The Jewel of the Highlands
Plockton
Set on a sheltered bay of Loch Carron it has sweeping views of sea and mountain, a warming Gulf Stream allowing palm trees to flourish. The village was the setting for BBC’s Hamish Macbeth and the Wickerman film. The cottages are within a 10 minute walk to the village centre, with The Shores Restaurant, The Plockton Hotel & The Plockton Inn all award winning for their food & drink, best to pre-book in the summer, plus a handful of places offering take away & fresh produce to dine in. There are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, with Calum’s Seal trips top of the list, in addition to stunning walks. 
Activities
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Calum’s Seal Trips
Free if no seals, a must do, also offers cruises & private hire
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Coral Beach
A beautiful secluded beach, ideal for a picnic and swim
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Cycling
Plockton & the area is a playground for mountain bikers & road cyclists
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Paddleboarding
A great way to explore the area & view Plockton from the water
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Plockton Bowling Green
The only outdoor green in Skye & Lochlash, open to visitors
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Regatta
A 2-week sailing festival in the summer, with races and a street ceilidh
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Seakayaking Plockton
Paddle your way around the local area
Eat/Drink
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The Plockton Hotel
Traditional restaurant, with terrace & live music at times
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Plockton Inn
Modern Restaurant, with some outdoor seating, a cosy bar, live music 2030hrs every Thursday
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Shop & Restaurant - please note the shop is small but well equipped & closes at 15hrs
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The Harbour Fish Bar
Serving excellent fish & chips to take away, Apr-Oct
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Rowan Barn Farm / Off Croft Cafe
For fresh farm produce, and a take away serving burgers
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Meghan’s
For something sweet, including ice cream, donuts and savoury snacks
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Plockton Microbrewery
Call Andy ++441599 544276 to buy direct/visit, also available in The Shores & hotels
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Fresh Prawns
Can be bought direct from the fisherman around 3pm every day from the Plockton ‘main’ pier
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Plockton Distillery
Unique gin distillery, with tastings, selling Plockton gin, coffee & cake
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Fish van
Passes through the village selling a selection of fresh local fish, Tue & Wed, 13-14hrs
Shop
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Leisure Marine
Gifts including jewellery, pottery & toys
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Lochalsh Knitwear
A range of knitted clothing & textiles
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Meghan’s
Gifts, including kitchenware & prints
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Studio
Artwork & gifts
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The Shores
Grocery store, please note closes at 3pm
Walk
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A.Plockton Viewpoint
10 minutes walk from the cottages offering stunning views and sunsets over the Cuillins of Skye
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B. Rudha Mor
15 minutes down towards the village from the viewpoint, a lovely 30-45 minute circular woodland walk with multiple loch views, donations to owner welcome at end
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C. Aird a' Mhorair Peninsula
A further 5-10 minute downhill, visit the main pier, and picturesque white houses
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D. To Eilean nan Gamhainn
Return to Harbour St, via beach if tide out, to the island in front of Meghan’s, again if tide out, ideal to explore & have a picnic
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E. Bank St
A further 5 minutes on is Bank St, a charming street facing the south of Loch Carron
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F. The Brae
Stroll back to the cottages along the Brae path, entering behind The Inn, for a fantastic elevated view, plus spot Calum’s webcam en route
Interactive Map
Click on our map to see the highlights we’ve detailed above, plus our recommended scenic 2-4 hour walk around Plockton we’ve detailed below, (points A-F on map)
The Ultimate View of Plockton
Take the gentle hike to the top of the Crags, 3/4hrs approx, with option to extend to Duncraig Castle, also stunning, click here for route
Traditional Music
Is still a major aspect of Gaelic culture.
Plockton is home to The National Centre of Excellence in Traditional Music, here Students are performing in The Plockton Inn.
Ian McFayen Taxis
07951 190 886 or 0790 0453 031
Kyle Taxis
Skye and Kyle of Lochalsh Taxi & Tour Services
For more amenities, Kyle of Lochalsh, is a 10 minute drive and has a bank, post office, supermarket, tourist information, leisure centre with swimming pool and more amenities & Croft Cafe en route in Duirinish is a great spot for some food.