What's On in Inverness

A romantic break in Inverness Inverness has a reputation as a romantic corner of Scotland. Historic, with plenty to see and do, it’s loved by all who end up visiting. This has been helped in recent years with the Outlander book and TV series, with so much of this epic love story cet in the […]

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 […]

The Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness is an ideal location for business retreats, meetings and conferences. Work never stops, which is why we offer our services to businesses all throughout the year, including over winter. This is a good time of year to bring the team together and take stock of the last 12 months, before […]

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 […]