Inveraray

Place in Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Coordinates:56.231, -5.077
OS grid ref:NN 09 08
Population:570
Dialling code: 01499
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Inveraray sits on the western shore at the head of Loch Fyne in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, and feels very much like the gateway to the western Highlands. The compact, whitewashed village is tucked among wooded hills and shoreline, offering dramatic views over the loch and easy access to nearby woods and rugged coastal scenery such as Argyll Forest Park.

Despite its small size, Inveraray has a big historic and cultural presence: it grew as an 18th‑century planned village connected with the Dukes of Argyll and the Campbells, and is dominated by Inveraray Castle. Visitors are drawn by the castle and local museums such as Inveraray Jail, whisky and seafood - Loch Fyne oysters remain a local speciality - and the town’s economy is centred on tourism, fishing and heritage, with a close-knit community and regular local events that keep the village lively through the year.

Postcode districts covering Inveraray

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Example postcodes in Inveraray

PA32 8TX, PA32 8UT, PA32 8UN, PA32 8UJ, PA32 8XB, PA32 8UH, PA32 8UY, PA32 8UG, PA32 8UA … See all

Transport links

  • Glasgow International Airport 35.1 miles56.5 km
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport 53.3 miles85.8 km
  • Falls of Cruachan Railway Station 11.4 miles18.3 km
  • Loch Awe 11.9 miles19.2 km

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Schools in Inveraray

  • Inveraray Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Ardkinglas House Estate 5 miles8.1 km
  • Castle Lachlan Estate 9.2 miles14.8 km
  • Ardanaiseig Estate 9.4 miles15.1 km
  • Tervin Estate 10.7 miles17.2 km
  • Minard Castle Estate 12.2 miles19.6 km
  • Finnart Estate 12.2 miles19.7 km
  • Stuckgown House Estate 14.8 miles23.9 km
  • Inverawe House Estate 15 miles24.1 km
  • Kilmelford Yacht Haven Harbour 16.1 miles25.9 km
  • Melfort House Estate 16.1 miles25.9 km
  • Barbreck House Estate 16.6 miles26.7 km
  • Ormidale Estate 17.7 miles28.5 km