Lairg is a small rural village in central Sutherland in the Northern Highlands of Scotland, situated north of Inverness. Archaeological studies have found evidence Lairg was inhabited 5-6000 years ago with the discovery of Cairns and stone burial tombs built by stone-age farmers. In 1807 Lairg was one of the first villages to suffer from the Highland Clearances, where people were evicted from the land to make room for sheep. The railway arrived at Lairg in the 1800’s, still in operation, the railway line runs from Inverness to Thurso. Lairg was one of the first villages in the Highlands to have electricity first from a diesel generator financed by the owner in 1919 and then in 1950s the hydro-electric dam was constructed on Loch Shin. Lairg is a popular tourist resort with spectacular scenery and magnificent mountains, holiday accommodation, shops and local amenities. The Tourist Information Centre has a coffee shop, Internet access, a picnic and children’s play area, forest walks and archaeological trails over Ord Hill. Shin Falls are well-known for the salmon leap and its visitor centre has a restaurant and shop. The purpose-built Ferry-croft Countryside Visitor Centre demonstrates land changes in the area from the ice-age to present day; ranger-led guided walks are offered giving the opportunity to see rare and unique wildlife.
Camping
Dunroamin Caravan Park
Woodend Caravan & Camping Site
Cottage
Doctor
Dr Alexander Dickson
The Surgery
Tongue Health Centre
Pub and Bar
Altnaharra Hotel
Crask Inn
Grange Bar
Nip Inn
Restaurant
Altnaharra Hotel
Kinlochbervie Hotel
School
Kinlochbervie High School
Lairg Primary School
Taxi
Shops
Places to Stay near Lairg
Dunroamin Hotel (9.44 miles)
A friendly hotel where a warm welcome is guaranteed. Scotland's Best Service Award 2002. The hotel has magnificent views all year round and is within easy access to the Scottish highlands.
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Mill Farm B and B (14.78 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
Bhraggie House (15.83 miles)
Eagle Hotel (16.89 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
Dornoch Castle Hotel (17.07 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
Dornoch Hotel (17.16 miles)
Morangie House Hotel (19.13 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 (19.70 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
Royal Marine Hotel (20.34 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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