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About Achfrish

Achfrish is a Highland village in Sutherland, reached via the A836 from Lairg. Most visitors arrive on the scenic 90km route from Inverness through classic Highland terrain. The village sits beside Loch Shin, one of Scotland's largest freshwater lochs and a major hydroelectric reservoir stretching over 17 miles through the countryside.

Where is Achfrish on the map?

Achfrish is in Scotland, at 58.072, -4.435 - about 32 km north of Culrain.

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Weather in Achfrish

Today
Rain17° / 12°C
  • Precip: 4.5 mm
  • Wind: 30 km/h
Tomorrow
Drizzle13° / 8°C
  • Precip: 0.1 mm
  • Wind: 16 km/h

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What is the closest airport to Achfrish?

The closest airport to Achfrish is Inverness Airport, 95 km (about 1 h 19 min by car).

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