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Glencoe - Fort William - Lochaber
BALLACHULISH (about 15 minutes drive from Fort William)
The village is surrounded by magnificent scenery.
The Ballachulish Visitor Centre explains the history of the old slate quarry which you can now visit on a 500 metre safe path. The centre is open daily (except Christmas Day) and includes
a coffee shop, gift shop, Internet access, fishing tackle, etc. Tel: 01855 811 866
Across the bridge, you can visit the local confectionery factory which
has a visitor centre where you can sample 24 flavours of the Scottish delicacy
called tablet, plus items such as Great Glen Chocolate Truffles and Coconut
Ice. Open daily all year round (except Sundays in the winter). Tel: 01855 821277. Nearby is
The Scottish Speciality Food Shop which has the largest range of Scottish
foods in the world.
Just before you reach Ballachulish went travelling south from Fort William, you will pass the
Corran ferry which takes passengers and vehicles to Ardgour and is a useful short cut to getting into Morvern and Ardnamurchan.
The ferry runs across the Corran Narrows about every half hour from around 7am to 9pm (8pm in winter).
At the other side you reach The Inn at Ardgour which has a good restaurant and bar, plus 12 rooms for B&B.
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GLENCOE
Here you will find some of Scotland's best mountain scenery. Whatever
the weather and time of year, it always appears spectacular.
Glencoe is sometimes known as the Glen of Weeping or the Valley of the Shadow of Death.
Glencoe is an excellent place for rock climbing and hill walking
during the summer. Why not follow the trails to the Lost Valley and the
Devil's Staircase? Make sure you are well-equipped for being in the mountains
and know where you are going.
The Glencoe Mountain Resort
(tel: 01855 851 226) is located 12 miles south of Glencoe Village.
In summer the centre offers mountain biking (Downhill and XC), archery, orienteering, hill-walking, climbing, chairlift rides, photography, trail building, guided walks and home cooked food in the log cabin cafe.
In winter skiing, snowboarding, sledging and avalanche rescue training are available. 19 runs across 7 lifts catering for skiers and boarders of all levels, including the longest and steepest runs in Scotland.
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The Discover Glencoe web site is a complete guide to Glencoe and surrounding area, with details on accommodation, where to eat and shop, as well as outdoor activities, events, maps, history, special offers, local blogs, etc.
The site also includes info on local walks and a useful section on Gaelic place names.
The Glencoe and Loch Leven Marketing Association publishes a guidebook of the area which you can purchase online via their web site.
The Glencoe & North Lorn Folk Museum is situated in two 18th century thatched croft houses in Glencoe village's main street (next to the village shop and post office). Open Easter - October from 10.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Saturday (tel: 01855 811664). Admission charge for adults.
Lochaber Water Sports at North Ballachulish has yachts, small dinghies, canoes, rowing boats, and a RIB. Tel:
01855 811931.
The WalkHighlands web site has lots of info on
Glencoe walks
Donnie Montgomery has numerous photos of Glencoe and area for sale on his
Highlandscapes web site.
Visit GlencoeScotland.com
for information about the area provided by The Clachaig Inn.
The Visitor Centre run by the National Trust for Scotland includes a
gift shop and video explaining the historical background to the infamous
massacre of the MacDonalds by the Campbells and British Army on 13th February
1692.
For opening times of the centre, see the
NTS web site.
Telephone 01855 811307 or 01855 811729.
To read a detailed
history of the Glencoe Massacre,
click here for Electric Scotland's info.
For more places in this area, visit the pages on Fort William and Oban
Local Accommodation
Hotels / Inns / Guest Houses
Elizabeth Ferguson
Forest View
24 Wades Road
Kinlochleven PH50 4QX
Tel: 01855 831302
Mobile: 07970897036
Email: forestviewbnb@btconnect.com
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Forest View B&B
Friendly B&B in the village of Kinlochleven
right on the path of the West Highland Way
at the head of Loch Leven near scenic Glen Coe.
Ideal for walking, cycling, watersports, etc.
Scottish Tourist Board 3 Stars.
Ballachulish 8 miles. Fort William 22 miles. Oban 41 miles.
3 individually designed bedrooms (1 single & 2 twin)
all with TV/DVD with Freesat channels, hardryer,
hospitality tray, central heating, tourist information.
