Places to Visit from Newton Lodge
Maryck Memories of
Childhood Museum - 15 minute walk
This fascinating
exhibition displays a collection of dolls, doll’s houses, toys, bears
etc. dating back over a hundred years. There is also a small tea room
and craft shop.
Kerrachar Gardens - 5 minute drive to the departure
point
Boat trips can be taken from Kylesku Pier to Kerrachar Gardens, a
new loch-side garden which is only accessible by boat. Boat departs from
the slipway at Kylesku, a few minutes drive from Newton Lodge, at 13.00 hours, every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The
boat fare is £10.00 and entrance to the gardens is £2.50. The
gardens are open from mid May to mid September.
Eas a’Chual Aluinn - 5 minute drive to departure point
Boat trips up Glencoul to see Eas a’Chual Aluinn, which at 650 feet is the
highest waterfall in Britain. Cruises depart twice daily, morning and
afternoon, from the
slipway at Kylesku, a few minutes drive from Newton Lodge. A seal
colony and nesting terns are viewed on route.
Ardvreck Castle - 15 minute drive
The ruins of this castle
lie on a small peninsula on picturesque Loch Assynt and are only 15
minutes drive from Kylesku Lodges.
Highland Stoneware - 20minutes to Lochinver
Highland Stoneware at
Lochinver and Ullapool are working potteries making unusual and
distinctive pieces. Visitors are free to browse as potters work on their
wheels. All items are hand crafted and painted and make great souvenirs
or gifts.
Handa Island - 35 minute drive to Departure Point
The nature
reserve of Handa is one of the largest seabird colonies in N.W. Europe.
Handa, an offshore
island with sea cliffs , can be reached by boat from the pier at
Tarbet.
Falls of Shin - 45 minute drive
The falls are a popular
tourist destination. In the summer months it is possible to watch the
salmon leaping up the falls on their journey to the breeding grounds in
the quiet pools upstream. There is also a visitors centre with
restaurant and woodland walks with well marked trails.
Ullapool - 45 minute drive
Ullapool is the gateway to North-West Sutherland,
and is also the main ferry terminal for
Stornoway and the Western Isles. Situated on the shores of Loch Broom, the village is a
popular holiday destination with a leisure centre, swimming pool, golf course,
Highland Stoneware, Tourist Shops, Restaurants and a superb
museum.
Balnakeil Craft Village - 50 minute drive
The craft village, near
Durness, has been established in the once derelict buildings of a former
military base. Nearby attractions are the ruins of the old church at
Balnakeil (1619), the beautiful sands of Balnakeil Bay and Faraid Head -
a favourite haunt of puffins.
Smoo Cave - 55 minute drive
The north coast, Smoo cave
and Durness are all within easy reach of Kylesku Lodges. The cave is a
spectacular limestone cavern. A wooden walkway enables visitors to view
the waterfalls in the inner chamber - which can also be explored by
boat. Between May and July Smoo Cave is also a good place for a close-up
view of nesting Fulmars.
Hydroponicum Garden - 1 hour drive
This unique indoor garden at Achiltibuie demonstrates the growing of all types of plants by the pioneering system
of hydroponics (No soil is required!). Delicious food, including produce
from the hydroponicum can be sampled in the relaxing atmosphere of the
Lilypond cafe, with its floral landscaped pond.
Achiltibuie
Smokehouse - 1 hour drive
The Achiltibuie Smokehouse
is renowned for its smoked salmon, Kippers and smoked meat. From the
viewing windows, visitors can see some of the production, smoking and
slicing activities. The smokehouse is 5 miles west of Achiltibuie.
Corrieshalloch Gorge - 1 hour drive
This mile-long spectacular
gorge climaxes in the falls of Measach and can be viewed from a springy
suspension bridge. The gorge is 10 miles south of Ullapool on the
Poolewe Road. Places to visit on route are Ullapool, Leckmelm
Forrest with its beautiful trees and forest walks and Leckmelm Garden,
pictured right, a beautiful Forrest Garden on the shores of Loch Broom.
Dunrobin Castle and
Gardens - 75 minute drive
The castle is an hour and
a half drive from Kylesku over scenic roads . Falls of Shin can be
visited on route. The castle is the ancient seat of the Earls and Dukes
of Sutherland. On view are furniture, paintings, family memorabilia,
fire engine, museum, a falconry display and beautiful gardens. There is
also a tea room and gift shop. Open 1st April to 15th October.
Inverewe Gardens - 2 hour drive through stunning
scenery
North of Poolewe, the
gardens boast 50 acres of exotic woodlands. They are owned by the
National Trust for Scotland and are worth a visit at any time of year.
There are guided walks, an excellent restaurant and a gift shop. The
drive from Newton Lodge passes through stunning scenery. Make a day trip
and visit
Beautiful Beaches
Kylesku Lodges lies within
easy reach of three coastlines - west , north and east. All boast
beautiful sandy beaches and each has its own special character.
Highland Games
Highland Gatherings are
held throughout the summer months. Visitors can enter the various
competitive events.
