Strathpeffer
Strathpeffer is a village as well as spa town in Ross and Cromarty, Highland, Scotland, with a population of 1,469. It hinges on a glen 5 miles (8 km) west of Dingwall, with the altitude varying from 60 to 120 m (200 to 400 ft) above water level. Sheltered on the west and also north, it has a somewhat dry as well as cozy climate. Strathpeffer's distinct Victorian design has actually contributed to its allure. Strathpeffer includes a number of huge hotels and also numerous guest houses, vacation homes as well as B&B establishments. There is a picturesque golf links, which boasts the longest decline from tee to green of any program in Scotland. Strathpeffer is the home of among the globe's most severe mountain bike races, the Strathpuffer, a 24-hour occasion held in January annually. Organised by Square Wheels bike shop, it makes use of the local trail network and consistently draws in over 400 competitors. The Strathpeffer and District Pipe Band and local Highland professional dancers carry out in the square every Saturday from end May to September, and also this is a popular celebration for both site visitors and also residents. Neighboring is Castle Leod, seat of the Earl of Cromartie, Chief of the Clan Mackenzie, which is now open up to the public numerous times a year. The yearly Strathpeffer Highland Event, among the longest-established Highland Games in Scotland, takes place in the grounds of Castle Leod every August.
