Hidden in plain sight by the River Ness, the General’s Well in Inverness has long been linked to healing traditions and Highland history. Though often associated with General MacIntyre or General Wade, the true story behind its name remains a mystery. This blog explores the well’s origins, the role of Bught House, the tradition of holy wells, and the enduring power of clootie rituals.
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A visit to The Singleton Distillery in Muir of Ord, Glen Ord – a Highland gem with a rich past and a true community heart. Built on the site of ancient illicit stills, it’s one of the few distilleries in Scotland still doing its own mashing. The visitor centre is a delight – comfy, spacious, and a gathering place for locals during the quieter months. From fascinating whisky-making tours to cosy chats over lunch, it’s a must-visit for anyone exploring the Highlands. Slàinte! 🥃
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Hidden in a quiet fold of the Black Isle, the Clootie Well of Munlochy is no ordinary woodland spring. With trees draped in weathered cloth and curious offerings, this sacred place carries the echoes of an ancient world where healing, hope, and spiritual belief intertwined. Long before Christianity arrived, people made pilgrimages to such wells, seeking cures through rituals now barely remembered — but still practised, in curious modern forms, to this day.
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Mount Tapyas, How many steps? That’s the question every visitor asks before taking on the climb. The journey starts in Coron Town, on the street named after the mountain. That is the clue. Just off the main road near the municipal gym, the entrance is well-marked, and the concrete staircase leading up the hill is visible from a distance. This is where the challenge begins.