Strathpeffer
Strathpeffer is a village as well as spa town in Ross as well as Cromarty, Highland, Scotland, with a population of 1,469. It hinges on a glen 5 miles (8 kilometres) west of Dingwall, with the altitude ranging from 60 to 120 m (200 to 400 feet) over sea level. Shielded on the west as well as north, it has a relatively dry and also warm climate. Strathpeffer's unique Victorian style has actually added to its allure. Strathpeffer contains numerous big hotels as well as lots of guest houses, holiday homes as well as B&B establishments. There is a beautiful golf course, which boasts the longest drop from tee to green of any type of course in Scotland. Strathpeffer is the home of one of the world's most severe mountain bicycle races, the Strathpuffer, a 24-hour event held in January annually. Organised by Square Wheels bike store, it uses the local route network as well as frequently attracts over 400 rivals. The Strathpeffer and District Pipe Band as well as regional Highland professional dancers perform in the square every Saturday from end May to September, as well as this is a prominent event for both visitors and also homeowners. Close-by is Castle Leod, seat of the Earl of Cromartie, Chief of the Clan Mackenzie, which is now available to the public numerous times a year. The yearly Strathpeffer Highland Event, among the longest-established Highland Games in Scotland, takes place in the premises of Castle Leod every August.
