Flora Macdonald statue

The statue stands in Inverness, a bronze figure commemorating Flora Macdonald - the woman who helped Bonnie Prince Charlie escape after Culloden. It's a straightforward monument rather than a sprawling attraction, so don't expect to spend hours here. What you get is a moment of genuine Highland history, a chance to stand where this remarkable woman is remembered.

Flora's story grips you more than the statue itself does. She was arrested for her role in the Prince's escape and became a minor celebrity in her day - people would pay to meet her. The monument gives you a focal point to think about that turbulent period when the Highlands were being utterly transformed.

It works best as part of a larger Inverness wander rather than a standalone trip. The town itself has plenty going on - proper museums, decent restaurants, the castle grounds. You're talking five minutes here maximum, then off to explore elsewhere. Free to visit, obviously, since it's just a public statue.

If you're based at one of the nearby caravan parks - Ardtower, Bunchrew, or Go Glamping at Loch Ness - you're perfectly positioned to pop into town. Coulmore Bay is slightly further but still manageable. This works well if you've got a rainy afternoon and fancy some culture between outdoor days. It won't blow your mind, but it's a decent pause in any Highland itinerary.