Sutors of Cromarty

The Sutors of Cromarty are two dramatic sandstone cliffs that guard the entrance to the Cromarty Firth like ancient sentinels. You get them best from the Black Isle side - walk down to the shore and they loom proper impressive against the water, especially when the light catches them golden in late afternoon. The northern one's about 200 feet high; the southern a touch less, but both have that weathered, almost angry look that makes good photos.

Walkers will find the footpath straightforward enough - it's maybe twenty minutes' gentle stroll from Cromarty village down to the viewpoint. The views across the firth toward Inverness are wide and quietly atmospheric. It's the sort of place you don't rush. Sit for a bit, watch the light change, maybe spot a porpoise if you're lucky.

Not a massive attraction - you're looking at an hour's visit maximum, less if you're just driving through. But if you're basing yourself at Delny Glamping or anywhere on the Black Isle, it's a cracking spot to stretch your legs without any fuss. The walk's accessible for most ages and fitness levels, though the path can be muddy after rain. Free, naturally, and open all year. Go in the morning if you want decent light for photographs. Midges in summer can be tiresome, so plan accordingly. It's one of those places that earns its place in a Highland trip through simplicity rather than spectacle.