Traditional lunch at Cawdor Tavern your choice of canoe, kayak, segway, e-bike or • Optional activity afternoon - activities as per the mountain bike • Afternoon cruise on Loch Ness morning Lunch overlooking • Dinner at city centre Rocpool Restaurant for • Traditional dress fitting during cruise • Cocktail party and Scottish Dancing show exclusive use • Sunset dinner overlooking Urquhart Castle • Gala Dinner at Achnagairn Castle River Ness

100 guests for 4 days Programme Sample 3 DAY 1: Discovery DAY 2: Castles, Cruise, DAY 3: Highland Traditions DAY 4: Sport, Spa, Shopping • Arrive at Inverness Airport • Highland Games demonstration and Falconry show at • Choice of activity as required, select from • Transfer to the deluxe Kingsmills Hotel & Spa Casks and Ceilidh • Castles, grounds and gardens visits one of the area estates • Golf at Castle Stuart • Discover Inverness mobile challenge event • Urquhart and Dunrobin Castles • Lunch at the estate • Treatment at Kingsmills Spa • Using E-bikes, mountain bikes and walking • Afternoon country sports activity - groups visit the sights of Inverness and take • Loch Ness lunch cruise • Shopping at Brodie Countryfare or Johnstons of Elgin Lunch pictures of each on their mobiles • Glen Ord distillery tour and sampling • Fishing, stalking, shooting • Transfers to Inverness Airport • Dinner and prize giving at Kingsmills Hotel • Fun Highlands BBQ and Ceilidh at Bogbain • Gala dinner at Cawdor Castle • Pipes and drums and beating the retreat www.visitinvernesslochness.com Fishing, Stalking, Shooting At the end of your day where better to return to than peaceful Daviot Lodge where you will find the most comfortable of beds, 62 luxury linens, views over farmland and 63 mountains and a few little treats. You will find a guest sitting room, with open fire on At a Glance cooler evenings, the perfect place to enjoy a Luxury bed and breakfast in a dram or glass of wine while relaxing in deep Highland lodge on a small farm Alternative accommodation types comfortable sofas. close to Inverness/Loch Ness Come and be spoiled. If you are looking for accommodation away from the traditional hotel, After a restful night a feast of local produce Primary Contact: Inverness Loch Ness has options for you to consider. awaits you in the dining room where each Margaret Hutcheson guest party has their own well spaced table. Owner Accredited by Taste Our Best, the Visit 01463 772215 Exclusive use venues Scotland food award we are committed to Spectacular properties and grand castles available for exclusive use. With superb facilities serving the finest local and Scottish produce Booking Enquires: e: [email protected] and activities they are ideal for an extra special incentive programme. Achnagairn and prepared with care and served with passion. Aldourie Castle (see page 32 for details) are both available for exclusive use. Daviot Lodge or call 01463 772215 Entertaining you each morning will be an Address: Quietly situated just a short drive from VISIT SCOTLAND curtains, custom hand-made hardwood array of wild birds who visit our many bird Daviot GREEN TOURISM GOLD furniture, hand-carved interiors, hand-woven Inverness Daviot Lodge is the perfect base feeders . Sometimes you will be lucky Inverness for Highland touring. The rugged beauty of enough to see a red squirrel trying his best to IV2 5ER At a Glance cotton rugs and Eagle Brae’s own antler chandeliers. the west coast, the far north, pretty fishing get the nuts from the birdfeeder. www.daviotlodge.co.uk Scotland’s only hand-crafted villages to the east, even a day trip to the log village resort powered Daviot Lodge provide old fashioned Highland facebook.com/daviotlodge The cabins are set well apart around an Isle of Skye are all within your grasp. If golf entirely by renewables. Where hospitality in a modern, comfortable and old Highland broch on an elevated ridge is your passion you will be spoilt for choice rustic charm and genuine overlooking beautiful Strathglass. Eagle Brae tranquil setting. Ensuring your comfort as luxury meet in the wilderness. from gentle nine hole courses to the most their guest is their priority. has been specifically designed as a carbon challenging links. Primary Contact: neutral tourist destination: powered by a Mike Spencer-Nairn micro-hydro turbine, heated by biomass 07738 076711 boilers and with their own underground Booking Enquires: natural water supply. VISIT SCOTLAND e: [email protected] or call Bringing together the very best of Eagle Brae exclusively offers guests an AA 01463 761301 traditional Scottish architecture and more online concierge service where guests can contemporary design, Loch Ness Lodge is a At a Glance Address: order home-cooked prepared meals, fine luxurious, boutique Bed & Breakfast in a truly Loch Ness Lodge, an elegant Eagle Brae wines, rare-breed meats and groceries either and intimate retreat in the Struy Eagle Brae Cabins inspirational setting. in advance of their stay as well as during heart of the Scottish Highlands Beauly Each of the Lodge's seven sumptuous Located in-between the serene beauty of their stay. After a long day climbing munros overlooking Loch Ness. Inverness-shire Glen Affric and Glen Strathfarrar, the finest Eagle Brae’s ‘catered’ self-catering hits the bedrooms has been individually styled and Primary Contact: IV4 7LE remaining stands of pristine Caledonian mark! inspired by nature, to reflect the majestic Scott Sutherland www.eaglebrae.co.uk pine-forest wilderness in Scotland, Eagle beauty of the surrounding Highlands. It Guests at Eagle Brae can choose from a General Manager Brae is a luxury self-catering eco-resort like seems only natural then that each room wide range of exciting and unique activities 01456 459469 no other. is named after a well-loved Highland loch some of which aren’t available elsewhere: or glen! All the luxuries of a five star lodge Booking Enquires: Genuine hand-crafted log cabins forged from black grouse safaris, camera stalking, salmon escape@loch-ness-lodge. can be expected from large, inviting beds e: colossal cedar logs and topped with wild- fishing, canoeing and kayaking, sled-dog com dressed in the finest goose-down duvets and flower green roofs. There are no machine rides, hunting, archery, pony trekking and or call 01456 459469 cut logs and no two logs are the same: every Egyptian cotton to the modern amenities clay-pigeon shooting...... or just relaxing in Address: cabin is a unique handmade work of log art. of flat screen TV and DVD, CD player , your beautiful log cabin watching the wild Brachla, Loch Ness-side Loch Ness Lodge direct dial telephones and of course WiFi The cabin interiors are finished with hand deer graze outside. Inverness Welcome to Loch Ness Lodge, an elegant throughout. Each stylish en-suite bathroom carved wooden panels depicting Scottish IV3 8AU wildlife, Celtic knotwork and Pictish motifs. and intimate exclusive retreat in the heart is complemented with fluffy, white towels of the Scottish Highlands overlooking the and designer toiletries. A surprise decanter www.loch-ness-lodge.com Everything at Eagle Brae is hand-made facebook.com/ mysterious and beautiful Loch Ness near completes the experience. lochnesslodge like the good old days: hand-woven tweed Inverness. Perhaps most importantly, each room has a twitter.com/luxurylochness view of the loch and hills beyond to soothe and inspire!

