Brora, East

Settlement in Sutherland

Scotland

Brora, East

Kenny's Hardware shop, Brora. — Kenny's Credit: Richard Webb

Brora is a small village located in the east of Sutherland, Scotland. Situated on the coast of the North Sea, Brora is known for its picturesque beaches, rugged coastline, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The village is home to a population of around 1,200 residents and has a rich history dating back to the 16th century when it was established as a fishing village. Today, Brora is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors with its natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities.

In addition to its scenic surroundings, Brora is also known for its whisky distillery, which produces a renowned single malt Scotch whisky. The distillery offers tours and tastings for visitors interested in learning about the whisky-making process.

Brora is a tranquil and charming village, with a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and accommodation options for visitors. Whether exploring the coastline, sampling local whisky, or simply enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, Brora offers a unique and memorable experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.016429/-3.854541 or Grid Reference NC9004. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kenny's Hardware shop, Brora.

Kenny's

Hardware shop, Brora.

Brora on a miserable Easter Sunday 2012

Brora on a miserable Easter Sunday 2012

Brora Station One of many well-kept small stations on the single track line between Inverness and Thurso.

Brora Station

One of many well-kept small stations on the single track line between Inverness and Thurso.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Brora station, 1986 View southward, towards Dingwall and Inverness: ex-Highland Railway (Far North Line), inverness - Dingwall - Helmsdale - Thurso/Wick.

Brora station, 1986

View southward, towards Dingwall and Inverness: ex-Highland Railway (Far North Line), inverness - Dingwall - Helmsdale - Thurso/Wick.

Brora station exterior, 1986 View northward, towards Helmsdale and Thurso/Wick: ex-Highland Railway Far North line, Inverness - Wick/Thurso. [My BMW 520 featured].

Brora station exterior, 1986

View northward, towards Helmsdale and Thurso/Wick: ex-Highland Railway Far North line, Inverness - Wick/Thurso. [My BMW 520 featured].

Free Church of Scotland (Continuing), Brora Meeting in a former Temperance Hall. The history of this denomination is here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.freechurchcontinuing.org/about/history" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.freechurchcontinuing.org/about/history">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Free Church of Scotland (Continuing), Brora

Meeting in a former Temperance Hall. The history of this denomination is here: Link

Free Church of Scotland, Brora

Free Church of Scotland, Brora

Sutherland Inn, Brora Directly opposite Gower Street, in the centre of the south side of the village.

Sutherland Inn, Brora

Directly opposite Gower Street, in the centre of the south side of the village.

The Sutherland Inn in Brora In the centre of the small Highland town.

The Sutherland Inn in Brora

In the centre of the small Highland town.

The A9 heading through Brora in Sutherland With the clock tower of a very impressive War Memorial dominating the skyline.

The A9 heading through Brora in Sutherland

With the clock tower of a very impressive War Memorial dominating the skyline.

Houses at the side of the A9 As the road enters Brora from the north.

Houses at the side of the A9

As the road enters Brora from the north.

Clyne Parish Church The lovely little church is situated at the northern part of Brora in Sutherland.

Clyne Parish Church

The lovely little church is situated at the northern part of Brora in Sutherland.

The Brora War Memorial Clock Tower, Scotland

The Brora War Memorial Clock Tower, Scotland

Brora beach

Brora beach

Former Drill Hall in Brora More recently used as Brora Library.

Former Drill Hall in Brora

More recently used as Brora Library.

Brora Caravan Club Site, Dalchalm

Brora Caravan Club Site, Dalchalm

Jo and Steve Turner

Junction of Gower Street and South Brae, Brora

Junction of Gower Street and South Brae, Brora

Mike Pennington

The Fisherman's Gospel Hall, Brora

The Fisherman's Gospel Hall, Brora

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Brora, East is located at Grid Ref: NC9004 (Lat: 58.016429, Lng: -3.854541)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///hoping.ranks.prowling. Near Brora, Highland

Nearby Locations

East Brora Muir Brora, East East Brora Ladiesloch

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.016429,-3.854541

Brora

Name En: Brora

Name Gd: Brùra

Naptan AtcoCode: 9100BRORA

Network: National Rail

Network Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/bra/

Network Wikidata: Q26334

Operator: ScotRail

Operator Website: https://www.scotrail.co.uk/plan-your-journey/stations-and-facilities/bra

