Last Saturday, 18 May 2013 10:00 AM

Wild Lochaber Festival 2013
Fort William, Fort William
Scotland's Best Kept Secrets Exposed http://www.outdoorcapital.co.uk/whats-on/wild-lochaber-festival-2013/ The Wild Lochaber Festival, to be held in the Outdoor Capital of the UK (OCUK), Fort William, will be a week-long celebration of the ... Read more

This Wednesday, 29 May 2013 2:00 PM

An Torr Woodland Walk with the National Trust
Glencoe Visitor Centre, Glencoe
A short walk through the An Torr woodland. Hear the tale of the Glencoe Massacre and get views through the trees from the legendary Signal Rock. Learn about the geology ... Read more

This Wednesday, 29 May 2013 8:00 PM

Whisky Tasting Masterclass at The Clachaig
Clachaig Inn, Glencoe
Led by Richard Urquhart of leading whisky wholesalers Gordon & MacPhail this is a rare opportunity to learn more about Scotland’s national drink. Entry £10 per person. Entry includes an ... Read more

Saturday, 08 June 2013 9:00 AM

UCI Mountain Bike World Cup: Fort William
Nevis Range, Fort William
The rockyroads.net UCI Mountain Bike World Cup presented by Shimano returns to Fort William across the 9th and 10th of June 2012 – and this year the adventures are set ... Read more

Saturday, 08 June 2013 12:00 PM

Ballachulish Village Hall Craft Fayre
Ballachulish Village Hall, Ballachulish
Craft and Produce Fayre with tea and coffee available. Open 12-4pm If you would like a table these are still available at a cost of £5.00 payable on the day, ... Read more

Sunday, 09 June 2013 10:00 AM

Are there any Water Voles out there
Most people don’t expect to find water voles in upland areas. A cousin of ‘Ratty’ of Wind in the Willows fame is an altogether tougher cousin up here in the ... Read more

Saturday, 13 July 2013 12:00 PM

Ballachulish Village Hall Craft Fayre
Craft and Produce Fayre with tea and coffee available. Open 12-4pm If you would like a table these are still available at a cost of £5.00 payable on the day, ... Read more

Welcome to Fort William and Lochaber

Welcome to Fort William "The Outdoor Capital of The UK" and the home of Ben Nevis, the highest point in the UK.

Fort William or An Gearasdan in Gaelic means "The Garrison" and is one of Scotland’s most popular holiday towns. Fort William is located in the Lochaber region, which is home to The Great Glen, Glen Nevis, Glencoe and Mallaig, providing some of the most beautiful scenery on the West Coast of Scotland.

This site brings you the best in Fort William hotels, bed and breakfast and self-catering accommodation as well as restaurants where you can enjoy the finest food Fort William and Lochaber has to offer. We also have a full list of pubs where you can enjoy a dram of our famous Ben Nevis Whisky.

For Things To Do in Fort William and visitor attractions check out our packed What’s On guide where you’ll find something to suit everyone. Or you could just pop your boots on and climb Ben Nevis!

So what are you waiting for? Plan your Fort William holiday today!

