Campbell's of Beauly
Outfitter · Est. 1858
Legendary Highland tweeds and bespoke tailoring trusted by generations — from country gentry to royalty.
Visit Campbell's of Beauly →Welcome to Beauly Village
Discover Beauly — the ‘Beau Lieu’ or beautiful place of Mary Queen of Scots. A historic village near Inverness, known for its 13th-century Priory, artisan high street, and a market square that has gathered the Highlands for eight centuries.
Established 1230 AD
Beauly Priory — founded 1230
800 Years of History
Beauly's foundations were laid by monks who established a monastry here in the 12th century. Today, the ruins of this historic Priory stands as a testament to the village’s enduring spirit and rich history, while our independent shops and artisanal heritage continue to weave new stories into the fabric of the Scottish Highlands.
Mary Queen of Scots is said to have visited Beauly in 1564 and stayed overnight. Indeed the town’s name Beauly is credited to her reaction when she stayed — “C’est un beau lieu” — what a beautiful place.
The history of the village and surrounding area is inextricably linked to a number of the Scottish clans, most notably the Lovat Frasers. Their clan seat was the nearby Beaufort Castle and they have owned much of the land around the village for many centuries.
Some history may be more recent, but is still of interest. The Phipps Institute, our very grand “village hall”, was gifted to Beauly by Mr Phipps who was the partner of Andrew Carnegie’s steel company and regularly rented out Beaufort Castle at the turn of the 20th century.
The High Street
Stroll the Shops
Scroll sideways to wander Beauly's famous high street — each storefront an independent tale of craft, kindness, and Highland character.
Old School Beauly
Lifestyle & HomewareA treasure trove of Scottish lifestyle goods — candles, ceramics, throws and curated gifts.
Visit Old School Beauly →Iain Marr Antiques
Antiques & Fine SilverA treasure-filled Beauly antiques shop renowned for fine silver, jewellery, porcelain and curiosities from across the Highlands and beyond.
Visit Iain Marr Antiques →Harris & Horne
Interior & Bathroom DesignBespoke interior and bathroom design studio crafting exceptional spaces — where ambitious ideas meet beautifully executed Highland craftsmanship.
Visit Harris & Horne →Harry Gow
Bakery & PatisserieBeloved Highland family bakery famous for its dream rings, cakes, morning rolls and traditional Scottish baked goods.
Visit Harry Gow →Munro's Butcher
Family ButcherAward-winning Highland family butcher serving Beauly with top-quality Scottish meat, haggis, sausages, pies and deli favourites.
Visit Munro's →The Highland Hospice
Charity ShopA welcoming local charity shop supporting Highland Hospice — pop in for pre-loved clothing, books, homeware and gifts while helping fund hospice care across the Highlands.
Visit The Highland Hospice →Boots Pharmacy
Pharmacy & HealthYour local Boots pharmacy in Beauly — prescriptions, health advice, beauty and everyday essentials in the heart of the village.
Visit Boots →Morisons Ironmonger
IRONMONGERMorisons Of Beauly is a family-run general store and outdoor outfitter established over 100 years, offering ironmongery, DIY supplies, gardening items, and a wide range of outdoor clothing and equipment.
Google MapsFfordes Camera Shop
Camera & PhotographyA family-run Highland camera shop and one of the UK's leading dealers — buying, selling and servicing new and used cameras, lenses and photographic equipment since 1964.
Visit Ffordes →
Experience
Things to do locally
Tartan Heart Festival
Belladrum's beloved summer music festival just outside Beauly — three days of live music, arts and Highland celebration.
Beauly Shinty Club
Catch a match of Scotland's ancient stick-and-ball game — fast, fierce and proudly Highland.
Black Isle Show
The Highlands' biggest agricultural show — livestock, crafts, food and family fun.
Clan Fraser
Discover the heritage and deep rooted history of the Clan Fraser of Lovat.
Urquhart Castle
Explore the dramatic lochside ruins of one of Scotland's largest castles, perched above the waters of Loch Ness.
Reelig Glen
Wander a magical forest of towering Douglas firs — home to some of Britain's tallest trees, minutes from Beauly.
Culloden Battlefield
Walk the haunting moor where the 1746 Jacobite Rising met its end — a short drive from Beauly.
Blazin' in Beauly
The Blazin' Fiddles Experience — a week-long celebration of fiddle music in Beauly, Fiddle Town of Scotland (19–23 Oct 2026).
Glen Ord Distillery
Tour one of Scotland's oldest distilleries, producing Singleton whisky since 1838 — just minutes from Beauly.
Cawdor Castle
Explore the legendary 14th-century castle and its romantic gardens, woodlands, and hidden treasures — a short drive from Beauly.
Inverness Castle Experience
Discover the spirit of the Highlands in this newly transformed visitor attraction — immersive exhibitions, stunning views, and a café in the heart of Inverness.
Upcoming Events
19–23 Oct 2026
Blazin' in Beauly
The Blazin' Fiddles Experience — a week-long celebration of fiddle music in Beauly, Fiddle Town of Scotland.
5–6 Aug 2026
Black Isle Show
The largest agricultural show in the Highlands — livestock, trade stands, heavy horses, and family fun at Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord.
Summer Months
Beauly Pipe Band
The band marches through the village square at 7:30pm on 11 & 25 June, 9 & 23 July, and 13 & 27 August 2026.
Visit Beauly
Plan your Highland adventure. Whether staying for a week or passing through on the NC500, the 'Beautiful Place' awaits.
Inverness12 miles (20 mins)
Loch Ness15 miles (25 mins)
Glen Affric18 miles (35 mins)
Visitors' Book
Sign the Beauly Guestbook0
Leave a note about your visit — where you came from, when you arrived, and what Beauly meant to you. We'll add you to our village mailing list too.
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Give Back
Donate to the Village
If Beauly has welcomed you well, consider a gift to the Beauly Community Trust (SCIO) — the charity that cares for the Square, runs village projects, and keeps the 'Beau Lieu' thriving for residents and travellers alike.
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About This Site
The Beauly Business Group
This website is run by the Beauly Business Group — a collective of local shops, hotels, restaurants and services working together to champion the village, support one another, and welcome visitors.
Our sincere thanks to the following members for their contributions to keeping Beauly beautiful:
Aird AccountancyAird MotorsCafé BiagiottiCampbells of BeaulyChrialdon HouseCorner on the SquareCroyard Medical PracticeDownright GabblerFfordes PhotographicFraser OpticalHarris & HorneHarry Gow BakerHighland Health VetsIain Marr AntiquesLogic AlarmsLovat EstatesMorisons IronmongerMunro's ButchersThe Priory HotelSimpson BuildersThe Friary Fish & ChipsThistle ToursVanessa's HairdresserYvonne's Hairdressers