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Outside of Inverness Loch Ness the areas of the Highlands have rich history and natural beauty that are yours to explore.

The UK's northern most point, the UK's skiing capital and the country's only Whisky Country are just a few of the highlights.

Beyond the Highlands, the rest of Scotland has so much to offer. The successes of 2014 with the Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup have continued to show that Scotland is the IN place to visit and offers a warmth of welcome, a variety of experiences and a quality of service that are second to none.

Contact our team for support in planning programme extension options throughout the Highlands and rest of Scotland

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Locally Options for extended stays in The Highlands

Britain's highest mountain range, vast forests and abundance John O'Groats and Dunnet Head, the northern most point of wildlife can all be found in Cairngorms National Park. of the UK, are ideal starting points to explore the North The UK's best skiing, miles of trails and outdoor activities to Highlands and its coastal trails and natural landscapes. satisfy all abilities, the Park is a must visit. As you travel around the far north of Scotland you’ll be It’s the largest National Park in the UK – a living, working able to explore a wide range of areas from historic towns landscape with wild land at its heart. No matter what your to dramatic and remote wilderness. It is a land of escape, a age or ability there is something for you to enjoy in this place to discover the wonders of the natural world amid one amazing place. of the most dramatic landscapes in Europe. The Park has a rich cultural landscape with a sense of The North Coast 500 - Scotland's answer to Route 66, is the wildness and space at its heart. It inspires passion both in new scenic route showcasing the fairy tale castles, beaches those who live here and the 1.5 million people who visit and ruins of the area. www.northhighlandscotland.com Cairngorms each year. www.cairgorms.co.uk North Highlands

