Hugh Miller's (Famous Geologist) Cottage
Hugh Miller's Cottage, Church Street, Cromarty, IV11 8XA, Highland, Scotland, Collection details: Decorative and Applied Art, Natural Sciences, Personalities.

Here in this thatched cottage built c1698 by his great-grandfather was born Hugh Miller, on 10 October, 1802. Miller rose to international acclaim as a geologist, editor and writer. The furnished cottage contains an exhibition and video on his life and work. To the rear is a Scottish ‘wild garden’ of colourful native plants, redesigned to reflect Miller’s own love of nature. A reading room has been opened, offering visitors the chance to browse at leisure among Miller’s works. New artworks on display include a tapestry, sculpture and silver medallion. The cottage was first opened to the public in 1890. It was handed over to the Trust by Cromarty Town Council in 1938. Key artists and exhibits. Hugh Miller, geologist, editor and writer.

   Cromarty Courthouse is a registered museum providing an enjoyable way to explore Cromarty's past and resources for those with a serious interest in the history of the North of Scotland. Interpretation includes a reconstructed trial in the 18th century courtroom, children's costumes, prison cells, a video presentation of 800 years of Cromarty's history, artefacts, high quality display panels, an audio tape tour of the older part of the town and leaflets for walks in and around Cromarty.

   The Commercial Inn, Address: 11, Main St, Balintore, Tain, Ross-Shire, IV20 1UE

   Poyntzfield Herb Nursery, four miles to the west of the town has over 400 culinary and medicinal plants for sale, and is well worth a visit.

   Nigg Old Church, a fine example of a Scottish parish church housing a magnificent Pictish stone of the late eighth century, carved with Pictish symbols and Christian imagery.

   Dolphin Ecosse. From the ferry, or perhaps from the beach or harbour you may catch site of the local Dolphins. Boat trips from the town can be arranged with the local company, Dolphin Ecosse.