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Museums and Interpretation Centres in Lochaber

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1

Ardnamurchan Lighthouse

 (Ardnamurchan)
Ardnamurchan Lighthouse

The Ardnamurchan Lighthouse, on the most westerly point of the Ardnamurchan peninsula, was built in 1845 under the supervision of Alan Stevenson in an elegant Egyptian style, with Egyptian figurines decorating the lamp base.  The lighthouse is fully operational and automated.  The site is...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/ardnamurchan/attractions/ardnamurchan-lighthouse

2

Ncn’ean Distillery

 (Morvern Peninsula)
Ncn’ean Distillery

Ncn’ean Distillery is a young independent distillery on the Morvern Peninsula creating experimental spirits and championing sustainable production.  Ncn’ean, pronounced Nc-ne-an (Nc-Knee-anne) started distilling in March 2017 and offers daily tours during the working week.

Tours must be...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/ardnamurchan/attractions/ncnean-distillery

3

Ardnamurchan Natural History Visitor Centre

 (Ardnamurchan)
The Ardnamurchan Natural History Visitor Centre

The Ardnamurchan Natural History Centre, formerly Nadurra, comprises a stylish, eco-friendly shop, cafe and an exhibition centre. 

The exhibition centre (the Living Building),  built in 1992, with its wooden frame and turf roof, includes a range of exhibits, displays, interactive...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/ardnamurchan/attractions/ardnamurchan-natural-history-visitor-centre

4

Ardnamurchan Distillery

 (Ardnamurchan)
The Ardnamurchan Distillery at Glenbeg

The Ardnamurchan Distillery opened in July 2014 producing two signature styles of spirit, one peated and one unpeated which will mature in American and Spanish oak casks in the warhouse at Glenbeg.

The distillery has a visitor centre from where they run exclusive, informative and friendly...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/ardnamurchan/attractions/ardnamurchan-distillery

5

Land Sea and Islands Centre

 (Arisaig)
The Land Sea and Islands Centre, Arisaig

The Visitor Centre in Arisaig houses an interesting collection of books, photographs, artefacts and exhibits illustrating the social, cultural and natural history of the area.   There is a display about the Scottish artist, Jemima Blackburn (1823 - 1909), who became an important illustrator and...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/mallaig-glenfinnan/attractions/land-sea-and-islands-centre

6

Mallaig Heritage Centre

 (Mallaig)
Mallaig Heritage Centre

The Heritage Centre in Mallaig, Morar provides a unique insight into the landscape, history and culture of the Rough Bounds through exhibits, models and film. The Rough Bounds (consisting of Arisaig, North Morar, Moidart and Knoydart) is a region renowned for its wild, remote and rugged...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/mallaig-glenfinnan/attractions/mallaig-heritage-centre

7

Moidart History House

 (Moidart)
The Moidart History House

The Moidart History House is a small interpretation centre located next to the Glenuig Community shop on the A861 in Glenuig.  It was opened in 2011 and showcases some of the excellent work of the Moidart Local History Group.  Areas of interest include religion, archaeology, agriculture,...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/ardnamurchan/attractions/moidart-history-house

8

The Carved Stones of Kiel

 (Morvern)
The Carved Stones of Kiel as displayed in the Old Session House

Kiel was an important religious centre in the Middle Ages by virtue of its location along the western seaboard, and received much patronage and support.  The Carved Stones of Kiel are a collection of nineteen medieval carved gravestone slabs.  Seventeen stones are arranged vertically around the...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/ardnamurchan/attractions/carved-stones-of-kiel

9

Glenfinnan Station and Viaduct

 (Lochaber)
Glenfinnan Station Museum

Glenfinnam Station

West Highland Extension to Mallaig was formally opened on 1st April 1901, providing a link (for passengers and freight) between the city of Glasgow and the small fishing port of Mallaig.   The two-platformed station at Glenfinnan contains...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/mallaig-glenfinnan/attractions/glenfinnan-station-and-viaduct

10

The Glenfinnan Monument

 (Lochaber)
The Glenfinnan Monument

The iconic Glenfinnan Monument stands at the head of Loch Shiel, framed by the hills and woods of Moidart, Ardgour and Lochaber.  The Monument was erected in 1815 by Alexander MacDonald of Glenaladale as a tribute to the loyal Jacobites who rallied behind Bonnie Prince Charlie in his attempt to...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/mallaig-glenfinnan/attractions/glenfinnan-monument

11

Treasures of the Earth

 (Fort William)
The Treasures of the Earth, Fort William

The Treasures of the Earth contains one of the largest private collections of crystals and gemstones in Europe, as well as a fine collection of marine fossils. 

