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Forres

About Forres

Forres is an Historic Royal Burgh and multiple Britain in Bloom winning town to the west of the region. Forres is just minutes from Findhorn and the Moray Coast and offers visitors many accommodation options and choices of things to do.

Through history Kings and princes fought and died here as Sueno’s Stone (the tallest Pictish carved monument in Scotland) stands testimony. Forres is also famous as the home of the real Macbeth.

The town itself is quaint and pretty with the splendid Grant Park, named for Forres ‘loon’ and inventor of the Digestive Biscuit Sir Alexander Grant, providing a central location for many annual events such as Piping at Forres as well as for the town’s incredible floral displays.

Nelson’s Tower, an octagonal tower built in honour of Lord Nelson overlooks the town and offers stunning views to the Moray Coast.

Forres has a pleasant high street which offers an array of independent shops, three amazing butcher shops, numerous local craft producers and much more for the discerning visitor.

Forres is home to a great local golf course, Forres Golf Course the local football team, Forres Mechanics, known as ‘the Cans’ and two of Speyside's whisky distilleries; Dallas Dhu, an historic distillery operated by Historic Environment Scotland, and the family-owned Benromach Distillery.

Forres is just a few minutes’ drive from the popular coastal village of Findhorn. The village itself boasts an array of accommodation, food and drink and activities. The nearby Findhorn Foundation is known throughout the world as a global centre for ecological and sustainable living.


For more information on Forres, why not visit Forres Local, an independently operated local website which is packed-full of local news and updates as well as local tourism information.


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Forres Listings

Willowbarn Rafford is luxury self catering accommodation in the heart of Moray Speyside. It is a spacious, first-floor, barn-style property set in a peaceful country setting on the Dava Way and Speyside Whisky Trail, in a quiet, and tranquil area. The self catering accommodation is set in an idyllic private 4- acre garden. The surrounding […]

Dunphail Distillery invites you to visit our traditional Scotch Whisky distillery, located in the beautiful Moray countryside. Our visitor centre is open to all, and offers a wide selection of whisky, official merchandise and gifts.  An exclusive distillery hand-fill is available for visitors wanting to bottle their own whisky straight from the cask.  Refreshments are […]

Boisdale Cottage is a beautifully restored early 1800s former chandlery in the heart of the charming village of Findhorn. Just a short walk from the beach, the Kimberley Inn, and the Bakehouse Café, this spacious yet cozy cottage is the perfect retreat for families, couples, or small groups. With four comfortable bedrooms, it can sleep […]

Blervie House is a historic Scottish Country House set in a delightful rural area of Moray Speyside but just a short drive from Inverness. Blervie House is currently the only 5 Star accommodation in Moray Speyside. The house was recently renovated and combines the best stately home elegance with 21st-century conveniences. Blervie House nestles in […]

A rustic venue offering a variety of venue hire options suitable for weddings, music/theatre/ comedy events venue, retreats and residential courses, meetings parties, team building, group/society/club events and family gatherings and celebrations. Music and performance events venue hire The Loft has two main events venue spaces, our rustic barn venue can accommodate up to x100 […]

TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH FOOD HALL, RESTAURANT, GIFTS, INTERIORS, SCOTTISH GIFTS, LADIES FASHION, EVENING WEAR, KITCHEN, TABLE WARE, DELICATESSEN, TOYS, GAMES, STATIONERY, LADIES LEISUREWEAR, MENSWEAR Situated in a relaxing environment just a few minutes from Brodie Castle, Brodie Countryfare is one of the most pleasant shopping experiences in the North of Scotland providing a blend of quality […]

Cluny Bank takes pride of place in the heart of Moray, a beautiful location on the north-east coast. Each of our seven bedrooms are individually named after family, friends and our first guests. Every room is different both in style and size and all have been recently refurbished. We have three double/twin rooms, two double […]

The Old Mill Inn, Brodie, is a country hotel and restaurant situated in Brodie, a historic village in the Scottish Highlands. Our country setting, nestling on the banks of the Muckle Burn and near the renowned Culbin Forest, is a short distance from historical Brodie Castle and a brief stroll to the celebrated shopping destination […]

The extravagant yet welcoming Burgie House is situated on the stunning Moray Firth with views overlooking Findhorn Bay.  This large and luxurious holiday retreat is possibly one of the most outstanding homes that Scotland offers.  Being nestled in over 1000 acres of private land, boasting classical architecture and space to sleep up to 25 in […]

Originally built as a model farm in the 1920’s, Logie Steading near Forres has attractive sandstone buildings now house an enthusiastic group of individual businesses including the acclaimed Café at Logie Steading, local producers and retailers, often with specialist knowledge of their niche products. There is a second hand book shop, fashion outlets for both […]

Findhorn Bay Holiday Park offers three-star Holiday Accommodation and a quiet camping and caravanning site next to the world-famous Findhorn Community. Nearby attractions include the Universal Hall providing exciting events, the beautiful Findhorn Village with two cosy pubs and a Marina with a watersports centre. Our Eco-chalets are designed and built to a high ecological […]