"As far north as you can get" Mey by Rusket

Mey Travel Guide: 4 reviews and 34 photos

We had decided to drive as far north as we could on mainland Scotland, and headed towards John O'Groats. But while I was driving, June studied the map, and found this little place called Dunnet Head that seemed to be further north? We decided to investigate. Since we were on an inland route, Dunnet Head was almost on our way, and yes, it IS further north!

Who cut the top of that rock?

It was getting late as we drove along the coast towards John O'Groats admiring the fantastic landscape.

Castle Arms Hotel, Mey

So, when we found this cozy looking hotel in Mey, half way between the two most northern points, we decided to spend the night there.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Centrally located between mainland UK's two most northern points :-)

Last visit to Mey: Sep 2006
Intro Updated Dec 1, 2006
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Reviews (4)

John O'Groats Things to Do (3)

The place we learned in school is the most norterly on mainland Great Briatain. Well, maybe if they think of inhabitated... more travel advice

Dunnet Head Things to Do (3)

The really most northern place on mainland Great Britain. Actually, the whole peninsula is called Dunnet Head, while the... more travel advice

Queen Mother's summer home Things to Do (3)

The proprietor of Castle Arms Hotel told us the story about the Queen Mother, who after beeing widowed, bought the... more travel advice

Backpackermoos pays the bill, Castle Arms - Mey

Almost royal Hotels (1)

After almost blowing off Dunnet Head, we headed towards John O'Groats. It was getting late, and we decided to look for a... more travel advice

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iaint Aug 31, 2007 at 1:01 PM

i've been to Caithness a few times; your pages brought back memories; thanks
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poons Feb 4, 2007 at 8:52 AM

ahaaa found it :o) He was a funny old bat that guy that ran the Castle Arms!
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LanaFromRiga Dec 14, 2006 at 10:26 PM

Looks very northern and very windy. The best place for travellers not for tourists.
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gilabrand Nov 26, 2006 at 10:21 PM

Hmmm. That sign looks a lot like a gravestone.