Seasonal Blogs
Driving and cycling in the Highlands this winter
Scottish Highlands: winter driving and cycling The Scottish Highlands is very accessible and easy to travel around in the winter. However, it’s important to stay safe when moving around our roads. So whether you’re travelling by bike, car or any other vehicle, here’s our guide to winter driving and cycling in the Scottish Highlands… Winter […]
Find out moreChristmas Gift Ideas Inverness 2023
Give the gift of a Kingsmills voucher Looking for some Christmas gift ideas for this year’s stocking fillers? Our luxury hotel gift cards are the ultimate gift… perfect for popping in your Christmas stockings! We have a fabulous selection of Scottish gift experience vouchers, covering everything from deluxe dining and sumptuous spa days to heavenly […]
Find out moreWinter strolls in the Highlands
Winter walks are good for you! Keeping active over the winter is important. As the weather turns colder, many of us want to hide under the covers. But, if you can get out and enjoy the fresh air, you’ll feel so much better. So, here are a few winter walks you can do during a […]
Find out moreGetting married over the festive season
Magical Christmas and New Year Weddings Are you planning a wedding over the festive season? Weddings that take place over Christmas and New Year can be especially magical. Dark evenings and soft twinkling lights create a romantic atmosphere. Your guests are likely to have some time off work for the festive period and hopefully, they’ll […]
Find out moreA Kingsmills Hogmanay in Inverness
Welcoming the year 2024 in Inverness In Scotland, we do New Year’s Eve just a little differently. Firstly, it’s not called New Year’s Eve. It’s Hogmanay! The festival originated with the Vikings and their huge winter solstice celebrations. Today in Scotland, we party so much on the last night of the year that we need […]
Find out moreHit the slopes this winter
Snow sports in Scotland Did you know, here at The Kingsmills we are less than an hour’s drive away from the magnificent Cairngorm Mountains? That means you can easily access a range of exhilarating snow sports during your stay with us in Scotland this winter. The snow sports season usually starts in December and runs […]
Find out moreChristmas and Hogmanay at The Kingsmills
Celebrating the festive season 2023/24 At the Kingsmills Hotel we really know how to throw a party! We just love the festive season, and as such, we pull out all the stops to make sure our guests enjoy the most amazing celebrations. Christmas and Hogmanay in Inverness are a big deal at the Kingsmills Hotel. […]
Find out moreThings to do in Inverness this winter
Winter in Inverness and the Scottish Highlands 2023/24 What better time to visit Inverness than during its beautiful wintry glory? You’ll find snow-capped landscapes, glistening Loch Ness waters and soaring pine trees that make up the perfect winter scene. At the Kingsmills Hotel, our Winter Warmer breaks provide the perfect excuse for you to visit […]
Find out moreEmbracing the winter weather in the Highlands
A guide to Highland winter weather A Highland winter is a spectacular thing to experience. Our beautiful landscapes look even more magical with a dusting of snow. There is plenty to see and do outdoors and places to stay warm and cosy too. So, we’ve put together this Highland weather guide, to help you plan […]
Find out moreGet warm and cosy at the Kingsmills
Cosy autumn and winter breaks in Inverness As we approach the autumn/winter season here in Scotland, the weather is cooling and the nights are drawing in. It’s time to look forward to cosy winter breaks at the Kingsmills Hotel! Book a Winter Warmer break at our luxury Inverness hotel (from November to March, subject to […]
Find out moreWhat’s on this autumn in and around Inverness?
Autumn festivals and events near Inverness As we enter the final month of summer here in Inverness, we’re looking forward to the autumn season. The Scottish Highlands is a spectacular place to be as autumnal colours sweep the dramatic landscapes. Plus, the many wonderful autumn festivals and events in Inverness are always a treat. Indeed, […]
Find out moreRoyal Ascot Ladies Day at Kingsmills
Kingsmills Hotel hosts charity race day At Kingsmills, we are committed to supporting local causes. And since 2022, we have partnered with Mikeysline to deliver a calendar of fundraising events. On Thursday 22nd June, we saw the return of the much-loved Royal Ascot Ladies Day. A sell out event centred around the Royal Ascot horse-racing […]
Find out moreSpectacular spring wedding ideas
Ideas and inspiration for a spring Scottish wedding We love spring at the Kingsmills Hotel. As this glorious season comes to an end, we’re already thinking about next year’s spectacular spring weddings! So if you’re busy planning a wedding for next spring, here are some ideas to help and inspire you. As nature bursts into […]
Find out moreFather’s Day 2023 at the Kingsmills
Father’s Day treats in Inverness Father’s Day falls on Sunday 18th June this year. Celebrate all that’s great about dads and father figures by joining us at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. Treat them to Sunday lunch in the Conservatory, a day pass to enjoy the leisure club, a swim lunch or a spa experience. […]
Find out moreWinter travel in the Scottish Highlands
Getting around in the winter Winter is a spectacular time to visit the Scottish Highlands. With winter walks and activities, glorious scenery, sparkling festivals and cosy places to eat, drink and be merry, there are so many reasons to enjoy a holiday in Scotland during the colder months. If you’re worried about the winter weather […]
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