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Our holiday homes are the perfect base to explore the beauty of Wick and Caithness

Whether you’re looking for a relaxed and peaceful break, or you want to soak up every part of what makes Wick and the surrounding areas in the far north of Scotland an amazing place to visit, there’s no better place to base yourself than in our self catered accommodation, Riverside Apartments.

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Discover the best Wick has to offer

The former Viking settlement of Wick is the principal town in the far north of the mainland of Scotland. The town sits astride the River Wick, stretching along both sides of Wick Bay. The claim to fame of our beautiful town is that in the mid-19th century, it was the busiest herring port in Europe. The remains of the Castle of Old Wick, often referred to as the Old Man of Wick, sits atop the edge of the cliffs about half a mile south of Wick Bay and overlooks the sea.
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The historic county of Caithness

As far north as you can go in Scotland without dropping off the end, the landscape of Caithness has a wild, natural beauty, fringed by spectacular cliff shorelines and sandy beaches. In the centre, you’ll find Flow Country, the largest wetland expanse of its kind in Europe, surrounded by fertile crop land and vast moorland. 

Experience the magic of Orkney

Just off the north coast of Scotland, an archipelago of around 70 islands and skerries creates a glittering array of shapes set against clear blue waters. Orkney has a rich history and is home to some of the oldest and best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site, ‘Heart of Neolithic Orkney’. The smaller isles offer a world of serenity on sandy white shores while the mainland houses most of the population and many attractions including an arts and crafts trail. Beautiful beaches combine with heritage, culture and wonderful wildlife to make any trip to Orkney distinct and magical.

A guide to where to eat and drink in Wick

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  • Enjoy beautiful French food overlooking the Wick river at Bord de l’Eau –  01955 604 400 
  • Indulge in your favourite Italian dishes at Del-Vito’s, located in the town centre next to the Crown Bar – 01955 602 803
  • Choose off the À la carte menu at Mackay’s for an evening of fine dining – 01955 602 323
  • Visit the Caithness Balti House next to the Camps Bar, the best Indian in Wick if you ask us – 01955 602 226
  • If it’s a burger you’re after, we recommended The Alexander Bain (JD Wetherspoons) in the town centre, you can’t knock the food for the price – 01923 477 777
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What trip to Scotland would be complete without experiencing some of our renowned whisky distilleries? The Old Pulteney in Wick is one of the most northerly distilleries on the Scottish mainland. It is a windswept location, where the uncompromising landscape of the Scottish Highlands meets the North Sea.

Visit the distillery shop and visitor centre Monday to Friday from 10am – 4pm to learn more, and contact The Old Pulteney directly to check if tours are available – Pulteney Distillery Visitor Centre, Huddart Street, Wick, Caithness – 01955 602 371. If you would like anymore information about our local area, we’re always happy to help at Riverside Apartments.

Stay in our Riverside Apartments and soak up the rich history and magnificent beauty of Wick and the far north of Scotland.