Sandra’s
Hostel nestles in the centre of Thurso - the northern-most town on the UK
mainland. It is the ideal spot to base your holiday while you explore the
North coast, or before and/or after a trip to the Orkney Islands.
Caithness has a rich history which can be traced back to it’s Viking roots.
There are many settlements and structures which can be found littered throughout
the county to testify to it's historic past.
The cliffs of Caithness are spectacular at any time of year, but especially
in early summer, when they echo with the cries of myriad breeding seabirds,
which is a truly awesome experience.
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Every
narrow rock ledge is alive with guillemots, fulmars and kittiwakes spinning
and swirling in the wind. Puffins pose on the cliff-tops while shags and
gannets dive deep into their other underwater world - the dramatic waters
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The wildlife offshore is equally fascinating. Seals and porpoises haunt
the surf and, in winter, flocks of sea ducks frequent the shellfish-rich
waters. A great way to experience both the coast and the wildlife is to
take a one of the boat trips around the coast - choose a pace from sedate
or exhilarating!
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you are less of a watcher and more of a doer, then why not take to the water
and experience the renown competition-quality surf, or, for more conventional
travel, hire one of Sandra’s mountain bikes and explore this intriguing
county by road (maps and route plans can be supplied). Finally, why not
round off the day with a hearty meal at Sandra’s Snack Bar before taking
in some of the local pubs, clubs and other leisure activities the town has
to offer. Then tomorrow see what else the area has to offer. |
