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Strathnaver Museum
Strathnaver Museum
Find us
We are located in the former church at Clachan to the east of the village of Bettyhill. Our prominent position is between Farr Bay and the A836.
Access
There is accessible parking in the overflow car park to the rear of the museum. This is signposted and the entry is shared with Farr Bay Inn. The museum annex and the first floor of the main museum is fully accessible. An Audio Visual Virtual Guide for the lower ground floor gallery and first floor is available from reception. Please use these links to download our
Accessibility Statement 2023
and
2024-26 Access Policy
Facilities
Retail:
we have a selection of high quality local crafts.
Temporary exhibitions:
we have two temporary exhibition spaces. They can be found in the Annex and upper gallery in the main museum. They will change regularly and a programme can be viewed
here
Clachan Cafe:
enjoy refreshments, snacks, and treats at Clachan Cafe located on the roadside in front of the museum.
Toilets:
fully accessible toilet located in the reception of the main building.
Public transport
The following services are available (as of 6 March 2024) but may be subject to change. Do check the providers websites to ensure accurate information.
The
Durness Bus
runs the 803 service between Durness and Thurso on Saturdays only.
During school term the 803 runs a service between Bettyhill & Melness.
During the school week it runs from Melness to Thurso on Tuesdays and Thursdays only.
During the school holidays it runs between Tongue & Thurso, Tuesdays and Thursdays only.
Bicyles must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
Electric Charging Points
There is an electric charging point in the car park in the village opposite the Bettyhill Hotel.
Cycling
There are cycle racks located in the car park to the rear of the Annex building.
Dogs
As much as we like dogs, we’re afraid only assistance dogs are allowed in the museum building. There are some lovely dog walks in our immediate surroundings including the Farr Bay and the Farr Glebe Bumblebee Meadow. Please note sheep may be present in the Glebe Field in front of the museum and the coastal strip along Farr Bay.
Opening Times
1st April to 31st October:
Mon 10am – 5pm
Tues 10am – 5pm
Wed 10am – 5pm
Thu 10am – 5pm
Fri 10am – 5pm
Sat 10am – 5pm
Sun Closed
Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
Admission Prices
Museum visit
: £7.50 adult; under 18s free.
Membership
: individual membership for £10 and get unlimited entry for 12 months as part of our
Friends scheme