Inverlochy

Settlement in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Inverlochy

West End car park, Fort William Credit: Steven Brown

Inverlochy is a small village located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated at the mouth of the River Lochy, it is nestled between the Nevis Range and Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles. The village is approximately 3 miles north of Fort William, which serves as the local administrative center.

Inverlochy is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, attracting both locals and tourists alike. The area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and skiing during the winter months. The nearby Glen Nevis is a popular destination for walkers, with its stunning waterfalls and picturesque landscapes.

Historically, Inverlochy played a significant role in Scotland's past. The Battle of Inverlochy took place here in 1645 during the English Civil War, where the Royalist forces led by the Marquess of Montrose emerged victorious over the Covenanters. Today, visitors can explore the remains of the 13th-century Inverlochy Castle, which played a pivotal role in the battle.

Despite its small size, Inverlochy offers a range of amenities to residents and visitors. There are local shops, restaurants, and accommodations available, providing essential services and catering to the needs of those exploring the area.

Overall, Inverlochy is a charming village with a rich history and is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Its proximity to Fort William and the Nevis Range makes it an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking to immerse themselves in Scotland's scenic beauty.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Inverlochy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.824804/-5.094699 or Grid Reference NN1174. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West End car park, Fort William

Steven Brown

Sheet piling on the waterfront at Fort William

Upholding the A82 road.

Rod Allday

Seafood restaurant, Fort William

The Crannog restaurant on the shore of Loch Linnhe.

Jim Barton

Landing stage, Fort William

A pontoon landing stage for the passenger ferry across Loch Linnhe to Camusnagaul.

Jim Barton

Former low level observatory, Fort William

At the instigation of the Scottish Meteorological Society, the summit observatory on Ben Nevis opened in October 1883. Subsequently funding of £1000 became available from the Edinburgh International Exhibition in 1886 to build a companion low level observatory in Fort William. A telegraph connection enabled simultaneous comparison of weather conditions between the summit (1345m) and this near sea level location. The low level observatory opened in July 1890, and both observatories ran until financial difficulties eventually forced closure in 1904. (Source: The Weathermen of Ben Nevis by Marjory Roy, Royal Meteorological Society 2004). Now the house is the Glentower B&B. See also NN0973 : Glentower Lower Observatory, Achintore Road by Craig Wallace.

Jim Barton

Lochside car park, Fort William

By the A82 at the southern end of the town.

Jim Barton

Fort William welcome sign

A sign on the A82 entering from the south. The gaelic name translates as 'the garrison'.

Jim Barton

Loch Linnhe from West End Car Park

J M Briscoe

Remains of WWII Roadblock near Camusnagaul

J M Briscoe

Remains of WWII Roadblock near Camusnagaul

J M Briscoe

Remains of WWII QF/QL Decoy Site

This was a site where lights were lit and fires started to decoy enemy aircraft attacking the Aluminium smelter near Fort William

J M Briscoe

Remains of WWII QF/QL Decoy Site

This was a site where lights were lit and fires started to decoy enemy aircraft attacking the Aluminium smelter near Fort William

J M Briscoe

Camusnagaul, Ardgour

The ferry runs from here to Fort William across the top of Loch Linnhe.

Mike and Kirsty Grundy

Fort William Primary School

Disused school overlooking Loch Linnhe.

C A Millar

Loch Linnhe, Fort William

A beautiful morning in Fort William

Douglas Gemmell

The Crannog Restaurant

Paul Bagnall

Fort William station and the loch wall - 1973

Sometimes there are outbreaks of communal idiocy which can occur anywhere in Britain. In one such instance, this station was demolished and the railway trackbed used for commercial development and to build a new road. The railway was cut back for over half a mile and a new 'station' built (in a different grid square and a far less convenient location for the centre of Fort William). So the scene shown here will never be photographed again.

Dr Neil Clifton