Plans unveiled for a Loch Ness ‘whisky experience’ visitor centre
The history of illicit distilling in the Highlands is to be told in a planned new visitor centre on the shores of Loch Ness.
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Scotland’s selfie hotspots revealed as young people visitor numbers soar
Young travellers heading to Scotland to showcase its stunning surroundings with selfies are contributing to an £820million tourism boom.
Loch Ness hydro plant plans may bring hundreds of jobs and power hundreds of thousands of homes
Ambitious plans for an underground hydro plant at Loch Ness – opposite the iconic Urquhart Castle – are being lodged with Highland Council today.
Work underway on major Great Glen water investment
The first phase of a £21 million project which will provide a single, improved water supply for Scottish Water customers in Fort Augustus and Glenmoriston is underway.
Record-breaking Nessie searcher in movie plans
For more than 25 years, he has assiduously watched Loch Ness for a sighting of the monster - setting a world record for the longest Nessie vigil in the process.
Coastguard called into action twice this evening
A yacht stuck in a weir and an ill passenger both required the attention of the Coastguard this evening.
Woman has Nessie in her sights – by using Google
It goes to show that you don’t even have to get your feet wet to be a Nessie hunter these days.
North running festival’s iconic setting has global appeal
With participants ranging from three months to 86 years old, it really is an all-comers challenge.
Loch Ness spirit inspires pair to launch absinthe as couple create recipe for first Scottish variety of potent tipple
A Loch Ness doctor and a retired detective have launched Scotland’s first absinthe blanche.
Highland endurance races sees 2,000 competitors run, cycle and kayak from Nairn to Ballachulish
Rat Race Adventure Sport’s Coast to Coast endurance challenge took place over the weekend and saw 2,000 participants make their way from the Moray Firth in the east to Loch Leven in the west.
12-year-old holidaymaker captures elusive Loch Ness Monster on camera
A new sighting on Loch Ness has been taken by a 12-year-old girl on holiday with her parents.
Hitch for happy couples as north castle venue will no longer offer weddings
As wedding venues go, it is an internationally sought-after back drop.
Exploring one of Scotland’s most scenic routes
It’s one of the biggest and deepest bodies of water in the UK and home to a monster called Nessie, which is why thousands of tourists flock each year to visit Loch Ness near Inverness.
Hopes for major tourism boost as final link complete in Loch Ness 360 trail
A 360-degree trail around Loch Ness – for walkers, runners, cyclists and horse-riders – has been completed and tourism chiefs say it will create a major economic boost for the area.
Loch Ness lifeboat crews called to ongoing incident
Lifeboat crews were called in the north after a man was spotted lying on the shore of a beach.
Loch Ness tree felling operation to storm proof of A82 concludes
An 18-month operation to fell trees has finally concluded near Primrose Bay on Loch Ness leading to 5,300 tonnes of timber being harvested.
Public consulted on ‘Loch Ness’ rebranding of Inverness Airport
Inverness Airport bosses are consulting the public on whether the city’s airport should be renamed after the iconic Loch Ness.
Plans submitted for 94 ‘inexpensive’ new homes in Loch Ness-side village
Plans have been lodged for 94 new homes on a patch of farmland in a small Loch Ness-side village - possibly increasing the population by one fifth.
£2.4m catamaran introduced to Loch Ness by Jacobite’s fleet
Cruise company Loch Ness by Jacobite has introduced a £2.4 million catamaran, capable of carrying up to 200 sightseers, to its fleet.
Scientists nearing the truth behind Loch Ness monster’s existence
The world is one step closer to finding out what lurks in the murky waters of Loch Ness - and scientists have not completely ruled out she may be a giant catfish or eel.
Crucial work will help safeguard key part of the Caledonian Canal
Crucial work will take place over the next three months to safeguard Loch Dochfour reservoir near Inverness.
Pregnant woman and three others unharmed after car goes down Loch Ness embankment
A car has rolled down an embankment at Loch Ness this evening.
VIDEO: VisitScotland boss sees bright future for Highland tourism
VisitScotland’s chief executive yesterday claimed tourism in the Highlands was “in a very good place” and insisted “Scotland is open all year round”.
Classic cars tour Loch Ness for a good cause
Classic car owners have raised £4,000 for charity - by touring Loch Ness in their head-turning motors.
VIDEO: Search for Nessie as scientists conduct water DNA sampling
Scientists have flocked to Loch Ness to conduct DNA sampling that could tackle one of the world’s most famous mysteries.
Etape Loch Ness raised £1m for Macmillan since 2014
The Etape Loch Ness cycle sportive has passed the fundraising milestone of £1million for Macmillan Cancer Support.
VIDEO: Loch Ness monster caught on camera
A “remarkable, feature film length” video of the Loch Ness Monster has been shot by a Nessie watcher from Ireland.
Loch Ness £2.7 million lifeboat station officially opened
A new £2.7 million lifeboat station on the shores of Loch Ness was opened at the weekend in a double celebration – as the new vessel serving the famous loch was also officially named.
Spectacular views on offer at Balchraggan Croft
There can only ever be one reaction from people visiting stunning Balchraggan Croft – wow!
Plans for daily commuter flights between Inverness and London discussed
Plans for expanded daily commuter flights between Inverness and London have been discussed at Westminster.
International scientist prepare DNA test of Loch Ness in the most significant monster hunt ever
It is one of the most famous mysteries in the world.
Amputee wins £125,000 by answering question on Highlands castle where he lost leg
The painful memory of losing his leg near a Highlands castle has helped net an amputee £125,000 on a TV quiz show.