Free Wi-Fi access.
Secure cycle store. Drying room.
Patio area. Midge eater.
Vegetarians welcome and special diets catered for
(advance notification requested).
B&B prices £30 per person (2 sharing).
Single from £27.
Winter offer valid until 31 March 2012:
£25 per person (£10 single supplement)
excludes Xmas & New Year.
No smoking. Open all year.
Click here to visit web site
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Tailrace Inn
Riverside Road
Kinlochleven PA40 4QH
Tel: +44 (0)1855 831 777
Fax: +44 (0)1855 831 291
Email: tailrace@btconnect.com
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The Tailrace Inn
Situated in the scenic village of Kinlochleven
30 minutes drive from Fort William.
Ideal stopover for hikers on the West Highland Way.
Hill walking, fishing, canoeing nearby.
Lounge bar with good food and traditional live entertainment.
Pool table & big screen TV with Sky Sports.
WiFi Internet access available in the bar and bedrooms.
6 ensuite rooms all with TV, DVD, hairdryer, midge screens on windows:
3 rooms with 1 double and 1 single bed,
2 double rooms,
1 family room with 2 single beds and a set of bunks.
B&B prices from £37 per person.
Single occupancy supplement. Child rates.
Winter offer valid until 28 February 2012:
£25 per person (£10 single supplement).
Online booking by credit card.
Click here to visit web site
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Onich Hotel
Onich
Near Fort William PH33 6RY
Tel: +44 (0)1855 821 214
Email: enquiries@onich-fortwilliam.co.uk
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Onich Hotel
Situated on the shores of Loch Linnhe
with attractive gardens extending to the water's edge.
Stunning panoramic views across the loch to the mountains
of Glencoe, Morvern and Mull.
Located on the A82 midway between Glencoe and Ben Nevis.
9 miles south of Fort William.
AA 3 Stars. Scottish Tourist Board 3 Stars.
Award-winning restaurant perfect for candlelit dinners. AA Red Rosette.
Bar meals also available. Cocktail bar, sun lounge and
'Deerstalker Bar' with wide range of whiskies, ales and spirits.
Licenced to hold civil wedding ceremonies (catering for up to 50).
25 individually decorated bedrooms all with own bathroom,
telephone, satellite TV, hospitality tray, radio and hairdryer.
Superior bedrooms with a balcony also available.
Wine, champagne, chocolates, flowers and fruit
can be ordered for your arrival
Web site includes Virtual tour.
B&B prices from £29.50 per person.
Frequent Special offers.
Child rates. No smoking.
Dogs welcome in some rooms.
Open for Christmas and New Year.
Instant online booking.
Click here to visit web site
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Ballachulish Hotel
Ballachulish
Onich
near Fort William PH49 4JY
Tel: 0844 855 9147
Email: reservations.ballachulish@akkeronhotels.com
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Ballachulish Hotel
Traditional Highland hotel on Loch Linnhe near Glencoe.
18th century listed building with a turreted baronial style old wing
and a stylish new wing with a friendly atmosphere.
Scottish Tourist Board 3 Stars.
Golf, watersports, walking available close by.
12 miles from Fort William.
Free access to leisure facilities at nearby hotel:
pool, sauna, and exercise room.
Bar & Bistro with log fire & daily changing menu.
Wood-panelled lounge where traditional afternoon tea is served.
Free WiFi Internet access.
Licensed for civil wedding ceremonies.
Catering for up to 100 guests.
Facilities for conferences & meetings for up to 70 delegates.
54 ensuite bedrooms (single, double, twin, family).
Many with views overlooking the loch.
All rooms have telephone, TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee.
6 luxury rooms include 5 foot feature bed,
bathrobes, toiletries, fresh fruit, home baking, etc.
Extras can be arranged including flowers, cakes,
chocolates, champagne, wine, etc.
B&B prices from £45 per person.
Special offers page.
Child rates available.
Dogs welcome (small charge).
Open all year including Christmas & New Year.
Instant online booking.
Please quote "SCOTINFO" when enquiring to access the best prices & offers.
Click here to visit web site
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Guy and Edward Daynes
The Clachaig Inn
Clachaig
Glencoe
Argyll PH49 4HX
Tel: +44 (0)1855 811252
Fax: +44 (0)1855 812030
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Clachaig Inn
Traditional, comfortable and inexpensive accommodation.
