Edwin Leece Browne Memorial

A modest stone memorial tucked into the Highland landscape near Inverness marks the resting place of Edwin Leece Browne, a figure whose name has mostly faded from common knowledge. It's one of those places that rewards the curious wanderer more than the casual passer-by.

The memorial itself is straightforward - respectful without fuss. What makes it worth a detour is really the walk to get there and the sense of stepping off the beaten track. This isn't a major tourist draw with visitor centres and coach parties; it's the kind of thing you'd discover while exploring the quiet roads around Tomatin, where the Glamping Pods offer a comfortable base for exactly this sort of wandering.

Historians and genealogy enthusiasts will find it interesting, though you'll want to do some homework beforehand to get the most from a visit. Families won't linger long - there's not much to do once you've paid your respects and taken a photograph. Walkers, though, will appreciate the surrounding terrain and the opportunity to explore the quieter corners of the Highlands.

Allow an hour or so if you're making a dedicated trip, though honestly you'd combine this with other walking or exploring in the area. The nearest proper facilities are in Inverness, about 10 miles away. Best in decent weather - there's no shelter, and the Highland elements can turn a pleasant wander into a damp trudge quickly enough.