Fort William is the Highlands biggest town and self- Situated on Europe’s Atlantic edge, the Scottish Western proclaimed Outdoor Capital of the UK - with adrenaline filled Isles of the Outer Hebrides are a diverse chain of activities, a variety of lochs and glens and peaceful rolling interconnected islands with their own unique way of life. countryside the area has something for everyone. From the northernmost headlands of the Isle of Lewis to the Fort William and close by Lochaber is a huge rural area in southern tip of Vatersay, the Outer Hebrides offer an exciting the west Highlands of Scotland with the principal town Fort assortment of entertainments and attractions. Experience William lying on the shore of Loch Linnhe below Ben Nevis, the peace and tranquillity of this isolated environment or the highest mountain in the British Isles. accept the warm Western Isles welcome of communities The area also features the most westerly point in Britain, waiting to offer you some traditional Hebridean hospitality. Ardnamurchan Point, the second deepest loch, Loch Morar Explore the rich island history and discover a superb and the most infamous Highland glen, historic Glencoe with selection of museums and monuments or witness carefully its amazing scenery. www.visitfortwilliam.co.uk preserved Gaelic culture in a region where crofting, Outer Hebrides community events and ceilidhs bring people together like Fort William nowhere else on earth. www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk

Moray Speyside is one of the smallest regions in Scotland, Skye was recently voted the 4th best island in the world but what it lacks in size it more than makes up in scenery, and with Lochalsh have some of the country’s most facilities and quality of life. inspiring landscapes. An interesting and turbulent history, The area features one of the world's most beautiful some of the best local produce and award winning coastlines and Scotland's only Malt Whisky Trail. restaurants ensure that this is an area that has to be tasted. Spectacular beaches punctuated with picturesque villages Skye is one of the top locations in Scotland to visit. It is and pretty harbours give the area a character and charm that famous for its scenery and landscapes that will take your has to be seen. breath away. For residents and visitors alike, it offers all that is best in The Island of Skye is 50 miles long and the largest of the Scotland while retaining its own unique identity and one of Inner Hebrides, it has a rich history, is a great destination which it is justifiably proud.www.morayspeyside.com for Wildlife watching and is a world class destination for Moray Speyside Skye walkers and climbers. www.skye.co.uk

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Within Scotland Options for extended stays in The Highlands

Aberdeen is located in North East Scotland and is the Glasgow is Scotland's city of style, world class museums, country's third largest city. The Granite City is the heart of galleries and one of the UK's best city centre shopping the UK's oil industry and this together with other industries districts. Home to the 2014 Commonwealth Games, has helped drive economic growth. A spectacular coastline, Glasgow has proved to the world it has what's required and nature all around, boutique hotels and trendy bars make the people to make it happen. Aberdeen perfect for a short break. Glasgow is a compact city that's easy to get around in, which Traditionally, Aberdeen was home to fishing, textile mills, makes it simple to explore the diverse neighbourhoods and shipbuilding and paper making. These industries have been districts in the city largely replaced but their impact on the city is still obvious. The city’s historical legacy is held in many different places; In modern times, Aberdeen has driven the north east to museums and art galleries, libraries and archives, historic the very top of the UK’s economic growth tables with high buildings, parks and gardens, rivers and canals from its technology developments in the electronics design and archaeology to its architecture. Glasgow is a vibrant and development industry, food, life sciences and, obviously, the cosmopolitan place with a wealth of cultural heritage to Aberdeen oil industry, powering an economic boom. Glasgow explore. www.peoplemakeglasgow.com www.visitaberdeen.com

