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Attractions in Drumgask & Things to Do in Drumgask
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Ruthven Barracks
(8 Miles)*
Ruthven Barracks is an infantry barracks erected in 1719 following the Jacobite rising of 1715, with two ranges of quarters and a stable block. |
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Highland Wildlife Park
(13 Miles)*
For a great day out for all the family, the Highland Wildlife Park is a unique safari-style park located in a spectacular setting near Kincraig, just 7 miles south of Aviemore, within the Cairngorms National Park. |
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Caledonian Canal Visitor Centre
(16 Miles)*
A small but unique venue showcasing the history of the Caledonian Canal from its beginnings to its present day refurbishment. |
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Strathspey Steam Railway
(20 Miles)*
The Strathspey Railway is Scotland's "Steam Railway in The Highlands." Join us for a nostalgic trip and savour the sights, and, yes even the smell of a bygone age. Travel 3rd class or 1st. |
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Urquhart Castle
(20 Miles)*
Urquhart Castle, a dramatic attraction which overlooks the water of Loch Ness, is surrounded by some of Scotland's most stunning Highland scenery |
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Blair Castle
(24 Miles)*
Nestling like a white jewel in the dramatic Highland Perthshire landscape, Blair Castle has a fascinating history spanning seven centuries and beautiful landscaped gardens and grounds. |
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Killiecrankie
(27 Miles)*
On the 27th July 1689, the Pass of Killiecrankie echoed with the sound of battle cries and gunfire when, nearby, a Jacobite army led by 'Bonnie Dundee' defeated the government forces under General Hugh Mackay. |
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Clan Cameron Museum
(27 Miles)*
The Clan Cameron Museum was opened by Sir Fitzroy Maclean of Dunconnell in 1989. It is in the grounds of Achnacarry, the centre of Clan Cameron Country and home of the Chief of the Clan and his family. |
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Scottish Hydro Electric Visitor Centre, Dam and Fish Pass
(30 Miles)*
Situated within picturesque Pitlochry Power Station, the Centre features interactive exhibits tracing the history of hydro generation in Scotland from its origins in the 1940s to its current £250m refurbishment programme. |
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West Affric
(30 Miles)*
The National Trust for Scotland bought this important area in 1993 to protect its wild land character, to restore its natural flora and secure one of the most popular east/west paths in the Highlands. |
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Culloden
(31 Miles)*
Culloden - the last pitched battle fought on British soil and the beginning of the end of the traditional Highland way of life. |
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Castle Menzies
(31 Miles)*
This spectacular sixteenth century castle, restored by the Menzies Clan Society welcomes visitors. Seat of the Chiefs of Clan Menzies for over 400 years. |
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Grantown Museum
(32 Miles)*
Grantown Museum tells the story of the people and the building of Grantown-on-Spey. |
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Braemar Castle
(33 Miles)*
The impressive fortress of Braemar Castle was built in 1628 by the Earl of Mar on the site of an even older habitation. |
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Glencoe & Dalness
(36 Miles)*
The breathtaking peaks and spectacular waterfalls of Glencoe bear silent witness to the origin, history and wildlife of this atmospheric glen. The steep-sided mountains are popular for climbing and walking. |
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Cawdor Castle
(36 Miles)*
Cawdor. A magical name, romantically linked by Shakespeare with Macbeth. A superb fairy-tale Castle, and just what every visitor is looking for, here is Scottish history that you can touch and see and sense for yourself. |
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Moirlanich Longhouse
(37 Miles)*
An outstanding example of a traditional cruck frame cottage and byre, dating from the mid 19th century. |
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Fort George
(38 Miles)*
Following the defeat of Bonnie Prince Charlie and his Jacobite army at Culloden, the Hanoverian King George II put up the ultimate defence against any further unrest - Fort George. |
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Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve
(38 Miles)*
Perthshire's highest mountain (3,984ft) with views from the Atlantic to the North Sea. |
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Glencoe and North Lorn Folk Museum
(38 Miles)*
The Museum is situated in a 19th Century thatched croft house in the main street of Glencoe Village. The museum contains a large variety of artefacts, the majority of which were collected locally. |
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Kintail & Morvich
(39 Miles)*
A magnificent stretch of West Highland scenery, the 17,422-acre estate includes the Falls of Glomach and the Five Sisters of Kintail (four of them over 3,000ft). |
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In the heart of Scotland lies the magnificent valley of the River Dee. Rising high in the Cairngorm Mountains and running east to its mouth at Aberdeen the river flows through some of Scotland's finest scenery. |
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Nairn Museum
(40 Miles)*
For over one hundred and thirty years, Nairn Museum has fascinated generations of visitors of all ages and interests. |
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Boath Doocot
(41 Miles)*
Boath Doocot is a 17th century pigeon house or dovecote on the outskirts of the village of Auldearn in the Highland Council area. |
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Brodie Castle
(43 Miles)*
Home to the Brodies for over 700 years, this lovely castle glows a rich warm pink in the sunshine. |
Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Drumgask and things to do in Drumgask (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.
So if you're wondering what to do in Drumgask, simply click on some of the links on this page to see detailed information on places to go.
As you can see, there's plenty of ideas for family days out in Drumgask and the surrounding area - so you need never be short of places to go and things to do in Drumgask again.
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