John O' Groats
John O' Groats
3.5
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Michael H
Mauritius478 contributions
Aug 2019
Was nice to go so far north in Inverness. It was almost irreal to stand there and see all the unique view of scotland. In front of the sign post you can feel the vastness of the world and the fact that you are standing right there in this tiny spot and having so much more to visit.
The view is quite nice - overlooking the harbor and you have small artisan shops and food corner nearby
The view is quite nice - overlooking the harbor and you have small artisan shops and food corner nearby
Written 4 July 2020
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Chiclana62 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
Dramatic views off the northern coast of Scotland. The village doesn't have much to see, but its very location makes it worth a visit.
Written 8 September 2018
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Lauren T
Leeds, UK53 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Last visited 15 years ago and a lot has changed! Mainly it's become packed with tatty tourist shops, overpriced cafes and weird sculptures. £3.50 for parking! Honestly wouldn't have stopped if we didn't need the toilet.
Would definitely not recommend, far nicer places to visit that aren't such a tourist trap!
Would definitely not recommend, far nicer places to visit that aren't such a tourist trap!
Written 22 May 2024
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Conan M
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Mar 2023 • Business
John O'Groats.....more like John O'Scroats. Totally underwhelming. Just a money making scheme that shows how stupid society has become.
Written 19 February 2024
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Katldoddxx
Manchester, UK70 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
We was visiting from Manchester. Great little area. Great for photography. I would deffo come here again. There so much to do around here and the highlands
Written 27 November 2019
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Kay Bea
Wallasey, UK9 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
It’s quite a thrill visiting the top of the land. We only paid a flying visit but John O’Groats has plenty of places to stay an excellent visitors centre, gift shop and campsite. And, of course, everyone wants a photo at the famous John O’Groats signpost!
Written 24 July 2019
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Maria M
United Kingdom136 contributions
Sept 2018 • Friends
This was one of the excursions organised by Shearings. There were lots of people having their photo against the signpost pointing to Landsend etc. There are cafe's and gift shops. There isn't a lot to do there, but it was nice to see.
Written 12 September 2018
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Tankarm
Sheffield, UK122 contributions
Jun 2017
We decided to take the long journey from Inverness to John O'Groats the road up to Wick has beautiful scenery and lovely beaches to stop off at and stretch your legs. However we planned to stop at Wick for lunch and was very disappointed it's run down and no where we could see nice for a family lunch in the end we decided to get some sandwiches and crisps from Tesco's and eat in the car!
The scenery after Wick also changes, John OGroates itself was a disappointment, we expected an attraction similar to Lands End but it was nothing like. The staff at the gift shop were not friendly either and looked bored.
Took a quick photo at the post and headed off to Dunnets head and Dunnets Bay which are lovely.
The scenery after Wick also changes, John OGroates itself was a disappointment, we expected an attraction similar to Lands End but it was nothing like. The staff at the gift shop were not friendly either and looked bored.
Took a quick photo at the post and headed off to Dunnets head and Dunnets Bay which are lovely.
Written 3 June 2017
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Peter B
Leicester, UK620 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
The ‘commercial home’ of the Mainland Bookend it is neither the most northerly nor the furthest point from Lands’ end but will continue to be the tourist mecca and certainly meets the End to Enders requirement. The good thing is that the parking here is free and plentiful (although may get stretched in high season). It is well served with refreshments and gift/craft/tat opportunities. Unlike Lands End there is no longer a professional photographer – I was hoping to get a mirror of the one I got there last year – so go with a friend or find someone who is also seeking a souvenir photo and will do an exchange. It really should have a professional on site in my view.
Written 20 May 2017
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