Scrabster

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Scrabster Harbour Scotland
Anchor Handling Tugs at Scrabster A pair of Anchor Handlers/Supply Tugs, the Maersk Detector and the Maersk Assister, dwarfing the new ferry terminal at Scrabster. These giants are used for many heavyweight tasks such as repositioning oil rigs. They boast 18,280 BHP and 23,500 BHP respectively.
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Leaving Scrabster at Dusk As we were leaving Scrabster there was a lot of smoke coming from a couple of the boats in the harbour, taken without a tripod, hence shake
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Bell Mount, Scrabster
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Scrabster Lighthouse, Thurso, Caithness. Since the harbour at Scrabster has been upgraded, it is not uncommon to see cruise ships in the area
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Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Thurso Scotland
$618 nightly
The price is $671 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$671 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Thurso. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Scrabster Ferry Terminal and Wolfburn ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
I had a most delightful stay. Getting to the ferry in the AM was a breeze. Lovely views of the harbor. Everything was clean and inviting. Would most definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.
Pentland

Pentland

3 out of 5
Princes Street Thurso Scotland
$90 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
$108 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (381 reviews)
old but nice

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Pentland
Park Hotel

Park Hotel

3 out of 5
Oldfield Thurso Scotland
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Thurso Scotland
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Thurso. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Scrabster Ferry Terminal and Wolfburn ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
I had a most delightful stay. Getting to the ferry in the AM was a breeze. Lovely views of the harbor. Everything was clean and inviting. Would most definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.
Amazing NC500 Croft House. Perfect for couples and families

Amazing NC500 Croft House. Perfect for couples and families

Thurso Highland Council
Stay at this cottage in Thurso. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Strathy Bay and Sgeir an Eilean are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Amazing location
Fabulous property, beautiful location and plenty of fresh air and wellbeing walks. Scenery stunning. Cottage incredibly cosy, and lovely to return to every evening. Everything we needed was provided.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024

Amazing NC500 Croft House. Perfect for couples and families
You will love everything about Mey Bee.

You will love everything about Mey Bee.

Mey, near Thurso
Stay at this cottage in Thurso. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Castle of Mey and Gills Bay Ferry Port are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Fred the owner was lovely. He was a perfect host in every way.I fully recommend this retreat in every way.

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2025

You will love everything about Mey Bee.
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Popular places to visit

Dunnet Head Lighthouse showing cuddly or friendly animals and bird life

Dunnet Head Lighthouse

Enjoy the impressive views from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse on the edge of a headland jutting into the Pentland Firth.

Dunnet Head Lighthouse
Castle of Mey showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle

Castle of Mey

Walk through the gardens and browse the inviting interior rooms of the late Queen Mother’s Scottish home.

Castle of Mey

Scrabster Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Scrabster with a trip to Scrabster Ferry Terminal. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Scrabster Ferry Terminal

Dunnet Bay Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Dunnet Bay Beach during your travels in Thurso? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Dunnet Bay Beach

Dunnet Bay Distillery

You can take time to visit Dunnet Bay Distillery during your travels to Dunnet. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Dunnet Bay Distillery

Strathy Bay

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Strathy Bay might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Strathy.

Strathy Bay

Things to do

2 hour group lesson

2 hour group lesson (3-16 people)

$67
per adult
2 hour group lesson (3-16 people)
2 hour private surf lesson!

2 hour private surf lesson! (Up to 2 people)

$203
per traveler
2 hour private surf lesson! (Up to 2 people)
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Cities near Scrabster

Thurso

Thurso

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