2026 Beauly Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)

Welcome to Glen Affric, an enchanting hidden gem nestled within the heart of Scotland’s stunning Highlands💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 As you venture into this untouched wilderness, be prepared to be mesmerized by its awe-inspiring landscapes🌲⛰️ Towering mountains embrace the valley, adorned with a lush tapestry of ancient Caledonian forests that boast a rich diversity of flora and fauna🌿 Glen Affric welcomes dogs, experienced-hikers and casual walkers alike, all of whom can enjoy walking around the beautiful loch 💧 This area of Scotland is also known for amazing wildlife including red deer and eagles, so keep your eyes peeled for the unique animals! Come and discover the magic of Glen Affric, where every step unveils a new wonder and leaves you with cherished memories that will last a lifetime💙🫶🏻✈️! #Scotland #GlenAffric #Highlands #NatureRetreat #HikingParadise #WildlifeSpotting #Tranquility #ScenicBeauty

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#OverseasTravel 🗺 Recommended Route: Affric Kintail Way 🚶♀️Route: Drumndrochit — Cannich — Glen Affric National Nature Reserve ✅ Distance: Approximately 20km one way (Biking 🚴♀️ recommended) ✅ Duration: 6-7 hours on foot, 2.5 hours by bike ✅ Best Time: May - October 🚗 Getting There Nearest City: Inverness (near Loch Ness) ▪️ From London: 8-9 hours by train or 1.5 hours by plane ▪️ Inverness → Drumndrochit: 30 minutes by bus 919 🌟 Route Highlights 1️⃣Loch Beinn a’ Mheadhoin & Loch Affric The mirror-like lake and sunset create a world straight out of a Hayao Miyazaki film! 2️⃣ Scottish Highlands primeval forest 3️⃣ Glen Affric Viewpoint The best photo spot overlooking the valley 📸 4️⃣ Encountering wild deer 🦌 Encountering deer in the forest is a truly special experience. 💡 Travel Tips · Waterproof clothing and layered clothing are essential, as the weather can be unpredictable. · Bike rentals are available locally. · Don't forget your camera! This is a place I highly recommend to nature lovers.🌿 This will be a special trip where you can experience the true charm of Scotland!

Road trip to the highlands and the Isle of Skye 🚗 📸 photos are limited. 🚘 We rented a car for 4D/3N via Budget Car Rental. Picked up: Waverley Station Edinburgh Price: roughly 100£ Tip: Dont accept upgrade/add-on offers— Highlands is a safe drive. Just follow the signs and drive safely. 🏨 We booked different hotels for 3 days. Cruachan Hotel Fort Williams 168£ Clarkie’s Corner Edinbane (AirBnB) Chialdron Hotel Beauly 145£ We opted to stay in a mini Castle/Manor style because why not? 🗺️ We started off from Edinburgh. STRILING: 📍Stirling Castle 📍William Wallace Monument 🍱 The Portcullis GLENCOE - FORT WILLIAMS 📍Hagrid’s hut 📍Ben Nevis view point (hike it if you’re staying long) 📍Glenfinnan Viaduct (Hogwarts train) 🛥️: Ferry from Mallaig to Armadale (online tickets a must) 💡It is faster and efficient and cheaper, too! 16.65£ ISLE OF SKYE - BEAULY - EDINBURGH 📍Armadale Castle 📍Dunvegan Castle 📍Neist Lighthouse 📍River Sligachan (Dont forget to dip your face) 📍The Man of Storr (Ready your legs and feet) 📍Jurassic Footprints 📍Fairy pools 📍Invergarry Castle 📍Urquhart Castle 📍Eilean Donan Castle 📍Dunottar Castle 📍Beauly Priory 📍Inverness for Lunch 📍Balmoral Castle And the list goes on and on and on…. Castles, scenic view, everyrhing about Scotland is just amazing. 💡 Do note to gas up every chance you get. Parkings are pretty much expensive. I advice you stay less than 15 mins in one spot and move on. So much to see, so little time! 🐮 Oh! Dont forget to hunt down those cute Highland cows! 🧥 Hard to OOTD! Always have a jacket with you. 👟 wear a comfortable hiking shoes 💷 cards are preferred / cash acceptable 🎟️ always check and book online for admission tickets 🍱 Restaurants close as early ad 3PM. Bring instant food! Lastly, I would recommend at least 5 days in the highlands! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ #historicallandmarks #castles #scotland #nature #unitedkingdom #localguides #roadtrip #harrypotter #familytrip #deliciousfood #travel

