Cromarty - Our Location

 

At the easternmost tip of the Black Isle lies Cromarty, at over 700 years old it is considered to be one of the best preserved historic towns in the Highlands of Scotland.

 

Blessed with stunning coastal scenery and an abundance of wildlife, this picturesque village is bursting with character and history.

 

With its delightful fishertown and unique Georgian architecture, a pleasant afternoon can be spent simply wandering through the small lanes and vennels or for the more energetic perhaps a brisk walk up the South Sutor coastal path where you will be rewarded with a magnificent view out over the Firth. Relax in one of the numerous small cafes or take a browse through the craft shops displaying the works of our local artists. Whatever your taste, Cromarty has something for everyone:

  • Visit the Birthplace of Hugh Miller-famous local geologist and writer
  • Take a trip through time at the Cromarty Courthouse Museum- splendid museum of local history and re-enactment of courthouse trials
  • Stroll through the winding lanes and vennels of Cromarty visiting gift shops and local craft and antique galleries
  • Visit the Gaelic Chapel built in 1783 with its commanding views over Cromarty and the Firth
  • Walk up the South Sutor, approximately 400ft high with spectacular views over the Firth and seven different counties
  • Take a nature walk to MacFarquhar's Bed, a sheltered bay rich in plant life with numerous caves and a natural rock arch
  • A good range of services are available in Cromarty including a bakery, general store, post office and ATM. There is fine selection of accommodation, tearooms, pubs and a restaurant.

History of Cromarty

Cromarty has one of the finest natural harbours in the world and the Cromarty Firth has been historically significant since the middle ages. From Jacobean times the navy has utilised these sheltered waters. Gun emplacements and fortifications, of which Winston Churchill himself oversaw the building, remain today at the entrance to the Firth, a testament to a less peaceful era.

 

Cromarty itself flourished in the 18th and 19th century as a fishing port then supplying salt, grain and hemp across the world. During this time the large Georgian merchant houses were built alongside the fisher cottages in the small lanes and vennels that have been there since the 12th century.

 

Today looking down the Firth more modern industries, in particular the lucrative oil industry are now evident.

 

Cromarty is a convenient place from which to explore the Highlands, and, situated off the main tourist track, it provides a relaxing retreat-giving the best of both worlds. The surrounding area is ideal for many outdoor activities including golf, walking and fishing, and of course, wildlife watching!

 

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