What to do and see in Caithness and Sutherland, Scotland: The Best Traveler Resources

Opening times for 2021 are to be confirmed. We are open daily from 1st May to 30th September however we will be closed from late July to the beginning of August. These dates are subject to change so please keep up to date on our website for the most recent information.

Nucleus: The Nuclear and Caithness Archive is home to the archives of the UK civil nuclear industry and the historical archives of the county of Caithness and its people. Visit us and be inspired by the records. Whether you've never been in an archive before, or whether you're a regular reader, you'll be made welcome at Nucleus. We are currently Closed to the Public. We still welcome all remote enquiries and will endeavor to do all that we can to assist you. Please see our website and social media for any updates.

The Rock Stop is currently open 10am to 4:30pm every day. The Rock Stop is the central visitor hub for the North West Highlands Geopark. The cafe serves hot and cold drinks, hot lunches, cakes and snacks. The giftshop stocks quality arts and crafts from the local area. The Geopark Exhibition is free to enjoy and focuses on the geology and landscape of the North West Highlands. Local Geopark staff are on hand and happy to chat about the area, what to do and where to go. We offer free wifi and a warm welcome to all travellers, including motorcyclists, cyclists, walkers. Dogs prohibited inside (guide dogs excepted).

The Flow Country is a large, rolling area of peatland in Caithness and Sutherland in the north of Scotland. It is the largest expanse of blanket bog in Europe and is home to a rich variety of wildlife. Together with associated areas of moorland and open water, large areas of the peatlands are designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest. They are recognised as being of national importance for conservation both as a habitat in their own right and because of the diverse range of rare and unusual breeding birds they support. At Forsinard you will find our Visitor Centre (April-October) along with two trails and our new boardwalk and Flows Viewing Tower. - Here you will be able to discover more about the peatlands and why they are so special, as well as the opportunity to see some wildlife and take in views of the vast landscape. Our guided walk is on a Friday 2pm-4.45pm but the trails are open to explore at all times!