Oldshoremore Retreats guidebook
Sightseeing
Oldshoremore Beach
2 minutes away by car and stunningly beautiful
Needs a day trip as the walk is about 3 hours but well worth it, take a picnic and enjoy the journey
More details here https://www.visitscotland.com/info/towns-villages/sandwood-bay-p245571
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Sandwood Bay Beach
Needs a day trip as the walk is about 3 hours but well worth it, take a picnic and enjoy the journey
More details here https://www.visitscotland.com/info/towns-villages/sandwood-bay-p245571
A thriving little craft village, great place to walk around followed by a trip to Balnakeil Beach.
More details here https://balnakeilcraftvillage.weebly.com/
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Balnakeil Craft Village
21E Craft VillageA thriving little craft village, great place to walk around followed by a trip to Balnakeil Beach.
More details here https://balnakeilcraftvillage.weebly.com/
Smoo Cave is a large combined sea cave and freshwater cave in Durness in Sutherland. The cave name is thought to originate from the Norse 'smjugg' or 'smuga', meaning a hole or hiding-place.
The cave is unique within the in that the first chamber has been formed by the action of the sea, whereas the inner chambers are freshwater passages, formed from rainwater dissolving the carbonate dolomites. Partway through the cave the waters of Allt Smoo also drop in as a 20 metres (66 ft) high waterfall.
The cave is composed of three main sections: a large sea cave entrance chamber, a waterfall chamber and a short freshwater passage which leads to a terminal sump chamber with some flowstone formations at the rear.
The cave entrance and main chamber have been considerably enlarged by sea action to approximately 40 metres (130 ft) wide and 15 metres (49 ft) high, the largest sea cave entrance in Britain.
The entrance is located at the end of a 600 metres (660 yd) long tidal gorge (Geodha Smoo) which was once part of the cave, now collapsed. Several remnant pillars can be seen along the eastern side of the Geodh along with a large section of the previous roof which has been partly buried by the grassy slope (normally covered by rocks spelling out the names of visitors to the cave). The sea rarely enters the sea cave nowadays (only during spring tides) as the area has undergone isostatic uplift.
The present-day cave is 83 metres (272 ft) long up to the terminal sump at the rear of the third chamber / passage. The cave travels further however as an active stream of notable size resurges here at all times. Previous dye-testing has linked an underwater passage to an initial sink point in the Allt Smoo stream about 100 metres (330 ft) upstream from the main waterfall, implying that the cave system is at least twice as long as once thought.
Cave divers from the Grampian Speleological Group have dived this sump for a distance of about 40 metres (130 ft), although large volumes of silt and peat in the water have prevented further exploration. It is worth noting that the main waterfall is often dry and will only become active once this upstream sink overflows.
Archaeological investigations have turned up Neolithic, Norse and Iron Age artifacts, and it is thought that usage may extend back to the Mesolithic age.
Tours of the cave operate during the summer, taking visitors to the inner chamber by boat. More details here http://www.smoocavetours.com/
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Smoo Cave
SmooSmoo Cave is a large combined sea cave and freshwater cave in Durness in Sutherland. The cave name is thought to originate from the Norse 'smjugg' or 'smuga', meaning a hole or hiding-place.
The cave is unique within the in that the first chamber has been formed by the action of the sea, whereas the inner chambers are freshwater passages, formed from rainwater dissolving the carbonate dolomites. Partway through the cave the waters of Allt Smoo also drop in as a 20 metres (66 ft) high waterfall.
The cave is composed of three main sections: a large sea cave entrance chamber, a waterfall chamber and a short freshwater passage which leads to a terminal sump chamber with some flowstone formations at the rear.
The cave entrance and main chamber have been considerably enlarged by sea action to approximately 40 metres (130 ft) wide and 15 metres (49 ft) high, the largest sea cave entrance in Britain.
The entrance is located at the end of a 600 metres (660 yd) long tidal gorge (Geodha Smoo) which was once part of the cave, now collapsed. Several remnant pillars can be seen along the eastern side of the Geodh along with a large section of the previous roof which has been partly buried by the grassy slope (normally covered by rocks spelling out the names of visitors to the cave). The sea rarely enters the sea cave nowadays (only during spring tides) as the area has undergone isostatic uplift.
The present-day cave is 83 metres (272 ft) long up to the terminal sump at the rear of the third chamber / passage. The cave travels further however as an active stream of notable size resurges here at all times. Previous dye-testing has linked an underwater passage to an initial sink point in the Allt Smoo stream about 100 metres (330 ft) upstream from the main waterfall, implying that the cave system is at least twice as long as once thought.
Cave divers from the Grampian Speleological Group have dived this sump for a distance of about 40 metres (130 ft), although large volumes of silt and peat in the water have prevented further exploration. It is worth noting that the main waterfall is often dry and will only become active once this upstream sink overflows.
Archaeological investigations have turned up Neolithic, Norse and Iron Age artifacts, and it is thought that usage may extend back to the Mesolithic age.
Tours of the cave operate during the summer, taking visitors to the inner chamber by boat. More details here http://www.smoocavetours.com/
Take the ferry across to see the Puffins, regular sailings if the weather is suitable. don't go if it's windy as ferry won't be running. www.handa-ferry.com/
Can I pre-book a time?
No – sorry – we cannot maintain a fixed bookings schedule.
What are the Ferry Timings?
