Thurso Attractions
Thurso (pop. 8,000; "Thors-a" = "by the river") has the northernmost railroad station on the mainland. The medieval St Peter's Church (12/13th century) is the oldest building in the small town. It is thought that the foundation stone was laid by Bishop Gilbert of Moravia.
Heritage Museum
The Heritage Museum documents the traditions and customs of the local people. It also displays a collection of minerals belonging to Robert Dick (1811-1866), a well-known geologist, and a reconstruction of a typical Caithness cottage.
Hours
June 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Scrabster
Car ferries to Stromness leave from the fishing port of Scrabster just to the west of Thurso.
Scrabster Ferry Terminal
Queen Elizabeth Pier
Caithness KW14 7UT
Scotland
Queen Elizabeth Pier
Caithness KW14 7UT
Scotland
