Sometimes, it rains in Argyll…. but never fear, there are any number of rainy day activities to entertain all ages from Mansefield House. Here are just a few suggestions.
A day in Inveraray is a winner for everyone. One of the finest and best preserved jail and courtrooms in the world is at Inveraray Jail, a 19th-century prison. Experience what life was like for the real men, women and children – some as young as seven – who were tried and locked up here. Guests at Mansefield House benefit from 20% off ticket prices. Just enter ‘Mansefield’ at check out. Dogs welcome. Inveraray Castle is the ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll, Chief of the Clan Campbell and the iconic, must-see visitor attraction on the West Coast of Scotland. There is even a small pool at the Loch Fyne Hotel, open to non-residents. Break up the day with lunch at The George Hotel. Excellent food, and dogs are welcome.
Glencoe is an atmospheric wonder in any weather. Perhaps Scotland’s most famous and most scenic glen, certainly there most historic. Over many years a number of well known and very successful films have been shot in the glen: filming for the third Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, took place on location in Glencoe in May and June 2003. Other films include Highlander, starring Sean Connery & Christopher Lambert, Monty Python and the Search for the Holy Grail and Rob Roy, starring Liam Neeson. Find out more. Set within traditional 18th century thatched cottages in Glencoe Village, Glencoe Folk Museum holds an eclectic array of objects celebrating local heritage and providing an insight into the history of the area and its people. To eat, the Clachaig Inn is an award winning bar and restaurant offering great hospitality in the heart of Glencoe.
Hidden deep within the mountain of Ben Cruachan on the shores of Loch Awe is Cruachan Power Station, one of the country’s most amazing engineering achievements. Discover one of the hidden wonders of the Highlands: a power station buried one kilometre below the ground. At its centre lies a massive cavern, high enough to house the Tower of London. Enormous turbines convert the power of water into electricity, available to you in your home at the flick of a switch. Not far away is Inverawe Smoke House and Fisheries. An exhibition tells you all about the history and ancient craft of smoking fish. An amazing collection of models show the old ways of catching or poaching salmon. Learn about the extraordinary life cycle of the salmon. On site, a shop and café offer spectacular local produce.
