Local Area > Castle's surrounding Inverness, Scotland

Closer to the Kingsmills Hotel lies the emotive Culloden Battlefield, with a brand new exhibition in 2008 is the site of the final Jacobite demise in 1746 – nearby, visit Clava Cairns burial site a mere 3,500-4,000 years old! Fort George, built together with Fort Augustus Abbey at the south end of Loch Ness and Fort William on the Western seaboard to deter further rebellion, is a fascinating visit.
Culloden Battlefield - www.nts.org.uk/Property/21/

Cawdor Castle is a “must” visit – begun in the 12th Century and today home to Lady Cawdor and her family, situated in award winning gardens and boasting a 9 hole golf course it is the Castle of Shakespears “MacBeth”. Within a few miles lies Brodie Castle a traditional Scottish fortified house with the country’s largest selection of daffodils in its grounds – quite apart from its interior grandeur and paintings.
Cawdor Castle - www.cawdorcastle.com

Fort George - Built following the Battle of Culloden, it is one of the outstanding artillery fortifications in Europe. A vast site and one of the most outstanding artillery fortifications in Europe. Built in 1747 it has never seen a shot fired in battle.
Fort George - www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

Brodie Castle - The castle itself was the home of the Brodie family until the late 20th century. In spring, the grounds are carpeted with a unique collection of daffodils. You're free to explore sheltered woodland walks, and stroll by the pond where you can observe the estate's varied wildlife from the specially constructed hides.
Brodie Castle - www.nts.org.uk/Property/69/ 

Approximately 30 minutes south lies Rothiemurchus and the Cairngorm National Park with an impressive choice of activities to enjoy.  Clay pigeon shooting – angling – archery – quad biking – canoeing – cycling – something for everyone including crazy golf!