Highlands Adventure: Lochs, Waterfalls & Rewilding Experience – Timberbush Tours' New Day Trip This Highlands day trip departs from Inverness every Sunday from May to September. Explore Loch Ness, marvel at Plodda Falls and Falls of Foyers, and visit the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre to learn about the "Tree of Life" rewilding project. Join guided walks to discover the charity's tireless efforts in restoring Scotland's ecological landscape. For every ticket sold, Timberbush plants a tree at Dundreggan, actively supporting rewilding. Prices start at £77 per person. World Whisky Day (May 17) – Raise a Glass to Scotland's National Drink Whisky's deep connection with Scotland dates back to the 11th century. Today, Scottish distillers blend tradition with innovation to create new flavors and experiences. The third Saturday of May is World Whisky Day, when people globally toast with Scotch whisky, exchanging Gaelic cheers of "Slàinte Mhath!" (Good Health!). Throughout May, Scotland hosts exciting new experiences and festivals, making it the perfect time for whisky enthusiasts to visit. Campbeltown Whisky Festival (May 19-24, 2025) Campbeltown, one of Scotland's five whisky regions, hosts an annual festival featuring tastings, distillery tours, live music, and local cuisine. Home to acclaimed distilleries like Springbank, Glen Scotia, and Kilkerran, event details can be found on their websites. Fèis Ìle Islay Whisky Festival (May 24 – June 1, 2025) Islay in the Inner Hebrides, with iconic distilleries like Laphroaig and Bowmore, is a whisky lover's paradise. The festival celebrates island whisky culture through tastings, tours, blending workshops, and cooperage demonstrations. Fettercairn Distillery, Aberdeenshire Founded in 1824 by Sir Alexander Ramsay, an early advocate for licensed whisky distillation, Fettercairn sits at the foothills of the Cairngorms. To mark its 200th anniversary, the distillery launched the "Gauger's Tour," where visitors explore historic customs offices and bottle their own "Gauger's Reserve" whisky, named after tax officials who measured spirits. Uilebheist Distillery, Inverness Opened in 2023 as Inverness's first new distillery in 130 years, Uilebheist (Gaelic for "monster") draws inspiration from the Loch Ness legend. Its "Discovery Tour" explores local whisky history through tastings, with accessible options for disabled visitors. Jackton Distillery, Greater Glasgow This female-led distillery offers 12 bookable pods for immersive Lowland whisky experiences. Easily reachable by train from Glasgow, it provides tours and tastings.

Just a short drive from Beauly, Glen Affric offers breathtaking views and serene trails perfect for a day out with your furry friend. Billie loved the Dog Falls Circular walk, where she could roam freely and splash in the clear streams. You can also visit Plodder Falls on the other side and stand out on a platform above the waterfall!#GlenAffric #Beauly #ScottishHighlands #Scotland #NatureEscape #DayTrip #HikingScotland #DogFriendlyTravel #PetFriendlyHikes #ScenicWalks #HiddenGems #TravelWithDogs #OutdoorAdventure #WanderScotland #RoadTripUK #travel #travel #naturalwonders #scotland While Beauly has a train station, reaching Glen Affric requires additional transport—consider renting a car or arranging a taxi for convenience. Tips: • Start your adventure at the Dog Falls car park, which has facilities and picnic spots. • The trails are well-marked and suitable for most fitness levels. • Remember to bring water and snacks for both you and your pup!   Glen Affric is a hidden gem that showcases the natural beauty of the Highlands. Highly recommend for nature lovers and dog owners alike!

