Dalmore Farm Shop & Restaurant

The Dalmore Farm Shop & Restaurant sits just outside Invergordon in the Highlands, combining working farm elements with a proper sit-down restaurant - it's the kind of place that makes sense when you're staying nearby and fancy something a bit different. The setup works well for families: you can wander round the farm side, grab lunch without the kids getting fractious, and actually feel like you've done something other than drive between A and B.

What you're getting is essentially a working farm that's opened its doors to visitors, with a restaurant attached. It's not a full-blown zoo experience, more a chance to see farm animals going about their day and then eat decent local food without traipsing back into town. The restaurant side seems to be the main draw - worth booking ahead if you're coming in peak season, especially from somewhere like Newmore Highland Pods or Blackrock Caravan Park just down the road.

For families with young children, it fills a rainy afternoon slot nicely. Older kids might find it a bit tame after an hour. The real appeal is convenience if you're based in the Delny Glamping area or staying in one of the pods nearby - proper food without the faff of driving into Invergordon itself.

I'd recommend ringing ahead to check opening times and whether you need to book. It's the sort of place that works brilliantly as part of a larger Highland loop rather than a standalone destination.