Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre
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Overview
A cairn recalls this last battle fought on mainland Britain, on 16 April 1746, when the Duke of Cumberland's forces routed 'Bonnie' Prince Charles Edward Stuart's army. Although the battle took less than an hour over 1,500 Jacobites were killed, and many of their graves are on the site. The battlefield has been restored to its state on the day of the battle, and in summer there are 'living history' enactments. This is a most atmospheric evocation of tragic events. The Visitors' Centre has exhibitions, a 'Battle Immersion' film, a viewing platform, and an animated Battle table.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Battlefield open daily all year. Visitor Centre open daily, Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec, 10-4 (31 Dec, 10-2); Apr-May & Sep-Oct, 9-5.30; Jun-Jul, 9-6; Aug, 9-7. Closed 24-26 Dec & 1-2 Jan
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
About the area
Apart from the Orkneys and the Shetlands, Highland is Scotland’s northernmost county. Probably its most famous feature is the mysterious and evocative Loch Ness, allegedly home to an ancient monster that has embedded itself in the world’s modern mythology, and the region’s tourist industry.
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