The Outdoor Capital of the UK
I spent a couple of days in Fort William after finishing my walk of the West Highland Way. My first day was spent on a day trip to Mallaig which I documented in a separate post. The next day I did some walking around the city center of Fort William to see the sights and learn the history of the area.
Fort William is quite touristy with it being the end of the West Highland Way and a hub for many outdoor recreational activities. For this, it is known as the Outdoor Capital of the UK. It sits on the shores of Loch Linnhe and has a rich history in Scotland which I learned about at the West Highland Museum.
You pass through a beautiful green space known as The Parade as you come into the city center. Here you will find several statues and a war memorial before reaching High Street. High Street is a pedestrian street lined with many different types of shops, restaurants, and bars. I was able to get a wonderful lunch at the Crofter Bar before heading back to my B&B. There was so much more I wanted to see but my injured knee didn’t allow it.
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The Parade – a beautiful green space with several statues and memorials 
War Memorial 
Duncansburgh Church 
Statue of Donald Cameron of Lochiel 
Peace Memorial 
St. Andrew’s Church 
The Craig’s Burial Ground 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church 
Loch Linnhe 
Lunch at the Crofters Bar
