What's On in Inverness

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! […]

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 […]

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 […]

Welcoming the year 2025 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 […]

Celebrating the festive season 2024/25 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. […]

5 wonderful winter wedding themes We love winter weddings here at the Kingmills Hotel. The warm glow of fairy lights, the soft flicker of candles, the stunning winter colour schemes and the frost-kissed landscapes… It’s all so romantic! So for those of you planning a wedding with us this winter, we’re taking a look at […]

Amongst the vibrant browns, yellows and oranges of the Scottish countryside in autumn, wildlife is preparing for winter. This is a time when many animals are busying themselves with food storage, mating and getting their homes in order for the colder months. It’s also a fantastic time to spot some of Scotland’s most iconic of […]

Winter in Inverness and the Scottish Highlands 2024/25 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 […]

Here at The Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness, we love hosting Scottish weddings with a touch of winter sparkle. When planning a winter wedding, it’s easy to learn towards the season’s signature shades like red and green, but there are a number of ways to showcase winter’s full colour range. Your wedding day should reflect your […]

Autumn festivals and events near Inverness As we enter the final weeks 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, […]

If you are looking for the perfect Autumn setting to say ‘I Do’, then The Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness has everything you need. Steeped in Scottish tradition, our welcoming wedding venue in the heart of the Highlands offers a beautiful backdrop for your special day. With a choice of seven luxury wedding venues, custom wedding […]

A seasonal guide to enjoying Scotland When planning a visit to Scotland, one of the key considerations is the weather. As you will quickly notice, Scottish weather can be described as…unpredictable. But that’s part of the fun! Experiencing a warm sun on your back during winter snow, or cooling rain on a beach in summer […]

Say “thank you” with a special gift As schools across Scotland prepare to close for the summer holidays, many families are thinking about teacher end-of-term gifts. If you’re the designated parent in charge of a class collection this year, or if you’re looking for an individual gift, we can help you find the perfect thing […]

A new golf day is taking place at Fortrose and Rosemarkie Golf Club this October in collaboration with the Kingsmills Hotel. We’re raising funds for this historic club to invest in rock armoury to safeguard against coastal erosion.  Following Storm Ciaran in October 2023, the links course which sits on a peninsula leading out to […]

Sneckie Soccer Fives Charity Football On Saturday 8th June 2024, Team Kingsmills gathered to take part in Sneckie Soccer Fives. This is a charity football fundraising tournament in aid of Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS). Renowned for their passion in giving back to the community, the hotel team were keen to beat last year’s fundraising […]