Monday to Saturday 9am to 2pm (latest outgoing) but this also dependant on the weather conditions. More frequent ferry trips can go at busy times in good weather.
What does it cost?
Adults £20, Children (under 14) £10, Children under 5 Free
What is the BEST TIME to see the Puffins?
YES – summer is best – May, June and July
Can I pay by Credit/Debit Card?
No – sorry – we are not set up to take cards.
Can I take small Children?
YES – but weather conditions must be taken into account.
Can I take my dog?
No – due to passenger comfort, safety and space on the small ferry this is not possible.
Handa Ferry
Take the ferry across to see the Puffins, regular sailings if the weather is suitable. don't go if it's windy as ferry won't be running. www.handa-ferry.com/
Can I pre-book a time?
No – sorry – we cannot maintain a fixed bookings schedule.
What are the Ferry Timings?
Monday to Saturday 9am to 2pm (latest outgoing) but this also dependant on the weather conditions. More frequent ferry trips can go at busy times in good weather.
What does it cost?
Adults £20, Children (under 14) £10, Children under 5 Free
What is the BEST TIME to see the Puffins?
YES – summer is best – May, June and July
Can I pay by Credit/Debit Card?
No – sorry – we are not set up to take cards.
Can I take small Children?
YES – but weather conditions must be taken into account.
Can I take my dog?
No – due to passenger comfort, safety and space on the small ferry this is not possible.
City/town information
A small township but has a local garage, Spar and a couple of shops and coffee shop (only open in the season).
Kinlochbervie
A small township but has a local garage, Spar and a couple of shops and coffee shop (only open in the season).
Petrol garage and good for hardware needs
The Garage, Kinlochbervie IV27 4RP
Bervie Stores Filling Station
Petrol garage and good for hardware needs
The Garage, Kinlochbervie IV27 4RP
Food scene
The Quay House
The Quay House
Beautiful food and reasonably priced
B801, Inshegra, Lairg IV27 4RJ
more details here https://www.oldschoolhotel.co.uk/
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The Old School Restaurant & Rooms
B801Beautiful food and reasonably priced
B801, Inshegra, Lairg IV27 4RJ
more details here https://www.oldschoolhotel.co.uk/
Tarbet
http://www.shorehousetarbet.co.uk/
Lovely food, prices from £10 to £32 for main meals
Lovely food for a special night out.
A894, Kylesku, Lairg IV27 4HW
More info here https://www.newtonlodge.co.uk/restaurant-highland-bar-no-4-drinks-food-views/
Newton Lodge
A894Lovely food for a special night out.
A894, Kylesku, Lairg IV27 4HW
More info here https://www.newtonlodge.co.uk/restaurant-highland-bar-no-4-drinks-food-views/
Delicious food and seafood of the day is served but you need to book. It’s about 30 minutes drive away.
Kylesku Hotel Kylesku Sutherland, Lairg IV27 4HW
More details here https://www.kyleskuhotel.co.uk/
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Kylesku Hotel
Delicious food and seafood of the day is served but you need to book. It’s about 30 minutes drive away.
Kylesku Hotel Kylesku Sutherland, Lairg IV27 4HW
More details here https://www.kyleskuhotel.co.uk/
Scourie Hotel
Great food, just check opening times
Bervie Stores
Great local shop only 2 miles away
Great corner shop but remember they only take cash or cheques - no card facilities.
R. Mackay Grocer and Merchant - London Stores
120 B801Great corner shop but remember they only take cash or cheques - no card facilities.
Bar
Pubs or Hotel Bars
We don’t have pubs in the area but hotel bars do the job and you can sit outside as well to enjoy the views. It’s about a 2 mile walk to get there.
Kinlochbervie Hotel
We don’t have pubs in the area but hotel bars do the job and you can sit outside as well to enjoy the views. It’s about a 2 mile walk to get there.
Adventure
For the thrill seekers amongst you, a hire wire zip line. Check opening times as they don't operate on windy days.
The most Northerly zipline in the UK. Thrilling zipline flights with speeds up to 45MPH with amazing ocean views from up to 100ft above one of the most beautiful beaches in Scotland. Due to being weather dependent we are unable to operate with pre-bookings.
No booking is required-simply turn up, approach the launch at the top of the cliff and have a go whenever we are open! 10:15am to 5pm
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Golden Eagle Zip Line in Durness
For the thrill seekers amongst you, a hire wire zip line. Check opening times as they don't operate on windy days.
The most Northerly zipline in the UK. Thrilling zipline flights with speeds up to 45MPH with amazing ocean views from up to 100ft above one of the most beautiful beaches in Scotland. Due to being weather dependent we are unable to operate with pre-bookings.
No booking is required-simply turn up, approach the launch at the top of the cliff and have a go whenever we are open! 10:15am to 5pm
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The Chandlery at the Harbour
If you’ve forgotten any clothing then the Chandlery at the Harbour sells quite a few things including fishing gear, sweatshirts etc. It’s just opposite where all the large fishing lorries park.
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Recycling
There are bottle banks at the Harbour - glass isn’t collected locally so you’ll need to take it the bottle banks. The blue bins do take all your plastic and cardboard so please recycle where you can.
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Passing Places
On the single track roads you’ll see Passing Places - always pull in to one if you have a car close behind you, it may well be locals trying to get about and it can add an hour to a journey for them. They will be very grateful for you doing that.
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Electric Charging points
We don’t have a charging point in the area but here is the link to the nearest ones https://chargeplacescotland.org/live-map/