Dornoch Firth Caravan Park, Meikle Ferry South, Tain, Ross-shire, Scotland, IV19 1JX
Tel: 01862 892292 Email: will@dornochfirth.co.uk
The town of Tain and the surrounding countryside has something for everyone, being full of ancient history, magnificent architecture, beautiful wildlife and offering many sports and leisure activities. The Tain Gala takes place over a week in the summer and offers activities for all the family during the day and throughout the evening. Tain Highland Gathering is another truly traditional highland event of the summer, attracting many visitors. Tain currently has three supermarkets: the Co-op, Lidl and Tesco. In addition to these, there is a range of specialist shops and enterprising businesses in the area.
There are numerous beaches - at Dornoch, Nigg, Shandwick, Balintore and also at Portmahomack where windsurfing and water skiing can be enjoyed. The headland at Tarbat Ness, where the lighthouse stands, has outstanding coastal scenery and is also one of the popular locations for spotting dolphins. The many forest walks in the area cater for all abilities: Tain Hill, Ravens Rock Gorge, Aldie Burn, Golspie Big Burn and many more, not forgetting The Black Rock Gorge which was used as the backdrop for a scene in the film Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Golfing, cycling, fishing and shooting are also all available within the local area.
Our many visitors have varied interests and hobbies. These are just a few of the
activities open to them - and all within easy reach of the Dornoch Firth Caravan
Park:
- Visit Dunrobin Castle with its magnificent gardens based on the design of the Palace
of Versailles.
- Walk by the Falls of Shin and watch the salmon leap upstream, follow the woodland
walks there or play on the adventure playground, then go to the visitor centre for
refreshments in the restaurant and souvenirs of the Highlands in the gift shop.
- Spend time on the many safe, sandy beaches nearby.
- Go loch, river or sea fishing - all within easy reach.
- Cycle or drive to see the magnificent views from Struie Hill viewpoint.
- Watch seals and dolphins in the Cromarty and Beauly Firths.
- Take forest walks - through Aldie Forest, along Skelbo Sculpture Trail, through Ravens
Rock Gorge.
- Play golf at a wide range of golf courses including the famous Royal Dornoch
18-hole Championship course, ranked 13th world wide.
- Visit the Fairy Glens at Spinningdale and Rosemarkie.
The local area around the caravan park
Exploring the Northern Highlands
There is so much to see and do here, that one visit to the Northern Highlands can never be enough! You will neither tire of the breathtaking scenery nor find yourself at a loose end. The Highlands of Scotland is a magical place – full of mystery, intrigue, and many lifetimes-worth of history. There are numerous places to explore: some well-known and others simply stumbled upon along the way. Leave the main roads behind and explore - minor roads may hold the greatest discoveries, from awe-inspiring views to an unexpected herd of Highland cattle!
Click on the links below for your choice of walk or car tour.
Walks from the Caravan
Park
