Marcus Ross

Dornoch, Sutherland, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Dornoch is a charming & historic small town in Sutherland with a lovely welcoming atmosphere that feels close-knit & has a sense of togetherness. The Dornoch Cathedral takes centre stage right in the heart of the town and sets the whole place off beautifully. It dates back to 1224 and was built by Gilbert de Moravia, who later became “Saint Gilbert.” It’s also the most northerly cathedral on the mainland and has stood here for nearly 800 years, surviving raids and restorations along the way while still serving as the parish church today. A short stroll from the centre brings you to a lovely sandy beach with golden sand and views across the firth. The streets have that classic character with independent shops, cafés and open green spaces, making it easy to spend a relaxed afternoon wandering around. A perfect pretty small town with rich heritage and real hidden-gem appeal.