Kirkhill Travel Guide

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Band forms a semi circle on the lawn in front of the Castle in twilight. BAND AT ACHNAGAIRN CASTLE - The band were delighted to be asked to perform at the International Social Travel Summit Gala Dinner tonight at the beautiful Achnagairn Castle near inverness. The summit was attended by over 120 delegates from a considerable number of countries, and we were more than happy to entertain them outside this historic and beautiful building. Our slot was between the delegates arrival and their going into dinner. Pipe Major Steve Spencer was playing out on the front lawn in the gloaming - and the guests lapped up the "solo piper" performance - only for them to whoop with delight when the surprise appeared, the full Band marching out from the side of the Castle to join the Pipie on the lawn. Despite work and health issues at short notice, which saw the number of pipers diminished somewhat, we were still able to field ELEVEN pipers, SEVEN snare drummer, a bass and a Drum Major (20 in total). The delegates were obviously enjoying the performance when, all too soon, it was time for the Band to conclude and march off, so the guests could go to dine. Despite the failing light, hopefully my photographs will give a hint of the occasion - being an international event, VisitScotland anticipate many far better photos than mine all over the internet before long!
Photo by Dave Conner (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Band forms a semi circle on the lawn in front of the Castle in twilight. BAND AT ACHNAGAIRN CASTLE - The band were delighted to be asked to perform at the International Social Travel Summit Gala Dinner tonight at the beautiful Achnagairn Castle near inverness. The summit was attended by over 120 delegates from a considerable number of countries, and we were more than happy to entertain them outside this historic and beautiful building. Our slot was between the delegates arrival and their going into dinner. Pipe Major Steve Spencer was playing out on the front lawn in the gloaming - and the guests lapped up the "solo piper" performance - only for them to whoop with delight when the surprise appeared, the full Band marching out from the side of the Castle to join the Pipie on the lawn. Despite work and health issues at short notice, which saw the number of pipers diminished somewhat, we were still able to field ELEVEN pipers, SEVEN snare drummer, a bass and a Drum Major (20 in total). The delegates were obviously enjoying the performance when, all too soon, it was time for the Band to conclude and march off, so the guests could go to dine. Despite the failing light, hopefully my photographs will give a hint of the occasion - being an international event, VisitScotland anticipate many far better photos than mine all over the internet before long!
Photo by Dave Conner (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Achnagairn House
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Lentran House
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Road to Newton House and Balcarse Farm East of Kirkhill village.
Photo by Dave Fergusson (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET Inverness Scotland
The price is AU$137 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$137
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (958 reviews)
Everything about the Marrriott

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

4 out of 5
Fresson Circle, Dalcross Inverness Scotland
The price is AU$106 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$106
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Lovely new hotel convenient for the airport at Inverness.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
Tulloch Castle Hotel

Tulloch Castle Hotel

4 out of 5
Tulloch Castle Drive Dingwall Scotland
The price is AU$140 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$140
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dingwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (731 reviews)
Excellent staff and great restaurant

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Tulloch Castle Hotel
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Traditional Highland Country House

Traditional Highland Country House

Kirkhill SCT
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Moniack Castle and Beauly Priory are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Great place. Clean. Fully equipped for a large group. Would highly recommend

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Traditional Highland Country House
Highland Apartments By Mansley

Highland Apartments By Mansley

4 out of 5
Living by the Bridge Inverness Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (531 reviews)
Great stay. But music from the bars underneath is very loud till the early hours.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Highland Apartments By Mansley
Rossal House Apartments

Rossal House Apartments

4 out of 5
Rossal House Inverness Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Inverness. Enjoy free parking, a computer station and housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Ness Islands are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
The staff is top notch! We woke up to a flat tire and they helped us get on our way. The house is beautiful and the gardens were stunning. We loved staying here

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Rossal House Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle showing heritage architecture, a castle and heritage elements

Inverness Castle

4.5/5(22 reviews)

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and a ruin

Urquhart Castle

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
Inverness Cathedral featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

Inverness Cathedral

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
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Culloden Battlefield

4.5/5(24 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Culloden Battlefield
Eden Court Theatre which includes a river or creek and modern architecture

Eden Court Theatre

4/5(1 review)

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre
Fort George is the mightiest artillery fortification in Britain and is registered as a historic monument. Today, the site is taken care of by Historic Scotland and is visited by approximately 60.000 people every year. http://bit.ly/1YFNaHW

Fort George

5/5(4 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a stop at Fort George. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Fort George

Activities

Inverness: Guided Walking Tour with a Local

Inverness: Guided Walking Tour with a Local

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Guided Walking Tour with a Local
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

AU$109
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip
Town on Scottish coastline

Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

AU$129
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

AU$134
per adult
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

AU$125
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Glenfinnan Viaduct for the Jacobite Steam Train

Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure

AU$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure
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Urquhart Castle which includes a lake or waterhole and a ruin

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