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The idyllic Highlands fishing village home to ‘the best fish and chips ever’

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May 17, 2024

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The idyllic Highlands fishing village home to ‘the best fish and chips ever’

We are officially halfway through May, and summer is at last on the horizon.

With much of Scotland enjoying warmer temperatures and sunnier skies in recent weeks, it feels like the perfect opportunity to start thinking about staycation destinations. While there is an endless list of scenic spots across the country to spend a day or two, nothing can compare to a trip to the coast.

Even then, there are so many picturesque fishing villages and towns all over Scotland that it can be difficult to decide where to head. If you are stuck for inspiration, the Daily Record has chosen the gorgeous destination of Mallaig as our latest Town of the Week.

Located along the northwest coast of the country, Mallaig is situated at the end of the ‘Road to the Isles’. While it is a common stopping point for those travelling to Skye, the town is well worth a visit all on its own.

The ferry port features a wide array of independent shops that sell everything from home-made trinkets to tasty cakes. There are also some incredible restaurants around town, including one that serves up the “best fish and chips ever” according to one visitor.

Meanwhile, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to scenic walks in the area. Standouts include the idyllic Silver Sands of Morar beaches and the jaw-dropping Loch Morar.

Read on for some photographs that will convince you Mallaig is perfect for a day trip or holiday as we enter the summer months. Meanwhile, check out a few of our previous towns and villages of the week below:

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When first arriving in the bustling town, you should spend some time just walking around and taking in the atmosphere of an authentic working fishing port. There are also plenty of charming independent shops and cafés dotted around that you can peek into.

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If you’re lucky enough to head to Mallaig on a sunny day, there are plenty of scenic spots dotted around town that offer incredible views out over Mallaig Harbour. If you want to make the most if it, you can even enjoy a picnic as you watch the colourful boats bobbing up and down on the water.

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There are a wealth of picturesque walking and hiking trails around Mallaig to venture out on, but if the sun is shining then a trip to the Silver Sands of Morar is an absolute must. Just a few miles out of town, the spectacular series of beaches are home to white sands, aqua blue waters, and far-reaching views out towards the islands of Rum, Eigg, Muck, and Canna.

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Another highlight of the area is the breathtaking Loch Morar, which is the deepest freshwater body in the British Isles. Walking around the edge of the loch, there is no shortage of scenic spots to stop and take some incredible photos.

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Finally, after a day exploring Mallaig and the gorgeous surrounding area, you will definitely have worked up quite the appetite. Luckily, the town is home to the “best fish and chips ever” — at least according to one visitor to The Cabin Restaurant and Take Away. On Tripadvisor, where the restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of five based on 598 reviews, other customers have called it “wonderful” and “incredible”.

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