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About Lairg

Lairg sits at a key Highland crossroads where the A836 and A838 meet, making it an essential stop for anyone exploring Sutherland. The town serves both long-distance tourists heading to the far north and locals making shorter trips to Bonar Bridge. With approximately 4 EV charging points and stunning moorland scenery, it's perfectly positioned for Highland adventures. Each August, Lairg transforms into Europe's largest one-day livestock market, with thousands of sheep and cattle filling the streets.

Where is Lairg on the map?

Lairg is in Scotland, at 58.024, -4.400 - about 25 km north of Culrain.

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The closest airport to Lairg is Inverness Airport, 88 km (about 1 h 13 min by car).

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