The picturesque fishing village of Ullapool just 11 miles north of Ardindrean is nestled on the shores of Loch Broom and is a vibrant thriving community of around 1,500. The older part of the village is part of Thomas Telford's original design and many of the buildings date back hundreds of years.
Locally there is a great choice of varied walks in the area, mountains, coastal and inland. Three miles north of Ullapool is Rhue lighthouse and at Ardmair Bay is the Isle of Martin belonging to the community. South from Ullapool are attractions such as Leckmelm Gardens and Arboretum, Lael Forest Garden, and Corrieshalloch Gorge and the Falls of Measach.
The village has a wealth of things to see and do, such as Musuem, Leisure Centre with Pool and Tennis courts, Golf club, Cycle hire, Guided walks, Fishing, Boat trips, Art Gallery, many cafes, restaurants and takeaways, and a variety of shops, including Post Office/Grocery shop, Fresh fish shop, Deli and a Supermarket.
- www.ullapoolbikehire.co.uk Ullapool bike hire, located in hut at the pier
- www.jamescurley.org fly fishing based in Elphin
- www.mckenziemountaineering.com guided or tailor made walks
- www.hamletmountaineering.com Hill walking, rock climbing, canoeing, sea kayaking
- www.nnr.scot Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve, Nr. Elphin
- www.clht.org.uk Clachan Lochbroom Heritage Trust responsible for the historic Clachan Church, community owned since 2018. Clachan at the head Loch Broom, 9 south miles of Ullapool and 2 miles from Ardindrean
- www.summerislesseakayaking.com Sea Kayaking based in Ullapool at the pier
- www.kayaksummerisles.com kayak or canoe, based in Ullapool
- www.ullapoolcharters.com sea adventures on The Patricia – sea fishing/wildlife trips/bespoke itineraries to suit your needs, based in Ullapool
- www.theceilidhplace.com Hotel, café, bar, restaurant, bookshop & music venue based in Ullapool
- www.ceard.co.uk Ceàrd sells the best of Scottish Contemporary Crafts and represents over 60 artists and makers who live in Scotland. 90% of the work offered is made in Ullapool, Ross-Shire, Inverness or Sutherland
- www.islemartin.org situated at the mouth of Loch Broom, ferry from Ardmair
- www.ullapoolgolfclub.co.uk A 9 hole (18 tees) course situated on the edge of Loch Broom
- www.walkhighlands.co.uk/ullapool The comprehensive free guide to accommodation and walks in Ullapool
- www.ullapool.com Shopping, accommodation, activities, pubs and restaurants, local interest
- www.ullapoolmuseum.co.uk Visit Ullapool's past and learn about the social history of Lochbroom through displays on crofting, fishing, the “klondykers”, the ship Hector, Melville pistols, bi-centenary quilt and more
- www.antallasolais.org Art Gallery, located in the centre of the village
- www.bridgehouseart.co.uk Drawing, Painting & Fine Art Courses
- www.wildtiles.co.uk - Craft Courses in Bookmaking, Textiles & Mosaic, Creative Writing
- www.macphailcentre.com Theatre, Exhibitions, Dance, Music and Learning venue
- www.summerisles-seatours.co.uk Visit the Summer Isles on the Isabella's Sea Tour based at Badentarbert Pier, Achiltibuie
- www.sea-scape.co.uk Powerboat trips, all weather clothes provided, based in Ullapool
- www.summerqueen.co.uk Shearwater cruises operate out of Ullapool, boat trips sail Lochbroom, Annat Bay and through the Summer Isles
- www.theceilidhplace.com Café, bar, restaurant, bookshop & music venue based in Ullapool
- www.ullapoolguitarfestival.com Ullapool 3 day guitar festival in October each year
- www.ullapoolbookfestival.co.uk Ullapool 3 day book festival in May each year
Clachan Lochbroom Heritage Trust is responsible for the historic Clachan church and community owned since 2018. Clachan church stands on the shore of Loch Broom and is just a couple of milesfrom Duncan's Barn.