One of the delights of travelling with NorthLink Ferries from Scrabster to Stromness is the journey from Inverness. During the journey northwards you will travel a distance of 110 miles, passing through Ross and Cromarty, Sutherland and finally Caithness.
Caithness is a lovely place – a land of open moorland and blanket bog (the largest in Europe; known as the Flow Country) with very few trees, some farmland and scattered settlements. It is surrounded by a dramatic coastline, much of which you’ll see on the road. Take your time to discover the stunning beaches, rivers filled with fish, and fascinating historic places in Caithness.
Castles and captivating history
Fishing, surfing, golfing
Unique wildlife and landscapes
Many stories could be told about the wild and beautiful landscape of Caithness. On your visit you’ll see Iron Age brochs and roofless crofts, left over from the Highland Clearances. Some castle ruins teeter precariously on cliffsides, whilst other castles are very grand indeed. The Castle of Mey, the Queen Mother’s home in Caithness is a recommended visit. The cliffs of Caithness are teaming with seabirds, and if you’re lucky, you may spot deer roaming the hills.
Explore Caithness on foot, by bike, rent a car or join a guided tour. For a place to rest, you’ll find a range of accommodation in Caithness, including friendly hotels, warm bed and breakfasts and lovely self-catering cottages. During your visit, try delicious freshly-caught seafood, tasty beef and lamb, mouth-watering bakes and hand-crafted spirits from Caithness distilleries.
Scrabster Ferry Terminal is located 1½ miles from Thurso, on the north coast of Scotland. Thurso is easy to reach, having good road (the A9) and rail (the Far North Line) connections to Inverness. Find out more about sailings to and from Scrabster.
Header image: The Cassie Myre in Caithness photo © Copyright Charles Tait
