Brora is a small village in east Sutherland in the Highlands of Scotland, situated on the coast of the Moray Firth. Archaeological studies uncovered ancient inhabitants with arrowheads dating from 3700BC, Pictish Towers and Hillforts dating from 8th century BC including Duchary Roch Fort situated above Loch Brora, Ben Griam Beg and Dun Creich lying south-east of Bonar Bridge. Brora is a coastal resort popular with tourists, golfers and fishers. Brora has hotels and a caravan-site and is an excellent base for exploring the area. The village centre has mainly grey-stone buildings; interesting features include the Memorial Clock Tower, the museum and the small harbour, there are a few shops, restaurants and cafes. Attractions include the18-hole links golf course designed in 1923 which runs parallel with the beautiful sandy beach. Clynelish Malt Whiskey Distillery built in 1819 stands north of the village. Activities include fishing on the sea, Loch Brora and the river, bowling, tennis, nature watching and many walks in the surrounding hills. Nearby is the Glenmorangie Distillery, Dornoch Cathedral and a working watermill and pottery shop in Tain. Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve has a visitor centre and guided walks. Dolphins, whales and seals can also be observed in their natural habitat in the Moray Firth.
Attraction
Cottage
Doctor
Golf Club
Restaurant
Golden Fry Restaurant
Quiet Piggy Restaurant
Royal Marine
School
Shops
Places to Stay near Brora
Royal Marine Hotel (0.23 miles)
The Royal Marine Hotel overlooks the mouth of the River Brora and offers calm, gracious surroundings, great food, leisure facilities, log fires and a Highland welcome.
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Bhraggie House (4.79 miles)
Bridge Hotel (10.31 miles)
Situated in the heart of a picturesque Highland village on the east coast of Scotland, this contemporary country hotel rejects modern day distractions in favour of a haven of peace. In an ... More
Dornoch Hotel (10.98 miles)
Mill Farm B and B (11.05 miles)
Mill Farm is a working farm and family home, located just two miles away from the historic county town of Dornoch. Set in its own 50 acres of ground, Mill ... More
Dornoch Castle Hotel (11.19 miles)
Set in private and beautifully manicured gardens, this Scottish Castle occupies a tranquil position in the heart of the beautiful village of Dornoch, yet still enjoys easy access to the A9. Steeped ... More
Eagle Hotel (11.26 miles)
The Eagle Hotel is a beautiful, traditionally run hotel in the Idyllic highlands of Scotland. Situated in Royal Dornoch, it makes ideal base to explore the local area, or play ... More
Morangie House Hotel (15.67 miles)
The Morangie, a fine old Victorian mansion, is set on the northern outskirts of the Ancient and Royal Burgh of Tain, Ross & Cromarty, one of Scotland's oldest burghs. Its grand design and spacious and ... More | visit website
Mansfield Castle Hotel (16.04 miles)
Mansfield House Hotel is a luxury country house hotel, rated 4 star by the Scottish Tourist Board, in which the resident owners provide a welcoming and friendly atmosphere in a comfortable ... More
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