{"id":887579,"date":"2026-04-11T20:39:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T20:39:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/887579\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T20:39:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T20:39:41","slug":"scotlands-best-spring-walks-for-foodies-including-highlands-hike-with-sunday-roast-at-end","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/887579\/","title":{"rendered":"Scotland’s best spring walks for foodies including Highlands hike with Sunday roast at end"},"content":{"rendered":"

These hikes all end at restaurants that serve up mouthwatering food and drink.\"dailyrecord\"<\/p>\n

20:03, 11 Apr 2026<\/p>\n

\"Lochardil<\/p>\n

Scotland offers an endless supply of walks that end at restaurants that serve mouthwatering food(Image: Lochardil House)<\/p>\n

Scots all around the country will have hidden away from the harsh winter weather, but now that spring is here it is time to dust off the cobwebs. Here in Scotland, we are lucky to have easy access to an unlimited supply of breathtaking walking and hiking trails.<\/p>\n

Whether you live in the Scottish Borders<\/a> or Highlands and Islands, you will never be too far from a jaw-dropping walking route or beauty spot. However, if you are looking to sit down for a delicious meal at the end of your hike, then it can become a bit more difficult to settle on a trail.<\/p>\n

To help foodies decide where to head for a hike, the Daily Record has compiled a list of hikes<\/a> and beauty spots across Scotland near renowned food and drink venues. From Argyll to the Scottish Highlands and the Inner Hebrides, the walks are dotted around the country.<\/p>\n

Read on for a roundup of five of Scotland\u2019s<\/a> best spring walks for foodies. Let us know your favourite foodie hike in the country in the comments below!<\/p>\n

1. The Pierhouse Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, Argyll\"food<\/p>\n

The Pierhouse(Image: James Anderson\/NorthColour and The Pierhouse)<\/p>\n

The Pierhouse Hotel and Seafood Restaurant is nestled along the shores of Loch Linnhe, and offers gorgeous views of the islands of Lismore and Mull. Local foraging guide Lucy Cooke, known locally as ‘The Wild Cooke’, is offering foodies<\/a> and outdoor lovers a one-of-a-kind guided foraging walk along the shoreline. The \u2018Forage and Feast\u2019 experience on the shores of Loch Linnhe, which is priced at \u00a3120 per person, takes advantage of the low spring tide for an introduction to foraging for seaweeds, coastal plants, seafood, and more. Participants will need welly boots and a pair of scissors for the experience<\/a>. You can end your walk with lunch at The Pierhouse Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, with a specially curated buffet lunch included in the price. Featuring foraged ingredients and local produce created by The Pierhouse Head Chef Michael Leathley, The Pierhouse’s menus feature langoustines, mussels, and lobsters harvested from Loch Linnhe.<\/p>\n

More information can be found on The Pierhouse website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2. The Three Chimneys and The Three Chimneys at Talikser, Isle of Skye\"food<\/p>\n

The Three Chimneys at Talikser(Image: The Three Chimneys at Talikser)<\/p>\n

Tucked away on the shore of Loch Dunvegan is the renowned Three Chimneys and The House Over-By, featuring six guest rooms. Nearby walks include Neist Point and Lighthouse on the most westerly tip of Skye, which offers jaw-dropping views out over the Atlantic Ocean and the Outer Hebrides. Dating back to 1985, The Three Chimneys welcomes visitors and food lovers from across the UK and beyond. The multi-award-winning five-star restaurant has earned three AA rosettes and is included in the Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland, as well as The Good Food Guide. The Three Chimneys and Talisker, which is Skye\u2019s oldest distillery, also host ‘The Three Chimneys at Talisker’ immersive dining experience on the shores of Loch Harport. The experience, which is also included in the Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland, celebrates Skye as a world-class food and travel destination.<\/p>\n

More information can be found on The Three Chimneys website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

3. The Old Bridge Inn, Cairngorms National Park\"The<\/p>\n

The Old Bridge Inn(Image: The Old Bridge Inn)<\/p>\n

The Old Bridge can be found along the banks of the iconic River Spey in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. From the front door, you can head north and wander through woods where you can see a beautiful carpet of bluebells in spring, while you can also pause at the little beaches to spot wildlife in the river. Those looking for a longer and more invigorating stroll can take on the uphill walking route on the Craigellachie Nature Reserve, which offers incredible views over the Cairngorms. The route is located just five minutes from the Old Bridge Inn, which features seven comfortable self-catering rooms and bunkhouse accommodation.<\/p>\n

The Old Bridge Inn offers a seasonal menu shaped by local produce and a selection of cask ales, premium lagers, and malt whiskies. The venue also hosts regular live music and features a bustling atmosphere, making it a popular place to stay at the end of a hike.<\/p>\n

More information can be found on The Old Bridge Inn website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

4. Lochardil House, Inverness\"Lochardil<\/p>\n

Lochardil House(Image: Lochardil House)<\/p>\n

Lochardil House in Inverness has recently launched a new Highland Coast Sunday Roast menu for spring, where the team of chefs serve up a roast each Sunday. The menu celebrates the top local and seasonal produce from across the region and elsewhere in Scotland, showcasing high-quality beef, lamb, and pork.<\/p>\n

The venue sits just 30 minutes on foot along the River Ness from Inverness Castle, which recently reopened to the public after a major \u00a347 million redevelopment. The castle features a scenic rooftop platform, which looks out towards Ben Wyvis and the Highlands.<\/p>\n

More information can be found on the Highland Coast Hotels website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5. Links House at Royal Dornoch, Sutherland\"MARA<\/p>\n

MARA(Image: Links House at Royal Dornoch)<\/p>\n

Hikers can also walk along Dornoch Sands and its miles of golden sand, while its fresh sea air is sure to blow the cobwebs away. Stretching from the rocks at Dornoch Point to the mouth of the Dornoch Firth, the beautiful beach offers the opportunity to spot seals and even sometimes dolphins.<\/p>\n

It is also only a short one-mile walk into the centre of the village of Dornoch, where hikers can head to Links House at Royal Dornoch\u2014the most northernly five-star hotel in Scotland. The hotel is home to fine dining restaurant MARA, which has been awarded two AA rosettes.<\/p>\n

Named after the Gaelic word for ‘sea’, MARA is open to both hotel guests and non-residents. Head chef Theo Creton\u2019s menu showcases seasonal ingredients, with spring highlights including Portmahomack lobster, foraged wild garlic from Golspie, and freshly picked herbs from the hotel\u2019s kitchen garden.<\/p>\n

More information can be found on the Links House at Royal Dornoch website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"These hikes all end at restaurants that serve up mouthwatering food and drink. 20:03, 11 Apr 2026 Scotland…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":887580,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5009],"tags":[748,12232,921,1203,4884,20665,11653,712,16,15,19834],"class_list":{"0":"post-887579","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-scotland","8":"tag-britain","9":"tag-days-out","10":"tag-discover-scotland","11":"tag-food","12":"tag-great-britain","13":"tag-inverness","14":"tag-premium","15":"tag-scotland","16":"tag-uk","17":"tag-united-kingdom","18":"tag-walking-and-climbing"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/116388008838254583","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/887579","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=887579"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/887579\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/887580"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=887579"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=887579"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=887579"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}