Listing Region: Highlands & Islands

Clan Donnachaidh Museum

Location

PH18 5TW. Beside A9 west of Blair Atholl adjacent to the House of Bruar complex. Clearly signposted. Ample parking.

Location

PH18 5TW. Beside A9 west of Blair Atholl adjacent to the House of Bruar complex. Clearly signposted. Ample parking.

Clan Donnachaidh (the 'Children of Duncan'), made up of Robertsons, Duncans, Reids and other surnames, is closely associated with an area stretching from Rannoch in the west of Perthshire to the border with Angus in the east. It played an important part in in the 1689, 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings. The museum contains Jacobite items and gives an overview of clan history. Jacobite exhibits include the sword, pistol and sporran of Donald Robertson of Woodsheal, who led the clan into battle on behalf of his cousin, the aged Chief, Alexander Robertson of Struan, who took part in all three Jacobite rebellions. There is also the travelling fiddle of Sir John Cope, the commander of the defeated government troops at the Battle of Prestonpans, which was found in his coach after the battle. The coach and all its contents were given to Struan, who returned home in it.

Access

Mon-Sun 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. Admission free.

Website

http://www.donnachaidh.com

Contact

Tel: 01796 483770
Mob: 07931 217681
email: admin@donnachaidh.com

Area of interest

Ruthven Barracks

On the site of an earlier castle severely damaged by the Jacobites in 1689. Built by George II’s government after the failed Jacobite uprising of 1715 and completed in the 1720s. The troops stationed there were to maintain law and order and enforce the Disarming Act of 1716. The barracks saw action twice. 300 Jacobites failed to take the barracks in 1745, but a more heavily-armed attack in February 1746 forced the barracks’ surrender. The Jacobites rallied here after their defeat at Culloden before dispersing. The buildings were destroyed either in the February attack or after Culloden. The site is in the care of Historic Environment Scotland.

Access

Free access. Open all year.

Website

https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/ruthven-barracks/

Contact

General enquiries phone: 0131 668 8600

Area of interest

1689 1715 1745 Clans

Glencoe

This beautiful glen is the site of the infamous massacre of 13 February 1692. Soldiers of the Earl of Argyll's Regiment turned on their MacDonald hosts in an action designed to set an example to others who were slow to swear the Oath of Allegiance to the new monarchs William and Mary. Betraying the hospitality they received while billeted in the glen, the troops murdered about 30 of their hosts though many others escaped.

Access

Accessible at all times. The Glencoe Folk Museum is open seasonally and has an admission charge.

Area of interest

1689 Clans

Cromdale

Location

On the hillside to the east of the A95 at Cromdale village where there is parking. The Kirk is next to the River Spey to the NW of the village.

Location

On the hillside to the east of the A95 at Cromdale village where there is parking. The Kirk is next to the River Spey to the NW of the village.

Site of the final battle of the 1689 Rising on 1 May 1690. The Jacobite force of 1,500 was surprised in its camps at dawn by a larger government force and forced to flee. The Jacobites may have lost up to 400 men killed or captured. Lethendry Castle and the 'Piper's Stone' (both signposted locally) have links to the battle. A memorial plaque is fixed on the Watch House adjacent to the Kirk where the Government forces crossed the River Spey.

Access

No restrictions. A battlefield leaflet is available locally (see weblink for download).

Website

https://www.breakawaylodges.com/desktop/web/ckfinder/userfiles/files/3792%20BATTLE%20OF%20CROMDALE%20LEAFLET.pdf

Area of interest

1689 Battlefield

Seven Men of Moidart Memorial

Cairn erected by the 1745 Association adjacent to the site of the original row of seven beech trees planted in the 19th century representing the seven followers who landed in Loch Moidart in July 1745 with Prince Charles Edward Stuart.

Access

At all times.

Area of interest

1745 Prince Charles Edward

Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre

Location

Postcode: IV2 5EU. Five miles east of Inverness, signposted off the A9/B9006. Parking available on site, some of which is charged.

Location

Postcode: IV2 5EU. Five miles east of Inverness, signposted off the A9/B9006. Parking available on site, some of which is charged.

The iconic site of the battle where the Jacobite forces of Prince Charles Edward were totally defeated by the army of the Duke of Cumberland on 16 April 1746. A key area of the battlefield is owned and managed by the National Trust for Scotland, and parts have been effectively restored to their original appearance. There are interpreted trails around this part of the battlefield, which includes the Jacobite grave markers and the memorial cairn. The story of the campaign, the battle and its aftermath are effectively told in the adjacent visitor centre, which displays many items from both sides of the conflict and features an evocative cinematic representation of the battle.

Access

The battlefield is open at all times, with pathways to facilitate access around the site. Visitor Centre opening hours change seasonally (check website) and admission charges apply.

Website

https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/culloden

https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/culloden/planning-your-visit

Contact

Email: culloden@nts.org.uk
Phone: 01463 796090

Area of interest

1745 Battlefield Collection Duke of Cumberland Museum Prince Charles Edward

Fort George

Location

On the south shore of the Moray Firth near Ardersier, Inverness, IV2 7TD. Signposted from the A96.

Location

On the south shore of the Moray Firth near Ardersier, Inverness, IV2 7TD. Signposted from the A96.

A spectacular bastioned fortress on the shore of the Moray Firth built after 1746 to overawe and subdue the Highlands. It provided a secure base for large numbers of Government troops who could be supplied by sea. It remains substantially intact and is still used by the British Army. In the care of Historic Environment Scotland.

Access

Opening hours. Admission charge. Free to HS members. Car park.

Website

https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/fort-george

Contact

Phone: 01667 462 834

Area of interest

1745 Building Fort

Dunollie Castle

Ruined cliff top castle home to the chiefs of Clan MacDougall until the building of the adjacent 1745 House now a museum. The castle was forfeit to the crown after clan support for the 1715 rising but returned later. The collection contains Jacobite items and manuscripts. Please check before visiting to see what is on display.

Access

Opening hours. Admission charge.

Website

https://www.dunollie.org

Contact

Email: info@dunollie.org
Phone: 01631 570550

Area of interest

1715 1745 Clans Collection

Cluny Macpherson Memorial

Location

On the minor road between Laggan Bridge and Glentruim about 3 miles west of the A9 at Newtonmore. Please note that the road is narrow with passing places and is unsuitable for motor homes, caravans and buses. Public transport: None. Nearest bus and train - Newtonmore

Location

Memorial cairn to Ewan Macpherson of Cluny - a very capable Jacobite officer who fought with distinction at the skirmish at Clifton near Penrith, and Falkirk. After Culloden he helped to hide Prince Charles Edward, distributed the gold that he left behind and evaded capture himself for nine years before finally escaping to France.

Access

Access: At all times.

Area of interest

1745 Aftermath Memorial