Holborn Head Lighthouse – Masonic Hall Thurso loop from Thurso

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Holborn Head Lighthouse – Masonic Hall Thurso loop from Thurso

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Holborn Head Lighthouse – Masonic Hall Thurso loop from Thurso

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15.6km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 14.9 km for 48 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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60 m

Thurso Millennium Milepost

Highlight • Monument

Inspiration for cycle trips around Thurso can be found on komoot's 'The best road cycling routes around Thurso' webpage: komoot.com/guide/2751287/road-cycling-routes-around-thurso

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8.80 km

Holborn Head Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

Scrabster Lighthouse or Holborn Head Lighthouse was completed in 1862, but is now decommissioned.
The two keeper’s cottages are holiday accommodation.

The walk to Holborn Head is accessed on the …

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12.2 km

Westlea Bed & Breakfast

Highlight • Rest Area

Awesome B&B, great historic building, breakfast made to order, and the nicest hosts you can think of!

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14.5 km

The Masonic Hall in Thurso was built in 1873 and was previously a training ground for the Thurso Company of Artillery Volunteers. It shows its military character in its fortress-like appearance with a tower. The architect was David Smith.
(Caithness.org)

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14.9 km

Thurso Historic Walk Information Panel

Highlight • Historical Site

'This is one of a series of panels located around Thurso with historic Information that you may find of interest.'

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15.3 km

Thurso Library

Highlight • Structure

"Refurbished in 2015, Thurso Library was built in 1862 as the Miller Institute and was later turned into the Thurso Library and Swanson Gallery and stands at the end of …

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15.6 km

End point

Train Station

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