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Strathpeffer Village<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

In the Victorian era, Strathpeffer was popular as a spa resort, owing to the discovery of sulphurous springs in the 18th century. The pump-room in the middle of the village dates from 1819. The Strathpeffer Pavilion dates from 1880, and was built to provide a venue for entertainment of the visitors. It fell into disuse and disrepair towards the end of last century, but has now been restored as a stunning new venue for the arts, weddings, other functions, and events of all kinds.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

The old railway station now contains a variety of shops and craft outlets as well as the Highland Museum of Childhood. The nearest working stations are now at Dingwall and Garve.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Because of its location in the heart of the Highlands, and because it contains several large hotels and many guest houses, holiday cottages and B&B establishments, Strathpeffer has remained a popular visitor attraction and a good base for touring the Highlands. There are many walks in the surrounding area and a very scenic golf course, which boasts the longest drop from tee to green of any course in Britain.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

The Strathpeffer and District Pipe Band and local Highland dancers perform in the village square every Saturday from the end of May to September \u2013 this is a popular gathering for both visitors and residents.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Nearby is Castle Leod, seat of the Earl of Cromartie, Chief of the Clan Mackenzie, which is now open to the public several times a year. The annual Strathpeffer Highland Gathering, one of the longest-established Highland Games in Scotland, takes place in the grounds of Castle Leod every August.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

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