Dundee was the UK's first UNESCO City of Design and is a Perth is situated in the heart of Scotland and is a consistent vibrant, cosmopolitan city that is bursting with family friendly winner of Beautiful Britain award. It is home to a community attractions and things to do. The £1 Billion development of of eclectic retailers, atmospheric eateries, a bustling the waterfront including the V&A Museum will add to the shopping centre plus many other services and cultural reason to visit. experiences. Dundee is one of Scotland’s most dynamic cities, where you Perth is located around 50 miles north of Edinburgh and are guaranteed a warm welcome, many places to eat and enjoys a beautiful position on the banks of Scotland's drink, great attractions and some breath-taking scenery. longest river, the Tay. The city benefits from a central geographic location with With a rich and influential history that stretches back over excellent transport links. 800 years, Perth has served as its country's capital and has Dundee and Angus are fortunate to be able to offer a wide always been one of the most important political, judicial and choice of venues from luxurious hotels and historic castles commercial centres in Scotland. www.perthcity.co.uk to leading academic institutions. Perth Dundee www.coventiondundeeandangus.co.uk

Edinburgh, Scotland's capital and most iconic city, a city Stirling is Scotland's heritage capital, where you can feel where old meets new and a UNESCO World heritage Site. the sense of history as you enter the spectacular castle From the majesty of the castle to the world class restaurants perched high above the city. this festival city is an essential stop for any programme. The compact heritage mile boasts the finest concentration Edinburgh is a year-round destination and festival city with of historic buildings in Scotland. Beautifully preserved a friendliness, vibe and atmosphere that's hard to beat! medieval and Renaissance churches and mansions cluster A cosmopolitan city of breath-taking beauty, world- class around the Old Town, flanked by cobbled streets, period attractions, quality shopping and fabulous food and drink. street furniture and Victorian styled iron work. Edinburgh is a premier conference, incentive and event Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is only 30 destination and hosts hundreds of conferences every year. minutes from the city centre of Stirling, so the city is the They provide high levels of product knowledge, specialist ideal base to explore the park & all the outdoor activities it skills and effective coordination of venues and support has to offer.www.destinationstirling.com Edinburgh services. www.marketingedinburgh.org Stirling

