Helmsdale Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
human settlement in Highland, Scotland, UK
About Helmsdale
The village was planned and built on a grid pattern in the early 19th century to accommodate those who were being evicted from the valleys above to make way for sheep, the infamous Highland Clearances. There was a brief gold rush along the river in 1869.
Top Attractions in Helmsdale
Explore the best things to see and do in Helmsdale:
- ★Clynelish Distillery
- ★Dunrobin Castle
- ★Timespan
Where to Eat in Helmsdale
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴La Mirage
- 🍴Thyme and Plaice
Where to Stay in Helmsdale
- 🏨Belgrave Arms Hotel
- 🏨Crakaig Loth Campsite
- 🏨Helmsdale Hostel
- 🏨Kindale House
Helmsdale Travel Guide Sections
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