
Scourie is situated on the amazing North west coast of Scotland. Its amazing beach and head land gives you plenty to do with out hopping in the car.
From the drive up to the lodge you will notice the beautiful beach and headland off to your left. This beach is perfect for an early morning walk or for those more adventurous a quick dip to get the blood going! It has a community bird hide that during the summer is open to visitors and locals alike. It has a great display giving you information on the birds that call scourie home.
As you walk along the beach you will come to the scourie headland and the local cemetry, this walk is a great way to end the day and watch the sunset. In the local cemetry you can find the the Factor of Sutherlands grave, who once resided in Scouie Lodge for 50 years. You can find more about the Lodges history by going to our history page.
We cant over look the fact that Scourie sits in side the UNESCO Geopark where the oldest rocks in Europe can be found. A great trip out for the afternoon is to visit the Rock Stop situated in the ld Unapool school house just south of the Kylesku Bridge. It is a great place to get some insights into the amazing rock formations that form this place we call home. We also have a handy little companion called the pebble route, which gives you infomration on 5 stunning walks around our area. These can be purchased from reception.
Handa Island
Is internationally known as an important breeding ground for a variety of sea birds like the Great Skua, Guillemots and Razorbills. These birds flock to the Torridon sandstone cliffs and feed in the rich waters around the island. The best time to visit for these birds is April to July.
Of course, no trip to Handa would be complete without a sighting of the equally important Puffin colonies that nest between mid-May and June.
Getting to Handa is by ferry which runs for Tarbet around 25 minutes north from the lodge. This ferry is run by a local family who live just outside of Scourie.
North Coast Sea Tours
Located in the fishing village of Lochinver is North Coast Sea Tours. Aboard the Julie-Ann, their twin engine catamaran, they run a selection of trips from wildlife to sunset cruises, sea angling charters and more. Head over too www.northcoastseatours.co.uk to check out all they have to offer. Lochinver Marina is around a 45 minute drive from Scourie Lodge. Whilst your in lochinver why not pop into Lochinver Larder for there amazing award winning pies, we love the steak pie or the venison and cranberry! We are more than happy to reheat them for you on your return.
Fly Fishing
Fly fishing is a popular pastime for many locals and visitors. Being located in Scourie means you have many lochs to choose from when it comes to Fly fishing. The Scourie Angling Club has a great website where you can purchase your permits.
If you fancy a day out with a guide to find those had to reach places or are new to the sport why not get in touch with James Curley. James is based in Elphin, a small hamlet just before Knockang Crag. James has a vast experience of fly fishing and will always makes sure your day is as enjoyable as can be, however the fish may have other plans. For more information or to get in touch head over to www.jamescurley.org
Beaches
Whislt we love Scourie beach our area is scattered with some amazing beaches a short drive from the Lodge. Below are some of our favourites.
Oldshormore
Just north of the fishing village Kinlochbervie, lies Oldshormore. The beach is accessable by the car park where there are public toilets. A short walk up past the cemetry and you are met with an amazing view of white sands and rolling waves. This beach is surrounding by the rolling hills of native grasses and the occasional highland cow! With plenty of space for your four legged friends to run.
Sandwood bay
A bit further on from Oldshormore via car is the famous Sandwood Bay path. A roughly 4 mile long track takes you to one of the most unspoilt, if not the most unspoilt beaches in Britain. Its mile long beach and sea stack Am Buachaille, is known for its peace ans tranquility. When walking along the beach keep an eye out for the engine from a WW2 spitfire that crashed and it Rolls-Royce Merlin engine is now all that remains. Sandwood Bay has featured many times on TV and has a well earned spot in many guide books. You never know you might also see the Sandwood bay Mermaid sunning her self on a warm summers eve!