In 2010 it is even more appropriate to promote Dunnet Head as it is the International Year of Biodiversity. Dunnet Head is a rich source of biodiversity with its wealth of birdlife and wildlife, its peat bog, and folds of Highland cattle. The Head has been designated as a “Special Place” by SNH and the scope of the SSSI has recently been widened to include the area around Brough Castle.
Ten reasons to visit Dunnet Head
18th September 2010 - Doors Open Day at the History Archive, Brough village, at the base of Dunnet Head. Come and visit and see the plans of the WWII installations on Dunnet Head and Burifa, display of photographs and letters from WWII and much more. New information available from Edinburgh University. Guided walk on Dunnet Head / Burifa Hill - donations welcome. Includes a walk to Brough Bay to see seals and a viewing of some old photos of Brough Bay. Open 11am-5pm.
4th October 2010 - Highland Environmental Network event - Leading Environmental Projects. The Highland Environmental Network (HEN) is a voluntary member organisation promoting environmental education in the Highlands. The organisations currently represented on the Management Group are Highland Council, British Trust for Conservation Volunteers Scotland, Aigas Field Centre, Glachbeg Croft Education Centre, and Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) and other interested parties (individuals and groups). Venue: Dunnet Head Educational Trust Headquarters, Brough, Thurso, Caithness. Book your course by downloading our brochure.
2 - 17 October 2010 - Highland Archaeology Fortnight. Another opportunity to view the History Archive at Brough and try out the new heritage path. Entry: £5.
9 October 2010 - Walk and talk at Dunnet Head led by a Travelling Scholar
Rethinking the Picts: The Voice of Ancient Science.
Start: 14:00 from centre at Brough village. Now FREE!
Booking recommended. Tel: 01847 851774. Email: Dunnet Head Educational Trust