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Getting to Inverness and beyond from Edinburgh A visit to the Scottish Highlands is on many people’s to-do list. The images we see on TV and movie screen sof towering mountains, rolling mist, rugged landscapes and enchanting lochs are all even more beautiful in real life. Getting here is easy, especially if you are coming […]

Things to do without a car in Inverness Inverness is a very accessible city, and easy to reach without a car. There are regular train and bus services from across the UK, and several flights connecting the city with the rest of the world. See our guide to Inverness transport links for more details. Once here, […]

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 […]

Red squirrels near Inverness, Scottish Highlands Red squirrels are native to the UK and used to be very common across the country. However, with the introduction of the North American grey squirrel in the 1800s, the reds’ numbers have plummeted. The grey squirrels out-compete them for food and habitat. They also spread a disease that […]

Festivals & events this winter 2024 As we enter September, the summer festivals in Inverness are over and our thoughts turn towards the winter months. Here, we’re rounding up the best festivals and celebrations to look forward to in winter 2024. So, let’s take a look… Bonfire Night 5 November 2024 Inverness will host its […]

Inverness festive season 2024/25 As the nights draw in and the air turns cool, our thoughts turn towards the sparkling festive season. We love Christmas time here at The Kingsmills. So today, we’re sharing some of the best things to do in Inverness at this most wonderful time of year. Eden Court Christmas Fairs 15th […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

Bag a Munro during your stay A Munro is a Scottish mountain rising over 3,000 feet/910 metres, named after Sir Hugh Munro who first collected them in a list in 1891. Stunning views, challenging climbs, and an unforgettable experience awaits hikers and climbers who take on any one of the 282 peaks. Book a room […]

Father’s Day treats in Inverness Father’s Day falls on Sunday 16th 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. […]

Scottish Highland Games events and traditions Highland Games events run over the summer months, in a variety of locations throughout Scotland. The Inverness games are usually hosted in Bught Park and you can find out more about this year’s event here. The annual event, founded over 200 years ago, is a celebration of Celtic tradition. […]

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 […]

Fun Inverness summer activities Summer is on the way, and with it, a veritable feast of fun activities in Inverness. From summer festivals and special events to outdoor sports and adventures. So if you are planning on spending a summer in Inverness, make the most of it with these summer-loving things to do. The summer […]

What’s hot this summer? Festivals & Events 2024 Here at the Kingsmills, we’re looking forward to summer and all the great festivals that are planned. From music and sports to art and more. Whatever you’re into, there’s an event for you coming up soon! So, let’s take a look at some of the top summer […]