Operator Wikidata: Q18356161

Public Transport: station

Railway: station

Ref Crs: BRA

Ref Nlc: 861800

Ref Stanox: 01021

Ref Tiploc: BRORA

Source: NPE

Train: yes

Uic Ref: 7086180

Wikidata: Q3362239

Wikipedia: en:Brora railway station

Lat/Long: 58.0131432/-3.8523419

Railway: switch

Lat/Long: 58.0163778/-3.8530983

Bus Stop

Victoria Garage

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700600195

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: Victoria Garage

Naptan Indicator: opp

Naptan Landmark: Victoria Garage

Naptan NaptanCode: 45326327

Naptan Street: Victoria Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 58.0170319/-3.8546232

Bus Stop

Station Square

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700712471

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: Station Square

Naptan Indicator: At Railway Station

Naptan Landmark: Railway Station

Naptan NaptanCode: 45324247

Naptan Street: Station Square

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 58.0129133/-3.8530389

Bus Stop

Brora

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 6700712471A

Naptan Bearing: SW

Naptan CommonName: Brora

Naptan Indicator: Bus Stop heading to Inverness

Naptan NaptanCode: 45326293

Naptan Street: North Brae

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 58.0128063/-3.8529826

Bus Stop

Victoria Road

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 670090010

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: Victoria Road

Naptan Indicator: at Academy Street

Naptan Landmark: Academy Street

Naptan NaptanCode: 45324246

Naptan Street: Victoria Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 58.0165349/-3.8548175

Bicycle Parking

Bicycle Parking: stands

Capacity: 6

Covered: no

Lat/Long: 58.012755/-3.8525113

Brora

Naptan AtcoCode: 9100BRORA

Network: National Rail

Public Transport: stop_position

Railway: stop

Source: NPE

Train: yes

Lat/Long: 58.0132809/-3.8523746

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 58.0155507/-3.8577116

Brora Civil Engineer's Sidings

Operator: Network Rail

Railway: yard

Ref Nlc: 861863

Ref Stanox: 01022

Ref Tiploc: BRORACE

Lat/Long: 58.0146538/-3.8528028

Railway: buffer_stop

Lat/Long: 58.0150545/-3.8528833

Railway: switch

Railway Local Operated: yes

Lat/Long: 58.0145402/-3.8527545

Railway: switch

Railway Local Operated: yes

Lat/Long: 58.0141577/-3.8525977

Fuel

Gulf

Brand: Gulf

Brand Wikidata: Q5617505

Brand Wikipedia: en:Gulf Oil LP

Lat/Long: 58.0175302/-3.8552056

Railway: buffer_stop

Lat/Long: 58.0138369/-3.8525909

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0161854/-3.8607797

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0163601/-3.8570461

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0154665/-3.8567108

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0147462/-3.856405

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0142035/-3.8561958

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0138298/-3.8556594

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0138071/-3.8556426

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0137275/-3.8566572

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0136522/-3.8577461

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0135058/-3.8588753

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0133851/-3.8598222

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0198535/-3.8600528

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.019146/-3.8603103

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0183477/-3.8606322

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0175947/-3.860895

Fuel

Gleaner

Brand: Gleaner

Fuel Diesel: yes

Fuel Octane 95: yes

Shop: yes

Lat/Long: 58.0144797/-3.8535144

Post Box

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: KW9 60

Royal Cypher: scottish_crown

Lat/Long: 58.0171764/-3.8549718

Post Box

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: KW9 73

Royal Cypher: scottish_crown

Lat/Long: 58.0126704/-3.8530551

Railway: level_crossing

Lat/Long: 58.020738/-3.8540639

Railway: level_crossing

Lat/Long: 58.0188478/-3.8536453

Railway: level_crossing

Lat/Long: 58.0172199/-3.8532848

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0139453/-3.8610731

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0146299/-3.8612847

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0151678/-3.8613642

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0159992/-3.8612718

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0168284/-3.8611372

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.016137/-3.8624878

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0162433/-3.859542

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0163012/-3.858305

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0129642/-3.8583462

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0133557/-3.8569289

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0136655/-3.8556641

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 58.0137206/-3.8554739

Give Way

Lat/Long: 58.0129764/-3.8533009

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