When the weather is not as one would hope there is always shopping.  A trip the Highland Stoneware in either Lochinver or Ullapool is a must. Visitors are welcome to watch the people at work in the potteries to see the full range of making and decorating process that go in making their highly collectable pieces.



Another wonderful place to spend an hour or more is Achins Bookshop in Inverkirkaig, just outside Lochinver. They have a vast collection of local books, cards and paintings by local artist. They also have a cosy café that serves lovely soup, sandwiches and snacks. Contact details are : +44 (0)157-1844262.
http://www.scotbooks.freeuk.com/page2.html

For wonderful country clothing, a trip to The Sutherland Sporting Company is well worth the time. Fine tailors of Scottish sporting tweeds and cashmere.

The Falls of Shin Visitors Centre, also known as the Harrods of the North, is stocked with all manner of luxury goods from Harrods, local quality crafts and fresh local fare. There is also an excellent restaurant offering home made food and snacks. "The Falls" themselves are the only natural salmon leap in Britain and are well worth visiting.