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Visit Attadale Gardens car-free
Combine a visit to Attadale Gardens (open from April to October) with a train ride along the spectacular Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh Line. Attadale station is just 200m from the garden pedestrian entrance (see map). Our journey planner will show you train times and walking routes.
Free guidebook (worth £6) when you arrive car-free.
Cyclists welcome – plan your cycle route here.
Ride the scenic Inverness – Kyle of Lochalsh Line to Attadale Gardens.
ScotRail offers a range of travel passes for flexible rail travel around different parts of Scotland (also some buses and ferries), including the journey to Attadale.
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Getting to Attadale Gardens car-free
Here's our recommended route to Attadale Gardens. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
By train
Trains run direct from Inverness to Attadale in about two hours. There are a few trains a day (fewer on Sundays) allowing a visit of between two hours to a full day. Train connections are available Monday to Saturday from Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.
You can also reach Attadale by train from Kyle of Lochalsh in just about 40 minutes. There are coach connections at Kyle of Lochalsh from Portree, Broadford and Fort William, Monday to Saturday.
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Attadale Station is a request stop, so you’ll need to ask the train conductor to get off.
It’s then a 1-minute walk to the Attadale Gardens pedestrian entrance (also see map or what3words). Walk through the garden past the house to pay.
About Attadale Gardens
A highland garden with views of Skye. Attadale Gardens is open from April to October. Follow meandering paths through water gardens and woodland. Discover 20 acres of gardens, including a Japanese garden, kitchen garden, water garden and sculpture trail. Soak up spectacular view of the Cuillin Hills on the Isle of Skye from the viewpoint and keep your eyes open for red squirrels. Chat to the gardeners about your gardening questions. Don't miss the quirky DIY cafe, with delicious cakes, sandwiches and home-made ice cream.
For any queries about visiting contact Attadale Gardens on 01520 722603 or [email protected]
Address: Attadale Gardens, Strathcarron, Wester Ross IV54 8YX. Visit Website