TWO spots in Scotland have been named among the "loveliest" for an autumn holiday in the UK by a prestigious travel magazine.
Introducing the list, which featured places like Hampshire and Canterbury, Conde Nast Traveller said: "There is something liberating about an autumn holiday in the UK; no anxiety-ridden forecast checking, no crowded airports, no passport admin to contend with. An autumn break here means you have signed up for drizzle, fires and thick roll-neck jumpers.
"A trip that is equal parts exploring the changing seasons outdoors as well as cosying up indoors. Walks to blow away the cobwebs and take in the autumnal leaves are a favourite pastime, while Sunday roasts are an absolute must.
"To embrace the season, these are our editor's picks for the best places to go in Autumn in the UK, from the Scottish Highlands to charming seaside towns."
The Scottish spots named among the 'loveliest' places for an autumn holiday in the UK
The North Coast 500 in the Highlands of Scotland and the Isle of Skye were named among the "loveliest" places to go on an autumn holiday by Conde Nast Traveller.
Discussing the NC500, the travel magazine said: "You’d be forgiven for plotting your way around the North Coast 500 – a 516-mile route around the north coast of Scotland that starts and ends at Inverness Castle – according to foodie pitstops.
"Pies from the Lochinver Larder (poached salmon or venison and cranberry are our favourites) need to be boxed up and eaten on the white sand of Achmelvich beach three miles away."
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Moving onto the Isle of Skye, the title added: "Make a beeline for the Hebrides to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights as the nights get longer. On the Isle of Skye, your best chance is from the Trotternish Peninsula at the island’s most northerly tip.
"By day, don walking boots to hunt for shells on some of Scotland's best beaches; Torrin is a favourite, where the only crowds are likely to be cattle.
"In the old fishing village of Stein is the Loch Bay Restaurant, where chef Michael Smith has devised simple set menus and you can kickstart dinner with a cockle, mussel and squid broth."
The magazine added: "The nine-course tasting menu at The Three Chimneys on the shore of Loch Dunvegan, which might include roasted scallops with seaweed, lives up to the hype."
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