Kirkhill

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Band forms a semi circle on the lawn in front of the Castle in twilight. BAND AT ACHNAGAIRN CASTLE - The band were delighted to be asked to perform at the International Social Travel Summit Gala Dinner tonight at the beautiful Achnagairn Castle near inverness. The summit was attended by over 120 delegates from a considerable number of countries, and we were more than happy to entertain them outside this historic and beautiful building. Our slot was between the delegates arrival and their going into dinner. Pipe Major Steve Spencer was playing out on the front lawn in the gloaming - and the guests lapped up the "solo piper" performance - only for them to whoop with delight when the surprise appeared, the full Band marching out from the side of the Castle to join the Pipie on the lawn. Despite work and health issues at short notice, which saw the number of pipers diminished somewhat, we were still able to field ELEVEN pipers, SEVEN snare drummer, a bass and a Drum Major (20 in total). The delegates were obviously enjoying the performance when, all too soon, it was time for the Band to conclude and march off, so the guests could go to dine. Despite the failing light, hopefully my photographs will give a hint of the occasion - being an international event, VisitScotland anticipate many far better photos than mine all over the internet before long!
Photo by Dave Conner (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Band forms a semi circle on the lawn in front of the Castle in twilight. BAND AT ACHNAGAIRN CASTLE - The band were delighted to be asked to perform at the International Social Travel Summit Gala Dinner tonight at the beautiful Achnagairn Castle near inverness. The summit was attended by over 120 delegates from a considerable number of countries, and we were more than happy to entertain them outside this historic and beautiful building. Our slot was between the delegates arrival and their going into dinner. Pipe Major Steve Spencer was playing out on the front lawn in the gloaming - and the guests lapped up the "solo piper" performance - only for them to whoop with delight when the surprise appeared, the full Band marching out from the side of the Castle to join the Pipie on the lawn. Despite work and health issues at short notice, which saw the number of pipers diminished somewhat, we were still able to field ELEVEN pipers, SEVEN snare drummer, a bass and a Drum Major (20 in total). The delegates were obviously enjoying the performance when, all too soon, it was time for the Band to conclude and march off, so the guests could go to dine. Despite the failing light, hopefully my photographs will give a hint of the occasion - being an international event, VisitScotland anticipate many far better photos than mine all over the internet before long!
Photo by Dave Conner (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Achnagairn House
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Lentran House
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Road to Newton House and Balcarse Farm East of Kirkhill village.
Photo by Dave Fergusson (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

4 out of 5
Fresson Circle, Dalcross Inverness Scotland
The price is CA $85 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
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CA $102 total
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean and tidy, friendly helpful staff.

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Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
Tulloch Castle Hotel

Tulloch Castle Hotel

4 out of 5
Tulloch Castle Drive Dingwall Scotland
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The price is CA $105 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
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Mar 5 - Mar 6
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Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Tulloch Castle Hotel
The Royal Highland Hotel

The Royal Highland Hotel

3 out of 5
Station Square Inverness Scotland
The price is CA $125 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
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CA $150 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
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8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room and great shower

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

The Royal Highland Hotel
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Traditional Highland Country House

Traditional Highland Country House

Kirkhill SCT
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Moniack Castle and Beauly Priory ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Great place. Clean. Fully equipped for a large group. Would highly recommend

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Traditional Highland Country House
Rossal House Apartments

Rossal House Apartments

4 out of 5
Rossal House Inverness Scotland
Stay at this vacation home in Inverness. Enjoy free parking, a computer station, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Ness Islands are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
The staff is top notch! We woke up to a flat tire and they helped us get on our way. The house is beautiful and the gardens were stunning. We loved staying here

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Rossal House Apartments
Highland Apartments By Mansley

Highland Apartments By Mansley

4 out of 5
Living by the Bridge Inverness Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (537 reviews)
The apartment exceeded our expectations. Great central location, 5 minutes walk from the train station, Tesco just a few minutes' walk across the bridge for food supplies, and check-in was seamless. The only negative is that the apartment is above a bar with loud music able to be heard in the bedroom, ...

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Highland Apartments By Mansley
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Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and château or palace

Inverness Castle

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Urquhart Castle showing a ruin, a lake or waterhole and tranquil scenes

Urquhart Castle

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
Inverness Cathedral which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Inverness Cathedral

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
The vast, simple beauty of Culloden is amplified when our eyes zoom into the ecosystem that lives and thrives here. It was a buzzing afternoon. Bees and bumblebees were just busy at work late in the afternoon when I stopped by the battlefield. #lifeatexpedia #scotland

Culloden Battlefield

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a stop at Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Culloden Battlefield
Eden Court Theatre which includes a river or creek and modern architecture

Eden Court Theatre

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre
HDTCMN The Eastgate shopping centre in Inverness in the Highland Reigon of Scotland. SCO 11,266.

Eastgate Shopping Centre

You can do some window-shopping at Eastgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront, or seek out the local tours.

Eastgate Shopping Centre

Things to do

Eilean Donan Castle

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

CA $110
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

CA $128
per adult
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour
Town on Scottish coastline

Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

CA $123
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

CA $98
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip
Glenfinnan Viaduct for the Jacobite Steam Train

Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure

CA $116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

CA $120
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From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
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Cities near Kirkhill

Urquhart Castle showing building ruins and a lake or waterhole

Inverness