The Queen Mother’s home in Caithness with the beautiful gardens that she created, an animal centre, tearoom and shop. Open 1 May to 30 September, 10.30am to last entries 4.00pm. Closed for 10 days late July early August. For details contact the castle or website www.castleofmey.org.uk

Tel:+44(0) 1847 851473

Fax:+44(0) 1847 851475

E: castleofmey@totalise.co.uk

W: www.castleofmey.org.uk

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Cawdor Castle, the most romantic castle in the Highlands,has a magical name linked with Macbeth by Shakespeare. The medieval tower and drawbridge are intact and generations of art lovers are responsible for the eclectic collections of paintings, tapestries, furniture and books in the castle. Beautiful gardens, nature trails, golf course, restaurant, snack bar, picnic area and shops. Open from 1st May to the second Sunday in October, daily from 10.00am - 5.30pm, with last admission at 5.00pm.

Tel:01667 404401

Fax:01667 404674

E: info@cawdorcastle.com

W: www.cawdorcastle.com

Price Band: Adults £7.90, children £4.90, OAP £6.90, Family £24.00 (2 adults and up to 5 children)

The Picturesque distillery of Dallas Dhu was built in 1898 to produce malt whisky for Glasgow firm Wright and Greig’s popular Roderick Dhu’ blend. Visitors to the unique time capsule of Dallas Dhu can see and hear how whisky was made here – there is an audio-visual presentation and free audio tour – and sample a free dram.

Want Great value for your money, then why not buy an Explorer Pass at any Historic Scotland property which will allow you entry to over 75 properties around Scotland including, Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery, Elgin Cathedral, Fort George & Urquhart Castle’s to name but a few.

Tel:0131 668 8831 / 8864

Fax:0131 668 8888

E: hs.explorer@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

W: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

Price Band: for Dallas Dhu: Adults £5.20 Children £2.60 Concession £4.20 - Prices valid until 31st March 2009

No visit to Scotland is complete without a visit to a working Scotch Malt Whisky Distillery. How better to capture the true spirit of the nation? From mountain to glen and island to lowland, you’ll find beautifully sited distilleries still dispensing individual charm, history and the local ’water of life’. All waiting to be discovered, wherever you are in Scotland. Our distillies include: Blair Athol Distillery, Caol Ila Distillery, Cardhu Distillery, Clynelish Distillery, Cragganmore Distillery, Dalwhinnie Distillery, Glen Ord Distillery, Lagavulin Distillery, Oban Distillery, Royal Lochnagar Distillery, Balmoral, Talisker Distillery and The Still Room at Gleneagles

Tel:Tel: +44 (0) 1343 547891

Fax:Fax: +44 (0) 1343 562207

E: linda.mellis@diageo.com

W: www.discovering-distilleries.co.uk

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Home of the Clan Sutherland, Dunrobin Castle contains an outstanding collection of paintings, furniture, tapestries and silver. Magnificent formal gardens. Informative falconry displays daily. Museum contains Pictish stones and big game trophies. Gift shop, tea room with home baking. Open 21 March 2008 - 15 October 2008.

Tel:01408 633177

Fax:01408 634081

E: info@dunrobincastle.net

W: www.dunrobincastle.co.uk

Price Band: Adults £7.50, Child £5.00, Seniors £6.50, Students £6.50. Family ticket £20.00. Group discount available.

Wide range of activities (on and off-site). Qualified Instructors, AALA Registered. See website for full details of all activity rates and packages. Prior booking essential.

Tel:+44(0)1997 433397

Fax:+44(0)1997 433225

E: enquiries@fairburncentre.com

W: www.fairburncentre.com

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Positioned strategically on a promontory jutting into the Moray Firth, Fort George was intended as an impregnable army base – designed on a monumental scale using sophisticated defence standards. Its garrison buildings, artillery defences bristling with cannon, and a superb collection of arms – including bayoneted muskets, pikes, swords and ammunition pouches – provide a fascinating insight into 18th-century military life. Fort George is the mightiest artillery fortification in Britain, if not Europe.

Want Great value for your money, then why not buy an Explorer Pass at any Historic Scotland property which will allow you entry to over 75 properties around Scotland including, Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery, Elgin Cathedral, Fort George & Urquhart Castle’s to name but a few.

Tel:0131 668 8831 / 8864

Fax:0131 668 8888

E: hs.explorer@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

W: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

Price Band: for Fort George: Adults £6.70 Children £3.35 Concession £5.20 - Prices valid until 31st March 2009

On the outskirts of Inverness sits the James Pringle Weavers Visitor Centre. Clan Tartans, Cashmere, Whisky, Branded mens and ladies clothing, childrens clothing, gifts, souvenirs, cookshop, furniture, textiles, golf shop all under one roof. Coffee shop, toilets and Free parking all on site.

Tel:01463 223311

Fax:01463 231042

E: invejpwoi487@ewm.co.uk

W: www.ewm.co.uk

Price Band: Free

Sail to the heart of the mystery, learn the fascinating story of Loch Ness through a range of cruises and tours with award winning Jacobite. Options range from 1-hour cruises to 3-hour cruise and tour options, including visits to Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness 2000 monster exhibition. With Jacobite you can truly experience Loch Ness. Open year-round.

Tel:01463 233999

Fax:01463 710188

E: info@jacobite.co.uk

W: www.jacobite.co.uk

Price Band: Prices (adults): Jacobite Sensation - £19.50; Jacobite Reflection - £13.50; Jacobite Temptation - £14.50; Jacobite Inspiration - £8.50; Jacobite Freedom - £12.00 and Jacobite Passion - £29.50

World-famous Loch Ness exhibition complemented by a selection of quality themed shops including The Whisky Shop / House of Heraldry (Genealogy) / Kiltmakers / The Nessie Shop and Local Crafts.

Tel:01456 450573

Fax:01456 450770

E: info@lochness.com

W: www.lochness.com

Price Band: Adults £5.95 Children £4.00 Senior £4.50 Students £5.00 Family £16.50

Urquhart Castle which overlooks the water of Loch Ness, is surrounded by some of Scotland’s most stunning Highland scenery. Once one of Scotland’s largest castles, Urquhart has a fascinating history, which is told in an exhibition and audio-visual display in the superb visitor centre, where medieval artefacts discovered on site are also on show.

Want Great value for your money, then why not buy an Explorer Pass at any Historic Scotland property which will allow you entry to over 75 properties around Scotland including, Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery, Elgin Cathedral, Fort George & Urquhart Castle’s to name but a few.

Tel:0131 668 8831 / 8664

Fax:0131 668 8888

E: hs.explorer@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

W: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

Price Band: for Urquhart Castle: Adults £6.50 Children £3.25 Concessions £5.00 - Prices valid until 31st March 2009