Strathpeffer is a town as well as spa community in Ross as well as Cromarty, Highland, Scotland, with a population of 1,469. It depends on a glen 5 miles (8 kilometres) west of Dingwall, with the altitude varying from 60 to 120 m (200 to 400 feet) over sea level. Sheltered on the west and also north, it has a somewhat completely dry and also warm environment. Strathpeffer's distinct Victorian design has added to its appeal. Strathpeffer has a number of large hotels as well as numerous bed and breakfast, vacation homes and also B&B facilities. There is a scenic golf links, which boasts the lengthiest decline from tee to green of any training course in Scotland. Strathpeffer is the house of among the globe's most severe mountain bike races, the Strathpuffer, a 24-hour occasion held in January annually. Arranged by Square Wheels bike shop, it uses the local path network and also consistently draws in over 400 competitors. The Strathpeffer and District Pipe Band and regional Highland professional dancers execute in the square every Saturday from end May to September, and this is a preferred event for both visitors and also homeowners. 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 Celebration, among the longest-established Highland Games in Scotland, takes place in the premises of Castle Leod every August.