Druimgorm Self Catering Accommodation
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THE ISLE OF SKYE
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Druimgorm is situated in Portree, the principal town of the Isle of Skye and is an ideal base from which to explore the many delights that this magical island has to offer.
Dunvegan Castle, the home of the Chief of Clan Macleod, is one of the oldest castles in Scotland, and still occupied by the family of its first owners. The castle and grounds are open to the public all year round. Other visitor attractions on Skye include a whisky distillery, exhibition centre with cinema, thatched cottages, fossil museum, serpentarium, piping centre, genealogy research study centre, craft shops and galleries. There are also numerous ruined castles on Skye and plenty of photo opportunities wherever you go! The mountains of Skye provide some of the best mountaineering and hill-walking in Europe. The rounded 'Red Cuillin' and the jagged 'Black Cuillin' comprise over 20 Munros (mountains over 3000 feet). Thanks to the island's varied landscape including beaches, forest and waterfalls, there are plenty of places for easy walks too. Golf, cycling, pony trekking, birdwatching, archery, fishing, canoeing, sailing and windsurfing are all possible on Skye. There is an indoor swimming pool at Portree. Small boat trips are operated from Portree, Broadford, Armadale, Kyleakin and Elgol. You may see seals, otters, whales and the myriad of sea birds that, including the sea eagles, inhabit the shores of this beautiful island. A range of events take place throughout the year such as Highland Games, Scottish music performances, food and drink festivals, and craft fairs. During the summer months you can buy a combined ferry and coach ticket at Uig to visit the Hebridean islands of North Uist and Harris on a day trip. Another easy excursion by ferry is possible to the Isle of Raasay whose distinctive shape lies just off the east coast of Skye. If you have a day to spare, a short outing to the mainland will allow you to visit Eilean Donan Castle (only 8 miles from the Skye Bridge) and the picturesque village of Plockton (made famous by the TV series Hamish Macbeth). |
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