Where is Clootie Well?

Clootie Well is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV8 8AD).

How do I get to Clootie Well?

The nearest railway station is Inverness, about 8.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV8 8AD.

Is Clootie Well free to visit?

Yes, Clootie Well is free to enter.

How do I get to Clootie Well?

Drivers can navigate to postcode IV8 8AD. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.

Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands

Clootie Well

In or near North Kessock.

Free admission

Clootie Well — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station: Inverness · 8.6 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Dog-friendly

Clootie Well is a other located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Clootie Well is a site located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its tradition of tying cloths, or "cloots," to a tree as a form of healing and prayer. The site is steeped in local folklore and serves as a point of interest for those exploring the cultural practices of the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 57.5527, -4.2735
District: Highland
Postcode: IV8 8AD
Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Nearest railway station: Inverness — 8.6 km

Sources

osm: node/2268168641 (ODbL)

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