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Access to the city Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept which has an accident and emergency or minor You can also apply for a visa up to 3 months all major credit cards and cash machines are injury department for complaints that require before your date of travel at visa sections of UK from Inverness Airport located throughout the city. immediate attention. embassies, high commissions and consulates Taxi There are no set rules about tipping in the UK, Pharmacists can dispense only a limited range and through visa application centres around Taxis are available outside the terminal building but it is normal to tip about 10% of the total bill of drugs without a doctor's prescription. Most the world. or can be pre-booked via the following contacts. in restaurants and cafes. Some establishments are open standard shop hours, though in large For further information please visit the Home Inverness Taxis 01463 222222 add a service charge on top of the bill as towns some may close as late as 10pm. Local Office UK Border Agency. www.inverness-taxis.co.uk standard so you may wish to check before newspapers often carry lists of late-opening If you require a letter of invitation to the leaving a further gratuity. It is not common pharmacies, or you can call the NHS inform conference in order to apply for a visa then Tartan Taxis 01463 222777 practice to tip bar staff in clubs and pubs unless Helpline on 0800 22 44 88 or visit the NHS www.tartantaxis.co.uk please do not hesitate to contact us to you are eating there. You would normally tip taxi 24 website. arrange this. City Taxis 01463 222555 drivers by rounding up to the nearest pound (£). The main hospital for the area is Raigmore - www.citytaxisinverness.co.uk All prices in the UK include VAT at 20%. Visitors 01463 704000 from outside the EU may not need to pay VAT For information on all other medical services go Climate Bus on all purchases and there are some stores that to: http://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/ operate a VAT refund system. Inverness has an oceanic climate, its sheltered Stagecoach operates the Jet Bus Service to location makes it one of the driest areas in all Inverness Airport with up to a 30 minute service Visit HM Revenue & Customs for further of Scotland. between the City of Inverness and the Airport information. www.gov.uk Emergency Numbers and an hourly service from the Airport to Nairn, Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec Forres and Elgin. If there is an emergency situation and a life is in danger, or a crime being committed then call From Inverness Bus Station services operate to Electricity Average High 6.9 - 9.3 11.6 - 16.9 18.9 - 16.1 12.6 - 7.0 999 to be put through to police, fire rescue or °C (°F) (44.4 - 48.7) (52.9 - 62.4) (66 - 61) (54.7 - 44.6) destinations throughout Scotland and the UK. British electrical standards are 50Hz 230 ambulance services. Stagecoach 01463 233371 volts, so some North American and European For non-urgent emergencies such as car theft, Average Low 1.1 - 2.4 4.0 - 9.3 11.4 - 8.9 6.0 - 1.2 www.stagecoachbus.com electrical devices may require converters. All will damage to property, a minor traffic collision etc. °C (°F) (34 - 36.3) (39.2 - 48.7) (52.5 - 48) (42.8 - 34.2) Megabus 0900 1600 900 require plug adapters. please call 101. www.uk.megabus.com Precipitation 76.9 - 57.6 39.4 - 59.3 53.4 - 67.2 78.1 - 65.0 mm (inches) (3.028 - 2.268) (1.551 - 2.335) (2.102 - 2.646) (3.075 - 2.559) Scottish Citylink 0871 266 3333 www.citylink.co.uk Health Smoking There are no vaccinations required or National Express 0871 781 8181 Since April 2006, there has been a ban Driving recommended for entry into the UK. www.nationalexpress.com on smoking in all enclosed public places You can drive on any full foreign driving licence throughout Scotland. for up to 12 months but after that you w ill need a full UK driving licence. The UK Driving Test Car Hire Medical Treatment includes both practical and theory tests. Car hire is available from the Inverness Airport European Union citizens are entitled to free Shopping with Avis Budget and Europcar. In the UK, cars drive on the left side of the road. medical treatment at National Health Service Most shops and shopping centres are open The National Speed Limit is 60mph Avis 0844 544 6017 (NHS) hospitals, which can be made quicker seven days a week. (98km/h) on single-carriageway roads and www.avis.co.uk and easier on production of a European Health 70mph (112km/h) on dual-carriageways and Open Mon-Fri 08:00 to 22:00 Insurance Card (EHIC card). The card is not, Opening hours vary with the majority being: motorways. Sat 10:00 to 18:00 / Sun 10:00 to 22:00 however a replacement for insurance. Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm/8pm Built-up areas have a standard 30mph Europcar 01667 462 052 Australia, New Zealand and several non-EU Saturdays 9am/10am to 6pm (48km/h) limit in force, though in some areas www.europcar.co.uk European countries have reciprocal healthcare Sunday 10am//11am to 5pm/6pm (near schools, housing estates etc), it drops to arrangements with the UK. Open Mon-Sun 08:00 to 22:00 20mph. Citizens of other countries will be charged for Driving under the influence of alcohol is taken most medical services with some exclusions Visas very seriously in Scotland and the UK and including emergency treatment. Currency For information on visa entry requirements there can be heavy penalties for those found The currency in the is the Great You should obtain travel insurance with medical to the UK please visit the Foreign and to be above the legal blood/alcohol limit. As British Pound. cover before your trip. Commonwealth Office website. of 5 December 2014, the legal limit has been Scottish banks issue their own bank notes but Doctors' surgeries are usually open during You will require a visa to come to the UK for lowered to 50 mg of alcohol in 100 ml of blood they have exactly the same value as those the working day from 9am to 5pm, and some a business visit of up to six months if you are (from 80 mg of alcohol). issued by the Bank of England and they are have late surgeries in the evening. Outside of a citizen of one of the countries that currently It is illegal to use a hand-held phone, or similar legal tender in all parts of mainland UK. surgery hours, you can visit the nearest hospital require a visa to enter the UK. device, when driving a vehicle in Scotland and the UK. Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com 76 77

Wherever in the world you are travelling from you will be amazed by our beautiful country Scotland.

Inverness is truly the heart and travel hub of the Highlands of Scotland, and being so close to Loch Ness is one of the iconic global destinations most people want to visit at least once in their lives.

Inverness is well served with transport links and with the airport just 10 minutes from the city centre it is easy for travellers from all parts of the globe to get here by air.

