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The Great Britain Guide

Gorges · Scottish Highlands

Strath Bran

Strath Bran — a gorge in scotland highlands.

Rough forest track in Strath Bran - geograph.org.uk - 3512769

John Ferguson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Achanalt · 1.6 km

About

A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.

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Place summary

Strath Bran is a gorge located in the Scottish Highlands. This natural feature is known for its dramatic landscapes and rich biodiversity. Visitors can expect scenic views and opportunities for outdoor activities in a rugged, untouched environment. The area is characterised by steep cliffs and lush vegetation, making it a notable spot for nature enthusiasts.

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

Coordinates
57.6000, -4.9333
District
Highland
Postcode
IV23 2QD
Parliamentary constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Nearest railway station
Achanalt1.6 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Rough forest track in Strath Bran - geograph.org.uk - 3512769📷 5

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Carn Chaiseachain

Carn Chaiseachain — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.

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Ruined farm building at Achanalt - geograph.org.uk - 1380922📷 3

Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands

Grave of Captain Betram Dickson, first military aviator

Grave of Captain Betram Dickson, first military aviator — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Grave of Capt Bertram Dickson - geograph.org.uk - 2026974📷 3

Follies · Scottish Highlands

Bignold Mausoleum

Bignold Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.

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Ruined farm building at Achanalt - geograph.org.uk - 1380922📷 4

Heritage railway stations · Scottish Highlands

Achanalt

Achanalt in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

Free
Achanalt Railway Station - geograph.org.uk - 1380867📷 4

Heritage railway stations · Scottish Highlands

Achanalt railway station

Achanalt railway station in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

Free
Loch Achadh nan Allt📷 2

Reservoirs & lochs · Scottish Highlands

Loch Achadh nan Allt

Loch Achadh nan Allt in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Strath Bran

Places to stay

Entrance to Ledgowan Lodge Hotel - geograph.org.uk - 3647623📷 5

Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Ledgowan Lodge Campsite

Ledgowan Lodge Campsite — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

ledgowanlodge.co.uk
The entrance to Five Acre Wood, Contin - geograph.org.uk - 5411608📷 5

Campsites · Scottish Highlands

Riverside Campsite

Riverside Campsite — a campsite in scotland highlands.

Checking is the easy bit, worry if you find some - geograph.org.uk - 5986033📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Forest Way Bunkhouse

Forest Way Bunkhouse — a hostel in scotland highlands.

Freeforestway.co.uk
Butler's Cottage - geograph.org.uk - 7805959📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Fairburn Activity Centre

Fairburn Activity Centre — a hostel in scotland highlands.

Gairloch , Kinlochewe - geograph.org.uk - 2247319📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Kinlochewe Bunkhouse

Kinlochewe Bunkhouse — a hostel in scotland highlands.

Kinlochewe caravan site - geograph.org.uk - 3084948📷 5

Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Kinlochewe Caravan Club Site

Kinlochewe Caravan Club Site — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Freecaravanclub.co.uk

Places to eat & drink

Snowy morning in Strathpeffer - geograph.org.uk - 6031283📷 5

Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands

Holly Lodge Hotel, Strathpeffer

Holly Lodge Hotel, Strathpeffer in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

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View North across plantation on Leathad na Luib Riabhaich above Strath Vaich near Garve - geograph.org.uk - 4687104📷 5

Gorges · Scottish Highlands

Strath Vaich

Strath Vaich — a gorge in scotland highlands.

The Feeding Waters of Loch na Glas-choille - geograph.org.uk - 7794404📷 5

Gorges · Scottish Highlands

Strath Vagastie

Strath Vagastie — a gorge in scotland highlands.

Start of pathway to Drumnadrochit via Glenurquhart Forest - geograph.org.uk - 1877727📷 5

Gorges · Scottish Highlands

Glen Urquhart

Glen Urquhart — a gorge in scotland highlands.

Minor road near Allt-nan-Sugh - geograph.org.uk - 6561175📷 5

Gorges · Scottish Highlands

Gleann Udalain

Gleann Udalain — a gorge in scotland highlands.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Strath Bran?
Strath Bran is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV23 2QD).
What is Strath Bran?
Strath Bran — a gorge in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Strath Bran?
The nearest railway station is Achanalt, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV23 2QD.
How do I get to Strath Bran?
The nearest railway station is Achanalt, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV23 2QD.