LINKS

http://ben-nevis.com/visitor-center/visitor-center.php

An excellent link for information on the Ben as well as safety tips for those wishing to climb it.

http://www.nevisrange.co.uk/gondola-info.asp

The gondola gives excellent views and takes you to a good vantage point from which to take in the grandeur or carry further on up the mountain.

https://www.smidgeup.com/midge-forecast/

One of very downsides to spending time in the fabulous Highlands. Contains helpful info on how to protect yourself and how much of the issue the little blighters are likely to be, day to day. Good luck everyone.... :)

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast/map/gfh7n5qpt#?map=SignificantWeather&zoom=8&lon=-5.00&lat=56.80&fcTime=1493154000

The ever reliable Met Office with very specific weather forecasts for those looking to climb to the summit of the Ben.

https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/fortwilliam/

A really fantastic website for walkers in all parts of Scotland. This link is for the Fort William area specifically but lots of info for further afield.

http://www.crannog.net/restaurant/our-restaurant/

http://www.grogandgruel.co.uk/

http://www.ben-nevis-inn.co.uk/?page_id=142

Three really superb places to eat. They being the Crannog Seafood Restaurant and the Achintree Inn.

http://delicraft.co.uk/

A really fantastic local shop selling local produce, craft beers, beautiful venison, wonderful sandwiches etc. Plenty to sustain you on your walk up the Ben

http://www.nessieland.co.uk/

For something a little further afield and a great visit for the ankle-biters. All things on the fabled beast.

https://www.cruiselochness.com/

A good site for those wishing to explore the giant loch on water. Get the binoculars ready...

http://www.westcoastrailways.co.uk/jacobite/jacobite-steam-train-details.cfm

The wonderful steam train as made famous by one of Scotland's greatest exports. Beautiful scenery at a gentle pace in a classic locomotive. An exceptionally popular attraction so book early and enjoy the experience.

https://theadventurepeople.com/tour/great-glen-way-8-days/157%7C5932%7CWGL

This company specialise in helping holidaymakers enjoy holidays that are a little out of the ordinary. This link is specifically for an eight-day trek north up the stunning Great Glen Way. If this is something from your bucket list then why not get in touch with them. They make it clear that guests up to the age of 99 are welcome although, if you have already received your telegram from the Queen, I am sure they would still welcome a call from you...

https://www.thetrainline.com/

Trainline are an the best way of planning your Highland trip when planning to let the train do all the work. Whether for just the odd day out, watching the glorious highlands trundle past your window or whether you are planning to work your entire holiday around the rail network; Trainline are the easiest source of information.