About The Area
From the Struie Viewpoint,
on the Moray Firth Tourist Route (B9176) high above the Dornoch Firth,
you can see the magnificent scenery of East Sutherland stretching away
to the north.
The vista captures the point beyond Bonar Bridge, where the seawater of
the firth gives way to the fresh water of the fine salmon rivers that
flow from the glens
of East Sutherland.
Also known as the Kyle of Sutherland, these glens witnessed some of the
earliest of the Highland Clearances when, in 1807, many crofters were
evicted from the land to make way for sheep.
Today, ruined townships remain in empty glens across Sutherland as testament
to the sad events.
On a lighter note, the land between Ardgay and Lairg boasts some fine
scenery, great walks and excellent attractions.
Driving through Invershin, you can see Carbisdale Castle which you should
remember is just a youth hostel - albeit the most spectacular youth hostel
in the world! Beyond Invershin you can enjoy a visit to the Falls of Shin
Visitor Centre.
The waterfall is a famous beauty spot where you can see salmon leap.
There is also a restaurant, shop, adventure playground and nature trails.
Further upstream you arrive in Lairg. An important rural centre - home
of the UK’s largest one day sheep sale - Lairg is also at the heart of
a significant archaeological landscape.
The story of the area’s prehistoric peoples and their role in shaping
the Highland landscape is recounted in the Ferrycroft Countryside Centre
and Tourist Information Centre.
Nearby the Ord Archaeological Trail enables you to see some of the best
prehistoric sites close up.
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