Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Historylinks
(
www.historylinks.org.uk
;
The Meadows; adult/child £2.50/free; 10am-4pm daily Jun-
Sep, Mon-Fri Apr, May & Oct, Wed & Thu only Nov-Mar; )
Historylinks is a child-
friendly museum with displays on local history.
MUSEUM
Royal Dornoch
(
01862-810219;
www.royaldornoch.com
; Golf Rd; green fees £100-110)
One of Scot-
land's most famous links courses, this was once described by Tom Watson as 'the most
fun I have ever had on a golf course'. It's open to the public, and you can book a slot on-
line. Twilight rates are the most economical way to get a game. A golf pass
(
www.dornochfirthgolf.co.uk
)
is available that will let you play several courses in the area
at a good discount.
GOLF
Sleeping & Eating
HOTEL
Dornoch Castle Hotel££
(
01862-810216;
www.dornochcastlehotel.com
; Castle St; s/d £73/123, superior/deluxe
d £169/250; )
This 16th-century former bishop's palace makes a wonderful place to
stay, particularly if you upgrade to one of the superior rooms, which have views, space,
malt whisky and chocolates on the welcome tray and, in some cases, four-poster bed; the
deluxe rooms are unforgettable. Cheaper rooms (s/d £50/65) are also available in adjoin-
ing buildings.
Kyleview House££
(
01862-810999;
www.kyleviewhouse.co.uk
; Evelix Rd; s/d £55/80; )
A bend-
over- backwards host makes you feel truly welcome at this handsome stone house on the
entrance road into town. Views over the firth are complemented by superbly kept contem-
porary rooms with countless small touches that make for a memorable stay. Book ahead,
as some of our readers head for the Highlands just so they can stay here.
B&B
2 Quail££
(
01862-811811;
www.2quail.com
;
Castle St; s/d £80/100; )
Intimate and upmarket,
2 Quail offers a warm welcome on the main street. The tasteful, spacious chambers are
full of old-world comfort, with sturdy metal bed frames, plenty of books and plump
B&B
