Strathpeffer
Strathpeffer is a town and also spa community in Ross as well as Cromarty, Highland, Scotland, with a population of 1,469. It depends on a glen 5 miles (8 km) west of Dingwall, with the elevation ranging from 60 to 120 m (200 to 400 ft) over sea level. Shielded on the west and north, it has a relatively completely dry and also cozy climate. Strathpeffer's distinctive Victorian style has actually contributed to its appeal. Strathpeffer has a number of huge hotels and also several bed and breakfast, vacation homes as well as B&B facilities. There is a scenic fairway, which boasts the longest decrease from tee to green of any course in Scotland. Strathpeffer is the home of one of the globe's most extreme mountain bike races, the Strathpuffer, a 24-hour event held in January each year. Arranged by Square Wheels bike store, it uses the regional path network and also regularly brings in over 400 competitors. The Strathpeffer and District Pipe Band as well as regional Highland professional dancers perform in the square every Saturday from end May to September, and this is a preferred celebration for both site visitors and homeowners. Close-by is Castle Leod, seat of the Earl of Cromartie, Chief of the Clan Mackenzie, which is now open up to the general public a number of times a year. The annual Strathpeffer Highland Event, one of the longest-established Highland Games in Scotland, takes place in the premises of Castle Leod every August.