The short holiday is here! Want to visit the UK? Don’t miss this super practical 4-day travel guide to make your trip to the UK more exciting! Britain, located in the northwest of continental Europe, has a long history and unique regional style. There are 🏰ancient castles and 🌳green countryside here, and it is known as the empire on which the sun never sets. When you come to the UK, don’t miss 🏯Windsor Castle and 🌸Kew Gardens with cherry blossoms in full bloom! 🌟 Route Overview: Day 1: Exploring History and Nature Culross Palace->Culross Abbey->Falkland Palace and Gardens->Midhope Castle->Highland Folk Museum->Cairngorms National Park Visit historic sites, from palaces to monasteries to folk museums, and finally immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the national park. Day 2: Tracing the historical battlefields and relics Culloden Battlefield -> Craffa Mounds -> Beauly Abbey Travel through history, feel the heaviness of battlefields, explore ancient cemeteries, and find the tranquility of the past in monasteries. Day 3: Tour of the ancient castle amidst the beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains Loch Ness->Urquhart Castle->Scottish Highlands->Glenfinnan Viaduct->Glenfinnan->Fort William Travel between lakes and mountains, visit ancient castles and highlands, and experience the unique scenery and cultural charm of Scotland. Day 4: A legendary tour of canyons and castles Glencoe -> Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park -> Doune Castle -> Dark Castle -> Linlithgow Go deep into the canyon, appreciate the magnificence of the national park, and then visit the ancient castle to experience the legendary historical atmosphere. 🏰✨ Attractions to visit: 🏞️ Scottish Highlands: This place is full of the beauty of wilderness, with continuous majestic mountains and deep canyons, and every scenery is amazing. 🌊 Loch Ness: Like a light ink painting, the lake is long and narrow in shape, mysterious and charming, and there are abundant caves at the bottom of the lake, giving it a full sense of exploration. 🎥 Glencoe Canyon: This is the filming location of the movie "Brave". The river in the canyon winds like a jade belt, which is beautiful. 🏰 Urquhart Castle: As an important ancient relic in the Scottish Highlands, this castle has witnessed countless historical changes. 🚂 Glenfinnan Viaduct: A spectacular 30-meter-high viaduct, it is also the filming location of the movie "Harry Potter", a close combination of magic and reality! **Note**: * Food: Try local specialties such as English breakfast and afternoon tea, and don't miss the classic fish and chips. 🍟 * Airport transportation: Check the transportation from the airport to the city in advance. The subway or bus are very convenient. 🚇 * Specialty product prices: British specialties such as Scottish scarves and English tea sets are more expensive, so it is recommended that you compare before purchasing. 🧣 * Weather changes: The weather in the UK is changeable, so remember to bring an umbrella when you go out. ☔ * Tipping habits: Tipping is generally not accepted in the UK, but it can be given at discretion in high-end restaurants. 💷 During my trip to the UK, I fully experienced the British style and I want to explore more unknown corners next time! 🌟

#uktrip Glen Affric is one of Scotland’s most beautiful natural landscapes, featuring ancient Caledonian forests, shimmering lochs, and dramatic mountain views. Walking the trails, I was mesmerized by the stillness of Loch Affric, reflecting the surrounding peaks like a perfect mirror. The wildlife was incredible—red deer, golden eagles, and even the occasional pine marten. The autumn colors made the scenery even more magical. Whether hiking through the dense woodlands, taking in the breathtaking viewpoints, or simply enjoying the untouched wilderness, Glen Affric is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience Scotland’s raw and unspoiled beauty.

Amazing experience in the scottish Highlands. Visited Beauly, Dingwall and Ullapool. The chilling climate was cherishing. One must visit the Highlands anytime of his life. It was really amazing . We travelled from Edinburgh to Inverness and the trip was worth the hype. The breakfast we had from a local cafe was extraordinary. Visited Scottish museums and Distilleries.

#100 Ways to Travel Lovat arms hotel is a classic small hotel in Beauly, Glasgow, Scotland. It feels like you’re in an ancient castle, especially in public spaces, it’s beautiful. Moreover, the hotel is named after Jamie Fraser’s grandfather. The guest rooms are slightly more senior in style, with a lot of Scottish check fabric and a deer head decoration. Comfortable style, but spacious and practical. Equipped with quality bedding, TV, fully equipped bathroom. A night stay is possible though, as the mattress is average. The restaurant is quite famous locally, the breakfast is Scottish with more black pudding than traditional English. Black pudding is a British and Irish blood sausage made from pig blood with lard, oats (or other grains). A little like Taiwanese blood sausage, but without glutinous rice.