Local Info

The area surrounding Loch Shiel has many wonderful hotels, restaurants, and attractions - there is much to explore outwith the festival’s busy programme! Here are some of our favourite places to stay, eat, drink, and explore.

accommodation

The Prince’s House Hotel

Situated conveniently on the A82 and just minutes’ walk from some of our key venues, the Prince’s House is an ideal place to stay during the festival.

daytime dining

The Glenfinnan Station Car

Delicious homemade lunches on offer at this quirky converted dining car- and you’re highly likely to bump into a festival artist or two having a bite to eat!

OUTDOOR activities

Arisaig Sea Kayak Centre

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced kayaker - a kayak trip in Arisaig is an incredible way to see wild Scotland.

evening meals

A beautiful 18th century pine-panelled mansion house, situated on the shores of Loch Shiel, with breathtaking views across the loch and over to the Glenfinnan monument, this is an ideal choice for an evening meal, or just a drink in the bar.

history

Castle Tioram

This beautiful ruined thirteenth-century castle sits on a tidal island in Loch Moidart, and is well worth a visit.

walking

Ariundle

This straightforward walk leads through the stunning Ariundle Oakwoods, a surviving fragment of the great forest which once swathed much of Europe's western coastline.

ART

Resipole Studios

Resipole Studios is an award-winning fine art gallery located on the edge of Loch Sunart. Specialising in contemporary Scottish art, the gallery has four unique exhibition spaces, each hosting a regularly changing program of exhibitions. It’s a must for art lovers visiting the highlands.

cruises

Loch Shiel Cruises

If you’re interested in getting onto Loch Shiel itself, why not climb aboard the MV Sileas with Loch Shiel Cruises - a fantastic way to see the wealth of bird life in the area.