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    Fort William

    Fort William
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    Known as the Outdoor Capital of the UK, Fort William is at the heart of a wide range of exciting activity centres. Visitors enjoy easy access to exhilarating hillwalking, mountain climbing, snow sports and water sports — as well as the gentler pleasures of a refreshing day spent fishing, walking in the country or cycling. Capture the spirit of the Scottish Highlands by taking in its stunning landscapes, tasting the area’s authentic whiskies and ales, and exploring its fascinating museums.
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      Glenfinnan Highland Gathering
      This annual Highland gathering and games is set dramatically in the shadow of the Glenfinnan Jacobite Monument, at the head of Loch Shiel. Every year on the...
      19 August 2017
      Glenfinnan, Loch Shiel
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      Name: Fort William and Lochaber Location: In the west Highlands of Scotland. Travel time: From Glasgow, Fort William can be reached in 2 hours and 30 minutes by car, or...
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      Lochaber Agricultural Show & Family Fun Day
      Lochaber's annual agricultural show is held beneath the spectacular backdrop of Ben Nevis at Inverlochy Castle Farm, Happy Valley, by kind permission of Ewen...
      26 August 2017
      Torlundy, Fort William
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      It’s easy to be bowled over by the scale of Ben Nevis. It is, after all the tallest mountain in the UK! Other...
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      Wildlife wonders of Fort William and...
      The stunning natural environments of Fort William and Lochaber are home to a number of native species of Scottish wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for land-dwelling...
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      Blas Festival
      This vibrant festival celebrates Gaelic culture through a variety of performing arts performances, taking place across the Highlands. The Highlands’ premier...
      1 September 2017 - 9 September 2017
      Highlands, various locations
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      9 incredible bucket list experiences in...
      Tall peaks, Harry Potter trains, mountain gondolas, innovative distilleries and more – Fort William and Lochaber are...
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      Fort William and Lochaber’s hidden gems
      We’re not just talking about Fort William’s Treasures of the Earth Museum (although it’s definitely worth a visit!). Lochaber is full of fantastic places to visit and...
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      Ben Nevis Race
      This race to the top of the UK’s highest mountain and back is, unsurprisingly, for experienced hill runners only! The Ben Nevis Race has been run in its...
      2 September 2017
      Ben Nevis, Lochaber
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      Bucket list experiences in Fort William...
      Ever thought about conquering UK’s highest mountain? You’d have to come to Fort William to do that! Standing at 1,345 m (4,411 ft) above sea level is the mighty Ben...
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      Resipole Fiddle Fest
      Resipole Fiddle Fest is a long weekend of Celtic Fiddle Music at Resipole, in Ardnamurchan in Lochaber. Join the craic!
      14 September 2017 - 18 September 2017
      Resipole, Ardnamurchan Peninsula
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      Activities and adventure in Fort...
      Fort William and Lochaber offers endless possibilities when it comes to exciting activities. Adrenalin junkies have plenty of ways to get their kicks, whether it’s...
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      Feis Na Mara
      The return of "Feis Na Mara", Mallaig music festival, sees 3 days of predominantly Scottish music, from traditional to modern, performend in the beautiful West...
      29 September 2017 - 1 October 2017
      Mallaig, Lochaber
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      Fort William Mountain Festival – Mini Fest
      This awesome event from The Highland Mountain Culture Association Ltd fittingly takes place in the Outdoor Capital of the UK, Lochaber in the Heart of the...
      7 October 2017
      Fort William, Lochaber
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