TRANSPORTATION
The car park at the front of the building belongs to the neighbouring apartments, however there are often many spaces available. Claggan Road, just round to the right-hand side of the apartments has large parking bays where you can also park your car for free during your visit.
There is car parking in the town centre and close to the train station at reasonable cost. Any free carparking is probably restricted to a couple of hours and a purchase from Morrison’s. Please find below a link to car parking in town:
www.visitfortwilliam.co.uk https://visitfortwilliam.co.uk/travel-info/fort-william-parking-cars-coaches-and-heavy-goods-vehicles
Map of charging points for electric car drivers in UK: Zap-Map (zap-map.com)
HI-BIKE FORT WILLIAM - Exciting new electric bike share/hire scheme with bike stations around Fort William and surrounding villages. Starting April 2022.
Visit https://lochaberenviro.org.uk/what-we-do/fort-william-electric-bike-hire-scheme/
TAXIS
SPEEDERS CABS – 01397 704000 LOCHABER TAXIS – 01397 706070 GREYHOUND TAXIS – 01397 705050
Please phone taxi company to enquire for journey costs.
BUSES
The bus terminal is next to the train station, under a mile from the apartments in the town centre. There are buses which pass in front of the apartments taking you to Inverness, Mallaig, Nevis Range…There is a bus stop on the opposite side of the road to the apartments in front of the Nevis Bank Inn. I will try to keep the updated bus timetables available in the rooms and on the website. Please also check www.shielbuses.co.uk
TRAINS
The train station is less than a mile’s walk into town. Many of our guests visit Fort William to experience the Jacobite Train journey to Mallaig, passing over the Glenfinnan Viaduct (shown above) made famous from the Harry Potter films, however these tickets usually need to be booked well in advance. There are often tickets available first thing in the morning if you are first in line at the ticket office. If you don’t manage this, there are normal Scotrail trains at a lower cost which follow the same beautiful breath-taking journey. Just enquire at the ticket office.
Restauarants
Glenlochy Apartments are very fortunate to have several fantastic restaurants close by to suit all tastes and to allow you to sample some delicious Scottish food.
Ben Nevis Inn – Achintee Road, Fort William, PH33 6TE
Situated at the foot of Ben Nevis. This is the place for great food, real ale and live music. A very casual atmosphere, usually full of walkers and climbers. Food is reasonably priced, and service is very friendly. Fantastic outdoor area on a sunny day. Dogs are welcome when sitting outside the restaurant.
Tel: 01397 701227www.ben-nevis-inn.co.uk
The Tavern – 72 High Street, Fort William, PH33 6AD
On the pedestrianised high street, the Tavern offers a warm welcome with huge, delicious portions of quality Gastropub style food.Certain nights offer 2 meals for the price of one, so this works out very reasonable.
Tel: 01397 703600www.thetavernrestaurant.co.uk
Crannog Restaurant – Town Pier, Fort William, Fort William, PH33 6DB
Ask for a window seat while enjoying one of the sea-food delights in this highly recommended restaurant.Tends to be a bit fancier than the previous 2 recommendations and a bit more expensive, however some guests have visited this restaurant 3 nights in a row.Maybe a special occasion?
Tel: 01397 705589www.crannog.net
Garrison West – 4 Cameron Square, Fort William, PH33 6AJ
Sister restaurant to the Crannog above with delicious fish and meat dishes, like traditional steak pie.
Tel: 01397 701873website: www.garrisonwest.co.uk
Browns Restaurant – Belford Road, Fort William, PH33 6BY
Highly recommended and just a minute’s walk from the apartments at the Nevis Bank Inn.Warm and cosy atmosphere, good food and very handy.
Tel: 01397 705721www.nevisbankinn.co.uk
Spice Tandoori – 141 High Street, Fort William, PH33 6EA
Busy, vibrant restaurant with delicious food.Had to wait a while but still really enjoyed my meal here.
Tel: 01397 705192www.spice-tandoori.com
Dog friendly places include: The Grog and Gruel (High Street), The Ben Nevis (High Street), The Lime Tree ( town centre) and The Lochy (Caol- next village)
Please phone in advance however to confirm that your four-legged friend will be welcome and rules haven’t changed.
Takeaways/ Deliveries
Awkward Eater Takeaway – Caol shopping centre
www.theawkwardeater.co.uktel : 01397 706030
Macari’s Fish and Chip Shop – 90 High Street, Fort William
Check out on facebooktel: 01397 703333
Spice Tandoori – 141 High Street, Fort William
www.spice-tandoori.comtel: 01397 705192
McDonald’s – Next to Morrison’s and FW train station
Sit in / drive thru
The Moorings Café – Seanivan, Banavie, Fort William, PH33 7LY
Part of the classic waterfront Moorings Hotel, just 3 miles outside Fort William at the foot of staircase.
Costa Coffee – North Road, Fort William, PH33 6TQ Just out the carpark and along to your right a few hundred metres.
The Highland Soap Company Visitor Centre and Larder Cafe - North Road, Fort William PH33 6TQ Just a mile to the right of apartments
This visitor centre and cafe is dog friendly and you can also sample the beautiful products of the Highland Soap Company.
There are many other coffee shops up on the High Street