Auld St Peter's Kirk Ruins – Thurso Beach loop from Thurso

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Auld St Peter's Kirk Ruins – Thurso Beach loop from Thurso

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Auld St Peter's Kirk Ruins – Thurso Beach loop from Thurso

02:45

10.6km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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3.07 km

Thurso Library

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"Refurbished in 2015, Thurso Library was built in 1862 as the Miller Institute and was later turned into the Thurso Library and Swanson Gallery and stands at the end of …

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4.03 km

Auld St Peter's Kirk Ruins

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Auld St Peter's Kirk is a ruined parish church that dates to around 1125. At one time in its history, it was also used as a court-house and a prison.

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4.23 km

Old St Peter's Church and Thurso Castle Ruins

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4.66 km

North Coast Visitor Centre

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In the North coast Visitor center you can find tourist information about the north coast of Scotland.

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4.96 km

Dr. John Grant Smith Memorial Fountain

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Dr. John Grant Smith was born in Lochside, Halkirk, but did not follow in his father's footsteps. He chose to become a doctor. He studied in Edinburgh and practiced medicine …

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5.22 km

Thurso Beach

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The River Thurso, which flows into the sea at one side of the beach, is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and the beach is popular with fossil hunters. This …

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5.51 km

Victoria Walk Toposcope

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Orientation table and viewpoint on the Victoria Walk in Thurso. Posted by the Rotary Club of Thurso. To be able to see the indicated destinations, the weather must be very clear!

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5.67 km