Gairloch Museum — Attraction in Great Britain

What a really well run and informative museum. Entry for the family was cheap enough (£15.00). Staff were very friendly, informative and approachable and the information set out throughout the museum was in a form that the children could understand. We went to the cafe and the staff were also friendly, in particular Sally, who was not only friendly but also acknowledged that my family and I were visiting from out of the area and informed us of what to do as a family. These small things from local residents go a long way and make the visit memorable. Prices in the cafe were very reasonable, especially for a family of 5. Our children loved dressing up clothes too. Great place to visit...

Absolutely loved this quirky wee museum. Very friendly and helpful chap on the front desk. Fascinating selection of exhibits all laid out well with clear information. The children also had a ball locating the hidden fish! I especially enjoyed the little cinema experience, in particular the piece about the gaelic language. As someone from the east coast of Scotland who has despaired at the bizarre practice of labelling police cars and ambulances in the gaelic rather than in English, the little film left me with a better understanding of how many folk from the Highlands and Islands must feel about the language.

Highly recommend...

The museum is housed in an old, reinforced concrete nuclear bunker built during the Cold War. Because of ground conditions it was built above ground not underground. Two of the original six-inch reinforced doors are used as exhibition stands. The museum offers diverse exhibits highlighting local history, culture, and the natural environment. Highlights include the original lens from Rubh Re lighthouse, a replica croft house, an interactive natural world gallery, a Pictish Symbol stone, and a 25-minute video of local people discussing how life in Gairloch has changed over the last few hundred years, which was...