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Our child-friendly wedding venue in Inverness If your wedding guest list includes young children, we’ve got you covered at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. Our large, flexible, child-friendly wedding venue welcomes guests of all ages. We offer a three-course children’s menu for the wedding breakfast, for all under 12s, and you can select 2 options […]

5 great wedding centrepiece ideas Here at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness, we’ve been hosting wonderful weddings for decades. We’ve seen our versatile venue decorated in many different ways, and we are always here with ideas and inspiration for our couples. Today, we’re sharing some of our favourite ideas for centrepieces, which can add a […]

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 […]

Kingsmills Long Service Awards 2023 The Kingsmills Hotel Team proudly gathered on Sunday to celebrate the dedication of its longest-serving team members. More than 50 individuals, with over 5 years of service each, came together on Sunday. The celebratory lunch marked a collective achievement of over 570 years of service! The glitzy event was hosted […]

Book a golf break in Scotland for 2024 Now is the time to get ahead of the game. Get organised and book your golf break in Scotland for next year. Based at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness, the Scottish Highlands and its array of incredible world-class golf courses will be right on your doorstep! Golf […]

The history of The Kingsmills Hotel With a rich and diverse history dating back to the 18th century, the Kingsmills Hotel has been a beacon of luxury and accommodation in the city of Inverness for centuries. Home to enigmatic philanthropists, battle-weary soldiers and legendary Scottish icons, the journey from the ol’ King’s Mill to the […]

Stars In Their Eyes event hosted at The Kingsmills An iconic TV talent show took centre stage on Saturday 25th March at a brand new charity event in the Highland capital. The ‘Stars In Their Eyes‘ competition saw eight contestants showcase their talents as they impersonated musical superstars in a fun-filled evening of glitz and glamour.  PICTURES: […]

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 […]

Spotting the Northern Lights in Inverness At the Kingsmills Hotel, we believe that experiencing the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights is something very much deserving of a spot on your bucket list… even if you’re visiting Inverness! Believe it or not, the Highlands is on the same latitude as some southern parts of Norway […]

River and loch fishing holidays, Inverness Fishing season will soon be in full swing here in Scotland. Salmon fishing began in January and trout fishing will start in March. However, the best time for fishing is from around July to September. Fishing is a wonderfully relaxing activity, popular in the Scottish Highlands, and there are […]

Enjoy a little Highland fling this February! The Scottish Highlands is the most beautiful and romantic place for a special Valentine’s getaway. If you’re looking for a gift to impress this year, treat the one you love to a romantic break at The Kingsmills, our luxury hotel in Inverness. A romantic offer to smile about […]

Our eco-friendly holiday tips As an environmentally conscious traveller, there are lots of things you can do to make sure you have an eco-friendly holiday. Here are a few tips to help you lower your carbon footprint while on holiday… Avoid Flying Air travel is bad for the environment and accounts for the largest chunk […]

EV charging at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness We are pleased to say that we now have four EV charging points at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. Making it easy for you to charge your electric vehicle during a stay with us. Simply plug in overnight and you’ll be ready to roll again the next day! […]

The history of Inverness Inverness is the only city in the Scottish Highlands. It’s a great base for exploring this magnificent region. Close to the rugged landscapes the Highlands is most famous for, yet with all the amenities and attractions of a bustling town. In this post, we’re taking a look at the long history […]

February half-term holidays in Inverness Happy New Year! If you were lucky enough to have a break over Christmas, we hope you had a wonderful time. Now, the holidays are over and it’s back to work and school for us all. But that doesn’t stop us from dreaming about the next holiday. For many families, […]