Ben’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Town centre filled with rich history and some lovely shops, ideal walk for a spot of souvenir shopping and some photo taking!
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Thurso
Town centre filled with rich history and some lovely shops, ideal walk for a spot of souvenir shopping and some photo taking!
30 minutes from your location is the famous John O' Groats, enjoy taking a photo at the famous sign, locally made food at the coffee shop or simply just to walk along the coast line!
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John o' Groats
30 minutes from your location is the famous John O' Groats, enjoy taking a photo at the famous sign, locally made food at the coffee shop or simply just to walk along the coast line!
The ferry to Orkney you can catch from Thurso or Gills Bay which is towards John O' Groats. Cars have to be checked in 1 hour before departure and pedestrians 30 mins before.
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Orkney
The ferry to Orkney you can catch from Thurso or Gills Bay which is towards John O' Groats. Cars have to be checked in 1 hour before departure and pedestrians 30 mins before.
Dunnet Head
The most northern point of the UK, well worth the visit!
Food scene
One of my favourite places to eat and is a 15 min walk away, stunning scenery along the way though! Suitable for vegetarians too! Worth checking out!
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Capilla Tapas Restaurant
One of my favourite places to eat and is a 15 min walk away, stunning scenery along the way though! Suitable for vegetarians too! Worth checking out!
Fabulous food and atmosphere. Menu to suit most tasted, ideal for kids too! Cocktails are a particular favourite if its your kind of thing!
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Y Not Bar & Grill
Meadow LaneFabulous food and atmosphere. Menu to suit most tasted, ideal for kids too! Cocktails are a particular favourite if its your kind of thing!
Supermarkets
Tesco Superstore
Millbank RoadLocal supermarket for your shopping needs!
Lidl
South RoadRight on your doorstep...nothing better! Sometimes too handy...
Basic selection of retail products, perfect location in the town centre!
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Co-op Food - Thurso
Meadow LaneBasic selection of retail products, perfect location in the town centre!
Local Distilleries
Wolf Burn
Famous local Whisky made in Thurso, tours run daily.
Award winning Gin, you have to taste it to believe it! Tours run daily.
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Rock Rose Gin
Award winning Gin, you have to taste it to believe it! Tours run daily.
Once voted the best Whisky in the world, why not try it yourself or pick up a bottle locally to try!
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Pulteney Distillery Co Ltd
Huddart StreetOnce voted the best Whisky in the world, why not try it yourself or pick up a bottle locally to try!