Sport Blogs

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 […]

Sports events coming up in Inverness Who says the Highlands is just whisky and mountains? That couldn’t be further from the truth! The Scottish Highlands is full of rich tradition, culture, food and sport. Focussing on the latter, in Inverness we are lucky to play host to a wide variety of exciting sports events throughout […]

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 […]

An active winter holiday in the Highlands There’s nothing like an active winter holiday to get the blood pumping. Yes, the weather may be colder in winter, but as long as you have the right clothing and equipment, you’ll be fine getting out and about. It’s easy to get around the Highlands using your car […]

Scottish Golf Tourism Week 2024 We are delighted to announce the news that The Kingsmills Hotel will play host to Scottish Golf Tourism Week 2024. Hosted in the Scottish Highlands for the first time, the three-day event is organised by DC Thomson and Visit Scotland. Read; SCOTTISH GOLF TOURISM WEEK HEADS TO INVERNESS FOR 2024 […]

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 […]

Open water swimming tips and advice Wild swimming is becoming increasingly popular in Scotland. Taking a dip in Scotland’s open waters is a refreshing and invigorating activity, with both physical and mental health benefits. Where you can admire the spectacular scenery, breathe in the fresh air and enjoy some gentle exercise. And as the warmer […]

Visit Inverness for golf breaks in Scotland The Scottish Highlands aren’t just a great location for the Whisky Connoisseur or the avid Munro Bagger. The breath-taking Highlands is also home to a collection of the finest golf courses in the UK, and arguably the world. No matter your course of choice, be it links or […]

Finding the Perfect Golf Swing Golf has been around for hundreds of years. Scottish merchants brought the game back to Scotland in the 15th century. They adapted it, and the rest they say is history. The Scottish Highlands have become a hot-spot for golf in Scotland. And over the centuries, golf has become a popular […]