Culture Archives - Kingsmills Hotel Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:49:19 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Why we love Outlander in Inverness https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/3-things-we-love-about-the-outlander-series/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/3-things-we-love-about-the-outlander-series/#respond Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:48:23 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// The Outlander effect in Inverness It’s hard not to fall in love with Diana Gabaldon’s gripping Outlander series. Especially since our beautiful city of Inverness plays a starring role in our heroine, Claire’s, epic journey. Before the books first hit the shelves way back when, the myths, mysteries and romance surrounding the Scottish Highlands have taken […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/3-things-we-love-about-the-outlander-series/feed/ 0 Films and TV shows filmed in Inverness https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/films-and-tv-set-inverness/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/films-and-tv-set-inverness/#respond Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:36:40 +0000 http://localhost/kingsmills/2019/05/11/on-location-starring-famous-places-near-inverness/ On location: Inverness and the Scottish Highlands With our dramatic landscapes, the Scottish Highlands has seen its fair share of film and TV productions. So today, we’re taking a look at some of the biggest and best movies and shows set in or inspired by the Highlands. Walk in the footsteps of your favourite stars […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/films-and-tv-set-inverness/feed/ 0 What You Can Expect From the Inverness Castle Experience https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/what-you-can-expect-from-the-inverness-castle-experience/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/what-you-can-expect-from-the-inverness-castle-experience/#respond Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:26:06 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// The much-anticipated Inverness Castle Experience has finally opened its doors, bringing a rare chance to step inside one of the Highlands’ most iconic landmarks. We’ve seen this site reimagined with style, creativity, and a deep respect for heritage to create a world-class visitor hub. Consequently, the Inverness Castle Scotland has been known for decades as a seat of justice […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/what-you-can-expect-from-the-inverness-castle-experience/feed/ 0 Inverness Highland Games 2025 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/inverness-highland-games/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/inverness-highland-games/#respond Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:28:32 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// The Inverness Highland Games experience For hundreds of years, the Highland Games has been a celebration of brute strength, local wares and age-old traditions. In other words, a celebration of all things Scottish. Over the years the games have evolved from tests of strength and stamina, to include demonstrations of dance and music to keep […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/inverness-highland-games/feed/ 0 Incorporate Scottish Culture Into Your Business Event – An Authentic Scottish Guide https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-culture-in-business-events/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-culture-in-business-events/#respond Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:45:49 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// Scottish culture and traditional events If you’re holding a conference, trade show or exhibition with us, here’s how you can add a touch of Scottish culture and tradition to the proceedings. Our Scottish event venue Choosing the Kingsmills Hotel for your venue is the perfect start. Located in Inverness, the magnificent Scottish Highlands is on […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-culture-in-business-events/feed/ 0 Visiting Scotland: Your FAQs Answered https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scotland-faqs/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scotland-faqs/#respond Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:39:29 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// Scotland and Scottish Highlands FAQs At the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness, been writing about Scotland for years now, and there’s a wealth of information on our blog about our country and its culture. So today, we’re bringing together some of our most popular posts, to answer the questions we often receive. Explore our FAQs about […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scotland-faqs/feed/ 0 Art Exhibition to Celebrate Silver Sunday https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/art-exhibition/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/art-exhibition/#respond Tue, 24 Sep 2024 16:30:58 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// In celebration of Silver Sunday, a national day recognising and supporting older adults, the Kingsmills Hotel will host a special art exhibition on Sunday, 6th October from 12 noon to 4pm. Featuring works from local artists — Carole Bolton, Marcus Butler, Christine Ewan, David Ewan, and John Nicolson — the exhibition will offer a diverse range of paintings, from landscapes to […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/art-exhibition/feed/ 0 Scottish food and drink https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-food-and-drink/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-food-and-drink/#respond Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:22:41 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// Tasty Scottish food and drink to try on your holiday here People around the world know Scottish cuisine for its warmth and comfort. From glorious seaside smells to rich textures, discovering the food of Scotland is an adventure in itself – and one we are happy to help with at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness! […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-food-and-drink/feed/ 0 Discovering your Scottish clan https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/discovering-your-scottish-clan/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/discovering-your-scottish-clan/#respond Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:14:36 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// A guide to Scottish clans and how to find yours If you have Scottish ancestry, chances are you could be a member of one of the great Highland clans. For those interested in discovering more about family history during a stay with us in Inverness, read on. This is our guide to Scottish clans and […]

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]]> https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/discovering-your-scottish-clan/feed/ 0 All about the Scottish bagpipes https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-bagpipes/ https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog/scottish-bagpipes/#respond Wed, 12 Jun 2024 13:25:34 +0000 https://www.kingsmillshotel.com/hotel/blog// 6 interesting facts about bagpipes in Scotland Think of Scotland and several things may spring to mind – whisky, tartan, haggis, lochs, and of course, bagpipes. Scotland has a rich culture, and our customs and icons are well-known across the globe. Bagpipes music is a big Scottish tradition and you’re likely to hear it during […]

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