The Jewel of the Highlands
Plockton
Plockton
Set on a sheltered east-facing bay of Loch Carron, Plockton has sweeping views of sea and mountain, the temperate climate allowing palm trees to flourish along iconic Harbour Street. The village is famed as the setting for BBC’s Hamish Macbeth and the Wickerman film.
The cottages are a 5-minute walk to the village centre, with The Plockton Hotel, Gather & Graze shop and restaurant & The Plockton Inn, all well-reputed for their food & drink (best to pre-book in the summer). Harbour Street also hosts a handful of cafes and take-away options. There are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, with Calum’s Seal trips top of the list, in addition to stunning local walks.
Activities
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![Calum’s Seal Trips]()
Calum’s Seal Trips
A must-do when visiting Plockton. Callum also offers cruises & private hire. Free if no seals!
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Walking
Plockton is a hill walker’s paradise with world-class mountain destinations. Explore routes across the Skye & Lochalsh region, plus discover leisurely walks around the village.
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![Coral Beach Plockton]()
Beaches
The closest beach is Coral Beach near the Plockton airstrip, a beautifully secluded location, ideal for a picnic and swim
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![Cycling Plockton]()
Cycling
Plockton & the area is a playground for mountain bikers & road cyclists
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![Paddle boarding Plockton]()
Paddleboarding
A great way to explore the area & view Plockton from the water
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![Sea Kayaking Plockton]()
Seakayaking Plockton
Paddle your way around the local area
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Regatta
A 2-week sailing festival in the summer, with races and a street ceilidh – traditionally, the Regatta is held on the Monday proceeding the 4th Sunday in July.
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Plockton Bowling Green
The only outdoor green in Skye & Lochlash, open to visitors
Eat/Drink
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![The Plockton Hotel]()
The Plockton Hotel
A traditional restaurant and hotel, with a garden terrace perfect for summer afternoons/evenings & periodic live music.
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Plockton Inn
Modern Restaurant, with some outdoor seating, a cosy bar, & live music at 8:30 every Thursday.
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![Gather & Graze]()
Gather & Graze
A restaurant serving lunch and dinner as well as a well equipped shop for your general needs. Reserve a table for dinner online.
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![Meghan’s Ice Cream Plockton]()
Meghan’s
This snack and gift shop serves excellent ice cream, donuts and savoury snacks.
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![The Harbour Fish Bar Plockton]()
The Harbour Fish Bar
Serving excellent fish & chips to take away. Open seasonally, April through October.
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![Rowan Barn Farm / Off Croft Cafe Plockton]()
Off the Croft Takeaway
Located at Rowan Barn Farm, you will find fresh farm produce, and a take away serving burgers and more.
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Fresh Prawns
Prawns can usually be purchased directly from the fisherman around 3pm every day from the Plockton Main Pier.
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Loopy’s Fish van
Passes through the village selling a selection of fresh local fish, Tue & Wed, between 13-14hrs. Courtesy of the award-winning Fisherman’s Kitchen located in Kyle of Lochalsh.
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![Plockton Microbrewery]()
Plockton Microbrewery
Call Andy +441599 544276 to buy direct/visit, also available in The Shores & hotels
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Plockton Distillery
Unique gin distillery, with tastings, selling Plockton gin, coffee & cake
Village Walks
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![Plockton Viewpoint]()
Plockton Viewpoint
Only 10 minutes walk from the cottages, the top of Frithard Hill offers stunning views west to the Cuillins of Skye, North to the Applecross Hills and East Plockton Harbor & the Hills beyond.
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Rudha Mor
5 minutes walk on Frithard Road towards the village from the viewpoint, a lovely 30-45 minute circular woodland walk with multiple loch and island views. Donations to the owner are welcome at end .
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![Aird a' Mhorair Peninsula Plockton]()
Aird a' Mhorair Peninsula
A further 5-10 minutes downhill to the harbor, visit the main pier, and picturesque white houses. The Plockton Playpark is also located on the peninsula, south of the pier.
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![Eilean nan Gamhainn Plockton]()
To Eilean nan Gamhainn
Return to Harbour Street, via the beach or causeway. When the tide out, you can venture to the island in front of Meghan’s, ideal to explore & have a picnic.
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Bank Street
A further 5 minutes on is Bank Street, a charming street facing the south of Loch Carron
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The Brae
Stroll back to the cottages along the Brae path, ascending behind The Inn, for a fantastic elevated view, plus spot Calum’s webcam enroute
Shop
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![Meghan’s Plockton]()
Meghan’s
Gifts, including kitchenware & prints
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![Studio Plockton]()
Studio
Artwork & gifts
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![Leisure Marine Plockton]()
Leisure Marine
Gifts including jewellery, pottery & toys
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Gather & Graze
A small, well-equipped shop open Mnday-Saturday in-season.
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 above.
The Ultimate View of Plockton
Take a hike to the top of the Crags with views over the Village, Lochs Carron, Kishorn, Reraig, and the Hills of Applecross, Torridon & Skye. The walk is approximately 3/4hrs , with an option to extend to Duncraig Castle.
See the WalkHighlands route here.
Traditional Scottish Music
Traditional Music still a major aspect of Gaelic culture.
Plockton is home to The National Centre of Excellence in Traditional Music. In this video, students at the school perform in The Plockton Inn.
Transportation
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. There you will find a bank, post office, supermarket, tourist information, a Highlife Highlands Leisure Centre with swimming pool, and more amenities. The excellent Croft Cafe is enroute to Kyle, located in Duirinish.