Situated in the heart of Glencoe, surrounded by mountains on all sides.
Renowned for its warm hospitality, excellent food
and extensive range of high quality cask ales.
Excellent base for outdoor activities such as hillwalking,
climbing, sailing, skiing, snowboarding and mountain biking.
Restaurant, 3 bars and a beer garden.
Food served throughout the day.
Packed lunches available.
Live music every Saturday night.
National Winner of 'Les Routiers' Real Ale Pub of The Year 2004.
Also featured in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide
and Trail Magazine's 'Best Outdoor Pub in the UK'.
23 ensuite bedrooms (single, double, twin, family)
all with TV and tea/coffee.
Traditional hearty Scottish breakfasts.
Member of the Scottish Tourist Board.
Wi-Fi broadband access.
B&B prices from £42 per person.
Discounts for 3 or more nights.
Child rates available.
Dogs permitted in some bedrooms.
Special offers sometimes available.
Beer festivals in February and October.
Credit cards accepted.
Open all year except Christmas.
Self catering also available.
Click here to visit web site
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The Isles of Glencoe Hotel and Leisure Centre
Ballachulish
near Fort William PH49 4HL
Tel: 0844 855 9148
Email: reservations.glencoe@akkeronhotels.com
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Isles of Glencoe Hotel and Leisure Centre
Family-friendly informal hotel overlooking Loch Leven & Glencoe.
11 miles from Fort William.
Scottish Tourist Board 3 Star Hotel.
Watersports, golf and walks nearby.
Free access to leisure centre facilities:
pool, Bio-sauna, hydro seat & exercise room.
Lochside restaurant/bistro for lunch & dinner.
Free WiFi Internet access.
Licensed for civil wedding ceremonies.
Facilities for conferences & meetings.
57 ensuite bedrooms (double, twin, family).
Some with French doors opening onto the lochside.
Family rooms include bunk beds & a second TV in a separate area.
Luxury rooms have floor to ceiling windows & king size bed.
Extras can be arranged including flowers, cakes,
chocolates, champagne, wine, etc.
Some rooms with disabled access.
B&B prices from £39.50 per person.
Special offers page.
Child rates available.
Dogs welcome (small charge).
Open all year including Christmas & New Year.
Instant online booking.
Please quote "SCOTINFO" when enquiring to access the best prices & offers.
Click here to visit web site
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Hilary Wilson
Loch Leven Hotel
Old Ferry Road
North Ballachulish PH33 6SA
Tel: +44 (0)1855 821236
Fax: +44 (0)1855 821550
Fully licenced to hold civil marriage ceremonies.
Spectacular setting for photos.
Catering for up to 100 for wedding receptions.
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Loch Leven Hotel
17th century coaching inn on the shores of Loch Leven.
Next to the Ballachulish Bridge. 12 miles south of Fort William.
Privately owned, family-run hotel with cosy, informal atmosphere.
The hotel was used by the BBC as a filming location for Rockface.
Featured on TV on Britain's Best Breaks.
Pick-up service for walkers on the West Highland Way.
12 ensuite spacious bedrooms all individually decorated.
Choice of double, twin, single and family rooms.
All with mountain views, TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee.
Many with stunning loch views.
A deluxe room has stunning views, a king-size bed
& luxury bathroom with a teardrop-shaped bath.
Web site includes 360 degree virtual tours.
Home-cooked meals in the Loch View Restaurant.
Traditional public bar with log fire
and lounge bar/bistro with bar menu and 75 malts.
Children welcome in the family room and games room (video games, pool table).
B&B prices from £35 per person.
Offers: 10% off 3 or more nights, 15% off 6 or more nights.
Off season Bargain breaks.
Child discounts. Pets welcome.
Open for Hogmanay.
Click here to visit web site
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The Inn at Ardgour
Ardgour
Fort William PH33 7AA
Tel: +44 (0) 1855 841225
Fax: +44 (0) 1855 841214
Email:
theinn@ardgour.biz
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The Inn at Ardgour
Stunning lochside position looking across Loch Linnhe
towards Fort William and the mountains beyond.
Next to the Corran Ferry 9 miles from Fort William.
