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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands

Shielings

In or near Newtonmore.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible

Shielings — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Tinkler's encampment - geograph.org.uk - 1882953

jamesnicoll — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Newtonmore · 1.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Shielings 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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Official information

The Highland Folk Museum is an open-air museum that showcases life in the Scottish Highlands from the 1700s to the mid-1900s. Visitors can explore over 35 reconstructed historical buildings and learn about the traditions and daily life of Highland communities.

Place summary

Shielings are traditional structures found in the Scottish Highlands, historically used as seasonal dwellings by pastoral communities. They are typically simple, stone-built huts, often located near grazing lands. These structures reflect the region's agricultural heritage and the nomadic lifestyle of Highland farmers.

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

Coordinates
57.0674, -4.1082
District
Highland
Postcode
PH20 1DS
Parliamentary constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
Phone
01349 781650
Nearest railway station
Newtonmore1.1 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Shielings

Places to stay

A86 in Newtonmore - geograph.org.uk - 7231571📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Pine Cottage

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Newtonmore Post Office - geograph.org.uk - 3745241📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Strathspey Mountain Hostel

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House in Newtonmore with OS flush bracket - geograph.org.uk - 5510246📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Newtonmore Hostel

Newtonmore Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Campsites · Scottish Highlands

Kingussie camping & aire Croila Croft

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Campsites · Scottish Highlands

Invernahavon Caravan Site

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Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Laggan CL

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Shielings?
Shielings is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH20 1DS).
What is Shielings?
Shielings — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Shielings?
The nearest railway station is Newtonmore, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode PH20 1DS.
Is Shielings free to visit?
Yes, Shielings is free to enter.
How do I get to Shielings?
The nearest railway station is Newtonmore, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PH20 1DS.