Around Torness

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Around Torness

Torness. Stratherrick South Loch Ness

Torness is a little hamlet just 16 miles from the Highland capital of Inverness Its name Torness means “ Hill of the waterfall” in Scottish Gaelic As you turn into Torness off the B862 you pass the gushing waterfall which runs into the river Farigaig and eventually out into Loch Ness which is home to the notorious Loch Ness monster Torness has only 14 houses and a population of 42 ! A few of which are Gaelic speaking The nearest post box is 3 miles away in the next hamlet of Errogie and the a small shop & post office is about 12 miles away in the village of Foyers
Torness
Torness is a little hamlet just 16 miles from the Highland capital of Inverness Its name Torness means “ Hill of the waterfall” in Scottish Gaelic As you turn into Torness off the B862 you pass the gushing waterfall which runs into the river Farigaig and eventually out into Loch Ness which is home to the notorious Loch Ness monster Torness has only 14 houses and a population of 42 ! A few of which are Gaelic speaking The nearest post box is 3 miles away in the next hamlet of Errogie and the a small shop & post office is about 12 miles away in the village of Foyers
If you fancy a climb, Tom Bailgeann is a stunning mountain at 464 metres The walk is just under a mile and takes 45 mins From here you can see 7 lochs and the view is terrific This is a 10 minute car journey from Glen Dragon to the foot of the mountain
Tom Bailgeann
If you fancy a climb, Tom Bailgeann is a stunning mountain at 464 metres The walk is just under a mile and takes 45 mins From here you can see 7 lochs and the view is terrific This is a 10 minute car journey from Glen Dragon to the foot of the mountain
A short a walk through the fields from Glen Dragon, takes you down to the River Farigaig. It is dotted with sandy coves which are ideal for taking your flask or picnic. We have spotted a variety of wildlife, including wild ducks, geese, oystercatchers and deer. Curlews can also be heard at the beginning of Spring. There is always an abundance of Red Kites soaring overhead.
River Farigaig
A short a walk through the fields from Glen Dragon, takes you down to the River Farigaig. It is dotted with sandy coves which are ideal for taking your flask or picnic. We have spotted a variety of wildlife, including wild ducks, geese, oystercatchers and deer. Curlews can also be heard at the beginning of Spring. There is always an abundance of Red Kites soaring overhead.
Just minutes from Glen Dragon this is a great little loch to admire the stillness and tranquility of the area There are forest tracks past this loch where you can wander for miles
Loch an Ordain
Just minutes from Glen Dragon this is a great little loch to admire the stillness and tranquility of the area There are forest tracks past this loch where you can wander for miles
This is THE secret loch ! Completely hidden amongst the forest tracks and birch trees A fun challenge to find this secluded and magical loch but worth the walk from Glen Dragon Absolutely amazing and truly unspoilt
Lochan na Craoibhe-beithe
This is THE secret loch ! Completely hidden amongst the forest tracks and birch trees A fun challenge to find this secluded and magical loch but worth the walk from Glen Dragon Absolutely amazing and truly unspoilt
This is another loch which is within walking distance from Glen Dragon. It’s just 3 miles along the main road and there are plenty of little lay by’s if you do take the car Great for pike fishing , canoeing or paddle boarding Folklore says that it is a Loch haunted by Hobgoblins !
Loch Ceo Glais
This is another loch which is within walking distance from Glen Dragon. It’s just 3 miles along the main road and there are plenty of little lay by’s if you do take the car Great for pike fishing , canoeing or paddle boarding Folklore says that it is a Loch haunted by Hobgoblins !

Sightseeing

To see the magic of Loch Ness Jacobite Cruises offer a range of trips A great restaurant and gift shop on site too
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Loch Ness by Jacobite - Dochgarroch Lock
Dochgarroch Cottages
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To see the magic of Loch Ness Jacobite Cruises offer a range of trips A great restaurant and gift shop on site too
walk down the forest paths to see the waterfall Also fabulous views of Loch Ness
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Falls of Foyers
45 B852
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walk down the forest paths to see the waterfall Also fabulous views of Loch Ness
You can’t visit the Highlands without visiting Loch Ness Just 7 miles to Dores beach, take in the fabulous view of the Loch. Also many quiet picnic spots and viewpoints along side the Foyers road
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Loch Ness
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You can’t visit the Highlands without visiting Loch Ness Just 7 miles to Dores beach, take in the fabulous view of the Loch. Also many quiet picnic spots and viewpoints along side the Foyers road
Another quiet place to spend time walking or birdwatching The drive is beautiful
RSPB Loch Ruthven
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Another quiet place to spend time walking or birdwatching The drive is beautiful
Approximately a 25 minute drive towards Fort Augustus will take you to the most spectacular viewpoint The Monadhliath mountains are often covered in snow until late March From the top of the Suidhe you can see 7 lochs , including Loch Ness It’s a fairly easy walk and highly recommended
Suidhe Viewpoint
Approximately a 25 minute drive towards Fort Augustus will take you to the most spectacular viewpoint The Monadhliath mountains are often covered in snow until late March From the top of the Suidhe you can see 7 lochs , including Loch Ness It’s a fairly easy walk and highly recommended

Food scene

If you’re looking for somewhere close by to eat , the Whitebridge Hotel is about 20 minutes from Glen Dragon on the road to Fort Augustus
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Whitebridge Hotel
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If you’re looking for somewhere close by to eat , the Whitebridge Hotel is about 20 minutes from Glen Dragon on the road to Fort Augustus
Great food and atmosphere Overlooks the River Ness Booking essential
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The Mustard Seed Restaurant
16 Fraser St
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Great food and atmosphere Overlooks the River Ness Booking essential
Cosy restaurant with character and wonderful food
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Little Italy
8 Stephen's St
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Cosy restaurant with character and wonderful food
Excellent tasty meals here with friendly service Situated on the Caledonian canal which flows out into Loch Ness. You can Enjoy a trip on the Jacobite cruise boat before returning to the An Talla restaurant. Booking recommended
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An Talla
Dochgarroch Cottages
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Excellent tasty meals here with friendly service Situated on the Caledonian canal which flows out into Loch Ness. You can Enjoy a trip on the Jacobite cruise boat before returning to the An Talla restaurant. Booking recommended

Consejos para la ciudad

Facilidad para moverse por la casa

Own transport is essential to get to Torness

Many of the roads are single track But there are plenty of “Passing Places” to allow vehicles to pass each other Be prepared to do a bit of reversing! There is a local custom, on a single track road, of allowing vehicles going up a hill to have right of way over oncoming vehicles going down the hill Not law but probably just common sense !
Antes de que te vayas

Advisable to book most restaurants

booking any activities or restaurants in advance is a good idea