Easy access to Ardnamurchan and the Road to the Isles.
Glencoe 7 miles. Castle Tioram 30 miles.
Mull ferry 44 miles. Skye ferry 53 miles.
Walkers & Cyclists Welcome.
Family-run inn with traditional Highland welcome.
Voted 'Inn of The Year 2000, 2004 & 2006'
by customers of Discover Travel and Tours.
Recently modernised. Wi-fi access.
The oldest part of the Inn dates from 1746.
Cosy, intimate restaurant. Guest Lounge.
Bar with extensive choice of malt whiskies and its own library!
Scottish Tourist Board 3 Stars Small Hotel.
12 individually decorated ensuite bedrooms (double, twin, family)
with TV, tea-making facilities, hairdryer, central heating, etc.
All have stunning views of the mountains and Loch Linnhe.
Honeymoon suite with kingsize bed.
B&B prices from £30 per person.
Special offers often available.
Instant online booking.
Click here to visit web site
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Self Catering Accommodation
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Birchbrae Lodges
Onich
Fort William PH33 6SE
Tel: +44 (0)1855 821261
Mobile: 07920 186507
Email: enquiries@birchbrae.com
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Birchbrae Lodges
7 luxury, Scandinavian style lodges set in a secluded woodland.
500 metres from the shores of Loch Linnhe
8 miles south of Fort William. 7 miles from Glencoe village.
Near the Corran ferry to Ardnamurchan.
Guests have free access to the swimming pool, sauna and spa
at the Ben Nevis Leisure Club.
Free golf at Dragonstooth Golf Course in Ballachulish.
Scottish Tourist Board 4 Stars.
Each lodge has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,
kitchen, dining area, large lounge,
surround sound home cinema TV system,
wireless Broadband Internet access,
DVD player, CD player, radio, electric cooker,
microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine.
Electric heating and double glazing.
Verandah with Midgeater machine, chairs and table
One lodge is disabled friendly with ramp access & walk in shower.
Web site includes virtual tours.
Prices from £395 per week
include electricity, heating, bedlinen, towels.
Reductions available for 2-week bookings
and for 2 persons only (on weekly bookings).
Short breaks (minimum 3 nights) from £90 per night.
No smoking. Pets welcome (extra charge).
Online booking and availability calendar.
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Glencoe Independent Hostel
Glencoe
Near Ballachulish
Argyll PH49 4HX
Tel: 01855 811906
Email: info@glencoehostel.co.uk
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Glencoe Independent Hostel
Choice of self catering accommodation.
Located midway between Glencoe Village and the Clachaig Inn.
Approximately 15 miles south of Fort William.
The site includes a small shop, laundry (service wash),
Internet terminals and free WiFi in the reception porch.
Ample car parking.
Pickups from the village by prior arrangement.
Hostel (sleeps up to 26)
4 heated bedrooms plus showers and WCs.
Fully equipped kitchen, dining room, lounge with open log fire.
Prices from £13.50 - £15.50 per person per night.
Exclusive use from £270 - £330 per night.
Alpine Bunkhouse (sleeps up to 16)
3 heated bedrooms plus showers and WCs.
Communal area for dining, relaxing and cooking.
Available for groups at all times,
and for individuals when the hostel is full.
Prices from £11.50 - £12.50 per person per night.
Exclusive use from £145 - £160 per night.
Bed linen included.
4 static caravans (sleeping 4 - 6)
Brand new for 2012.
Available from mid March to the end of October.
Each caravan has 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom
and a double bed in the lounge. TV and DVD player.
Heated lounge, kitchen and toilet/shower room.
Double glazing, plinth heaters in the bedrooms.
Prices from £16.50 per person per night or £270 per week.
Discounts for couples and/or 2 week stays.
Bed linen, towels, electricity & gas all included.
Log cabin (sleeps 2 - 3)
Self-contained unit with
triple bunk bed (single top & double below),
kitchenette, shower, TV, WC and wash hand basin.
Prices from £20 per person per night
or from £200 per week per cabin.
Bed linen included.
Dogs are welcome in the cabin & caravans with prior arrangement.
All guests can take advantage of the top quality
drying room, fully heated with a commercial dehumidifier.
Online booking.
