Strathpeffer
Strathpeffer is a town and also spa community in Ross and Cromarty, Highland, Scotland, with a population of 1,469. It lies in a glen 5 miles (8 km) west of Dingwall, with the altitude ranging from 60 to 120 m (200 to 400 feet) over water level. Sheltered on the west and also north, it has a comparatively completely dry and warm climate. Strathpeffer's distinctive Victorian style has actually included in its appeal. Strathpeffer contains a number of big hotels as well as lots of bed and breakfast, vacation homes and B&B establishments. There is a scenic golf links, which boasts the lengthiest decline from tee to green of any type of training course in Scotland. Strathpeffer is the residence of among the globe's most severe mtb races, the Strathpuffer, a 24-hour event kept in January annually. Organised by Square Wheels bike store, it makes use of the regional route network and also consistently attracts over 400 competitors. The Strathpeffer and District Pipe Band and neighborhood Highland dancers do in the square every Saturday from end May to September, as well as this is a prominent event for both site visitors and residents. Nearby is Castle Leod, seat of the Earl of Cromartie, Chief of the Clan Mackenzie, which is currently open up to the public numerous times a year. The annual Strathpeffer Highland Gathering, one of the longest-established Highland Games in Scotland, takes place in the grounds of Castle Leod every August.