Featured places

Caledonian CanalBritish Waterways Scotland, Fort William
60 miles of Scottish Highland splendour amid outstanding unspoilt scenery best describes the Caledonian Canal. Slicing through the Great Glen, this majestic canal is considered by many as one of ... Read more
Crannog CruisesCrannog Concept Ltd, Fort William
Stunning views… Majestic wildlife… Board Souter’s Lass for a wonderful cruise down Loch Linnhe and enjoy the breath-taking scenery of Lochaber. With our unique and informative skipper’s ... Read more
Nevis RangeNevis Range, Fort William
Welcome To The Nevis Range Mountain Experience! Let Britain's only mountain gondola transport you effortlessly to 650m.Meander along the mountain trails to the panoramic viewpoints, then relax ... Read more
West Highland MuseumCameron Square, Fort William
Situated in the high street in the heart of the historic town of Fort William in the Scottish Highlands, The West Highland Museum’s collections tell the story of the region ... Read more
Lochaber Leisure CentreBelford Road, Fort William
Lochaber Leisure Centre, situated in Fort William, is one of the largest leisure facilities in the Highlands offering leisure opportunities for every member of the family. From parent and toddler ... Read more
Glencoe CafeGlencoe, Ballachulish
At Glencoe Cafe we strive to use local suppliers and the best of Scottish produce. Our aim is to provide our customers with good value, tasty food, served in a ... Read more
Browns RestaurantBrowns Restaurant, Fort William
Browns Bar & Restaurant has been decorated in a sleek contemporary style. Finished with dark wooden panelling, oak floors with large windows letting in streams of light. Air conditioned for ... Read more
The Ben Nevis DistilleryLochy Bridge, Fort William
Welcome to The Ben Nevis Distillery and Visitor Centre in Fort William, Scotland. We invite you to discover the secrets of Whisky distilling and enjoy the unique sensation of the ... Read more
Crannog RestaurantCrannog Concept Ltd, Fort William
Fresh Scottish seafood with a warm Highland welcome! Situated in the heart of Fort William, Crannog is a seafood restaurant like no other – in a quiet ... Read more
Lochaber Farm ShopUnit 5, Fort William
Based at the Rural Complex just outside Fort William, Lochaber Farm Shop stocks a wide range of local produce including meat (Beef, Lamb, Pork and Venison) suppliers are listed on ... Read more

Featured places to stay

Bank Street LodgeBank Street, Fort William
Accommodation in Fort William, Scottish Highlands Bank Street Lodge offers first class accommodation with en-suite single, double, twin and family rooms in the centre of Fort William in the ... Read more
Glenspean Lodge Hotel, Roy Bridge
LUXURY, COMFORT & HOSPITALITY You can experience the perfect setting in our small luxurious hotel. For leisure, weddings, business or pleasure, our romantic, peaceful surroundings are superb, boasting spectacular panoramic ... Read more
AlltshellachOnich, North Ballachulish
Ideally located in the Scotland’s leading outdoor capital of the UK, Alltshellach Country House, is a fine Scottish residence, formerly a bishop's house, with lawns and wooded grounds that sweep ... Read more
The Prince's House HotelPrince's House, Glenfinnan
The Prince’s House Hotel, a privately owned and run characterful small hotel set amidst the stunning scenery of "Bonnie Prince Charlie" country in the Highlands of Scotland. Proprietors ... Read more
Fern Villa Guest HouseLoan Fern, Ballachulish
Fern Villa is a small and friendly family run Guest House offering Bed and Breakfast accommodation in the village of Ballachulish, just over a mile from the spectacular Pass of ... Read more
The Steadings Bed and BreakfastThe Steadings, Ardgour
Welcome to The Steadings; luxurious four star bed and breakfast accommodation. Formerly an estate barn, the building has been rennovated to an environmentally aware standard while maintaing the building's ... Read more
Aros Ard Bed & BreakfastSeafield Gardens, Fort William
We offer 4 star quality accommodation with private parking, the ideal base for touring the Outdoor Capital of the UK. Aros Ard is situated in a stunning elevated ... Read more
Distant Hills Guest HouseRoy Bridge Road, Spean Bridge
Peter & Lesley McIntosh welcome you to their Highland Guest House in the village of Spean Bridge. Together they have 40 years experience of the Lochaber area and their aims ... Read more
The Pierhouse HotelPort Appin Pier, Appin
Welcome to The Pierhouse Hidden away in the quiet village of Port Appin, Argyll, on the shores of Loch Linnhe and surrounded by the spectacular raw beauty of the ... Read more
Glendevin Bed & BreakfastGlendevin, Fort William
Glendevin is surrounded by woodland where the visitor can enjoy the sight of visiting roe deer, the occasional red squirrel and a variety of garden birds. The village offers spectacular ... Read more
Isle of Eriska Hotel, Spa & GolfBenderloch, Oban
The Eriska Hotel and Spa offers luxurious 5 Star accommodation with a view to match. Enjoy a traditional Scottish breakfast, while taking in 300 acres of lush landscapes all from ... Read more
The Holly Tree HotelKentallen, Glencoe
Welcome to The Hollytree Hotel and Swimming Pool, ideally located in the romantic Highlands of Scotland midway between Oban the gateway to Argyll and the Isles, and Fort William, Ben ... Read more