There are also good road and rail links into Inverness from the south both offering the opportunity to enjoy fabulous scenery on route, thus making the journey a part of your Highland experience.

Visit Inverness Loch Ness Directory www.visitinvernesslochness.com 78 79 Air Rail Inverness Airport is located some 7 miles Inverness railway station in the city centre east of Inverness, 21 miles from Loch Ness. operates services around the picturesque Direct flights to Inverness from Flybe, Easyjet Highlands, with frequent trains to major cities throughout Scotland and England. and British Airways (May 2016) are available Aberdeen 2hrs 9m to and from London Heathrow, London B Virgin Trains East Coast services from Gatwick, Luton, Amsterdam, Belfast, Bristol, Inverness include Edinburgh, Newcastle, York Dundee 3hrs 8m Birmingham, Dublin and Manchester, with C and London King's Cross. Summer arrivals from Jersey and Zurich, and A Aer Lingus to USA & D First ScotRail services from Inverness Edinburgh 3hrs 32m Canada via Dublin Glasgow weekly Geneva and Innsbruck flights in the include Aberdeen and Glasgow. winter season. A B Etihad to Middle East 3hrs 15m via Manchester Travellers from London can take a sleeper Newcastle 5hrs Codeshare agreements with Aer Lingus, BA, service to arrive in Inverness bright and early. KLM, Cathay Pacific and Etihad, to name a E C Cathy Pacific to Asia few, allow for worldwide connections through via Manchester ScotRail have created Business York their extensive networks. Direct, exclusively for businesses and D KLM network 6hrs via Manchester organisations to offer support managing The airport is also used to handling all your business travel needs. With a dedicated aspects of charter flights and business E British Airways account manager to help you every step of aviation with full handling services available. network via Heathrow the way; their service can help you save time, www.hial.co.uk/inverness-airport effort and money. London Both ScotRail and Virgin Trains East Coast 7hrs 56m offer discounts for group travel and have regular specials on First Class upgrades. Catering and WiFi are available on all Road rail services. The A9 is the main access road to Caledonian Sleeper Inverness from the South, Perth, Edinburgh Copyright © Free Vector Maps.com and Glasgow and points further afield. Aberdeen If you are looking for a way to beat the ScotRail’s Caledonian Sleeper offers: 100 miles / 2hrs crowds and make better use of your time, • Air-conditioned single or twin berth The A82 on the north side links Loch Ness why not travel overnight? Copyright © Free Vector Maps.com is the main trunk route which links Loch Perth cabins - first and second class Dundee Ness along the length of the Great Glen 112 miles / 1hr 58m An exciting new Caledonian Sleeper service • Seated accommodation 137 miles / 2hrs 20m with Inverness in the north and Glasgow will operate between London and Scotland Glasgow from April 2015. • Cabins with soft beds and comfortable in the south. 168 miles / 2hrs 47m duvets, bedside lighting, washbasin and Edinburgh The new Sleeper service will see guests Megabus and National Express Coaches 155 miles / shaver point operate regular coach service to the arrive at the heart of their destination 2hrs 43m refreshed and ready to go. • A pleasant lounge car where you can Scotland's capital Edinburgh with stretch your legs before bed, enjoy a connections to Glasgow at Perth and Serco has been chosen by the Scottish light snack, hot or cold drink or even a overnight services from Inverness to Government as the new operator, with nightcap from our well stocked bar London Victoria. Manchester a vision for the Sleeper to be a modern, • Light snacks from room service The journey by road to Inverness is a 370 miles / 5hrs 45m revitalised overnight travel and hospitality experience. • London Euston to Inverness - combination of spectacular scenery and Birmingham Operating six nights a week (Sunday Depart 21:15 Arrive 08:36 wonderful places to visit. 447 miles / 6hrs 49m to Friday), the Caledonian Sleepers are • Inverness to London Euston - Cardiff overnight train services that run between Depart 20:44 Arrive 07:47 548 miles / 8hrs 20m Scotland and London Euston – getting you www.sleeper.scot to your destination refreshed and ready to London start your day. 560 miles / 8hrs 36m

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