The collections is housed in a copper-roofed museum with a short section of narrow gauged railway line with mine tubs from a...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/attractions/treasures-of-the-earth

12

Kilmallie Stone Circle

 (Fort William)
Kilmallie Stone Circle

Lochaber ranks as one of the best regions in Scotland’s for geodiversity.  Its complex geological history has involved ancient plate collisions and mountain building episodes, plate rifting and vulcanism and more recently, a major glaciations event.  Lochaber, together with the Northwest...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/geology/kilmallie-stone-circle

13

Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre

 (Fort William)
Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre in Fort William

The Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre in situated opposite Cameron Square in the centre of Fort William.

A variety of display boards, geological samples and information leaflets.

Discover the geodiversity of Lochaber and meet some of the geopark team.

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/attractions/lochaber-geopark-visitor-centre

14

West Highland Museum

 (Fort William)
West Highland Museum

The West Highland Museum’s collections tell the story of the Lochaber region in context of it's rich and colourful history. The Museum has a fine collection of Jacobite artefacts, a reconstructed 'Governors' Room' from the old fort, and a small collection of militaria and Victoriana. There is...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/attractions/west-highland-museum

15

National Trust for Scotland Glencoe Visitor Centre

 (Glencoe)
National Trust for Scotland Glencoe Visitor Centre

The NTS Glencoe Visitor Centre consists of a Visitor Centre, Shop and Cafe. It is also the start point for the Glencoe Woodland Trail.

The Visitor Centre is well worth a visit. It provides a fascinating insight into the historical, cultural, and social heritage of Glencoe through...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/glencoe/attractions/national-trust-scotland-glencoe-visitor-centre

16

Glen Nevis Visitor Centre

 (Fort William)
Glen Nevis Visitor Centre

Glen Nevis Visitor Centre is located on the Glen Nevis Road, approximately 2km from Fort William It is run by The Highland Council and supports a Visitor Exhibition, Shop, Toilets and car parking. The shop sells a range of products, including a good selection of books, maps, travel/safety...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/attractions/glen-nevis-visitor-centre

17

Ben Nevis Distillery

 (Fort William)
Ben Nevis Distillery in Fort William

Visitor Centre, tours and whisky shop at the one of the oldest licensed distilleries in Scotland.

Distillery Tours 2015 (Please see website for up to date information)

Adult £5, children (under 18) £2.50, groups 15+ £4.50

Executive tour: £30pp - an in depth tour followed by...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/attractions/ben-nevis-distillery

18

Clan Cameron Museum

 (Loch Arkaig)
Clan Cameron Museum

The Clan Cameron Museum at Achnacarry traces the history of Clan Cameron, from its early beginnings in Lochaber in the 14th century to the present day.

The museum, housed in an old traditional building, consists of several rooms of exhibits, an archive reading room and a gift shop. The...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/loch-arkaig/attractions/clan-cameron-museum

19

Nevis Range Mountain Discovery Centre

The Nevis Range Mountain Discovery Centre is situated by the cafe at the top of The Nevis Range Gondola and has an interesting range of exhibits and artefacts on display. Topics covered include wildlife on the mountain and moor, the building of the Nevis Range, green tourism and ski information...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/fort-william/attractions/nevis-range-mountain-discovery-centre

20

Lochaber Geopark Hub and Darwin's Rest Coffee Shop

 (Roy Bridge)
Darwin's Rest coffee shop in Roy Bridge

The Lochaber Geopark Hub and Darwin's Rest Coffee Shop is located in Roybridge within a short distance of the famous Parallel Roads, one of the Geological Society's ‘100 Great Geosites of the UK and Ireland’.  

A series of display boards in the Hub provide a fascinatiing insight into the...

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Source: www.wildlochaber.com/roy-bridge/geology/lochaber-geopark-hub-and-darwins-rest-coffee-shop

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