Click here to visit web site
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Carefree Hoildays Glencoe
Clachaig
Glencoe
Argyll PH49 4HX
Tel: +44 (0)1855 811252
Fax: +44 (0)1855 812030
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Carefree Self Catering Holidays
Choice of self catering properties in and around Glencoe.
Convenient for local shops, hotels and amenities.
All graded at least Scottish Tourist Board 4 Stars.
Special offers & short breaks sometimes available.
Online availability calendars.
Clachaig Lodges and Chalets (sleeping 4 - 5)
Set in the grounds of the award-winning Clachaig Inn
with magnificent mountain views in all directions.
Choice of 4 properties with 2 or 3 bedrooms.
Each property also has lounge, central heating,
kitchen with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, etc.
Rental prices from £305 - £825 per week.
Quarry Cottages (sleeping 4)
Purpose built cottages in Ballachulish village.
2 twin bedrooms. Bathroom with shower over the bath.
Large open plan lounge/dining area with adjacent kitchen.
Facilities include electric cooker, fridge, microwave,
washing/drying machine
Rental prices from £295 - £685 per week.
Riverbank Holiday Cottages (sleeping 4 - 6)
Quiet riverside location, spacious grounds alongside
the river with magnificent mountain views.
5 minutes walk from the centre of Glencoe Village.
Choice of properties with 2 or 3 bedrooms all ensuite.
Each property has lounge, central heating, kitchen with
cooker, microwave, dish washer, washing machine, fridge freezer, etc
Rental prices from £305 - £825 per week.
Hawthorn Cottage (sleeps 6)
Scottish Tourist Board 5 Stars.
3 ensuite bedrooms (1 double, 2 twin).
Large lounge with stone fireplace.
Dining area with mountain views.
Sun lounge and fully equipped kitchen.
Rental prices from £435 - £1060 per week.
Arivonie (sleeps 6 adults)
Converted croft cottage now a modernised, detached family home.
Just outside Glencoe Village on the shores of Loch Leven.
3 bedrooms with mountain views.
Lounge/dining room with real fire. Private garden.
Kitchen with electric oven, microwave, washing machine/dryer.
Rental prices from £330 - £825 per week.
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Discover Glencoe has details on accommodation including special offers and late availability in Glencoe and surrounding areas.
Glencoe Hostels:
- Glencoe Independent Hostel
- choice of accommodation in the hostel, bunkhouse, cottage, log cabins, caravans, camping, etc. Tel: 01855 811906.
Grid reference NN. 116577.
- Invercoe Caravan & Camping Park near Ballachulish has level pitches, several hard standing areas, electric hook-ups, toilet blocks, licensed shop, laundrette, picnic area, children’s play area, anti-midge machines, etc. 5 stars. Open all year. Self catering lodges, cottages, holiday caravans and hobbit homes available to rent. Tel: 01855 811210.
- Blackwater Hostel & Riverside Campsite, Lab Road, Kinlochleven. Scottish Tourist Board 3 Star Hostel.
Bunkhouse accommodation with 40 beds (2, 3 and 4 bedded rooms and an 8 bedded room).
30 camping pitches with own toilet block, showers, etc.
Tel: 01855 831253 or 831402 / Fax: 01631 740549.
- Caolasnacon Caravan & Camping Park is just outside Kinlochleven and 3 miles from Glencoe, on the south shore of Loch Leven. Pitches for tents, space for 50 touring caravans, 30 electric hook-ups, laundrette, dishwashing area, free shower facilities, 2 Midge Magnet Machines.
18 static caravans to let. Tel: 01855 831279.
- SYHA Glencoe Hostel with 56 beds. Map Ref: O.S.41 (GR 118577)
Tel: 01855 811 219.
Miscellaneous B&Bs:
- Morvern Cottage offers bed and breakfast in Glencoe village. 2 ensuite bedrooms (double/twin/family). Tel: 01855 811 544.
- Signal Rock Cottage offers high quality B&B with 2 ensuite twin/double bedrooms, sitting/dining area and a kitchen. Situated near Glencoe village. Surrounded by 50 acres of mixed woodlands on the banks of the River Coe. Trout fishing available. Contact Victoria Sutherland. Tel: 01855 811207. Self catering at Glencoe Cottages also available.
For more places in this area, visit the pages on Fort William and Oban
More accommodation in Lochaber and the Fort William area
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