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Just three miles south of Brora is the Carn Liath Broch, with good parking and easy access close by. Much of the original ground level structure is still in good repair and there is even a small guard chamber built into the stone wall by the entrance. Archaeologists have found holes in the floor for wooden posts which suggests there was an internal structure and probably even a roof.

For more information on this and other brochs in the area, please visit ScottishBrochs.com and the ScottishBrochs.com forums

Dunrobin Castle

Dunrobin Castle is only a short drive south from Brora on the A9. There is parking for 200 cars and 10 coaches. The Castle has a giftshop and a restaurant that offers light meals, snacks and refreshments. The Castle is open to visitors from 1st April to 15th October and as well as the Castle itself, there are the magnificent gardens and a museum to be enjoyed. There is usually at least one falconry display per day that is an event that is not to be missed!

For more information, visit the official Dunrobin Castle website and the Brora social forums

Falls of Shin

The Falls of Shin, with its first class Visitor Centre, is a truly wonderful experience for all the family. It's open all year round and has excellent parking and facilities, including childrens adventure playground and a cafeteria. The stars  of the show, of course, are the salmon which leap the dramatic waterfalls.

For more information, visit the official Falls of Shin website

The Mound

The construction of the causeway at the Mound around 1816 effectively split Loch Fleet in two. At the time, a sluice system was built to prevent salt water from flowing into the fresh water lagoon that was formed. This fresh water habitat is now a thriving nature reserve, home to many plants, birds, and animals, including osprey.

For more information, visit the Brora social forums