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Welcome to South Highland

Our area encompasses the core of the Highlands, stretching from the Minch in the west, to the Moray firth in the east. From west coast sea lochs and the islands of Skye, Rum and the other small isles, to the tops of Scotland's highest mountains, it's home to some of our most special wildlife and landscapes. Most of the population of the Highlands live here, from urban centres like Inverness and it's hinterland to the remote coasts and straths. Our team are proud to play our part in helping people and nature thrive.
George Hogg, Unit manager

Morrich More, Easter Ross. İP&A Macdonald/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.gov.uk

Contact us

Our area staff are based in 8 local offices - Dingwall, Aviemore, Kinlochewe, Creag Meagaidh, Fort William, Rum, Ullapool and Portree.

gatewaymonday - Black throated Diver. (file ref. K30-20). 2001/02. İ Laurie Campbell/SNH__For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.gov.uk

What to see and where in South Highland

Find out more about the places that make the South Highlands so special.

Creag Meagaidh NNR Open Day. İPete Moore/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.gov.uk

Events in South Highland

See what's happening in your area.

Beinn Eighe Visitor Centre.  İAndrew Gold/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.gov.uk

News in South Highland

This Month - Beinn Eighe Visitor Centre strikes gold