Surrounded by soaring mountains, the road through Glen Shiel is one of Scotland’s most stunning drives. These slopes are more than just scenic though, they’re also a battlefield from the smallest and often forgotten Jacobite Rising. The 1719 rising came just four short years after the previous well-supported, but ultimately disastrous campaign. Many of those who had joined the cause were still suffering from harsh repercussions and were in no position to fight. The real catalyst in 1719 was supp

Set sail with Loch Shiel Cruises ⛵ Hop aboard the M.V. Sileas and explore one of Scotland's most historic and unspoiled natural treasures! Learn all about the Jacobite rising, hear stories of the battle of Culloden and see iconic Harry Potter filming locations including the Glenfinnan Viaduct 🚂 Then get your binoculars out and spot the incredible wildlife including majestic golden eagles, red deer and maybe even Nessie's pal Shielagh, the Loch Shiel monster 🦅 To make memories that last a lifet