Leafy Highland village with evocative priory ruins, a tranquil counterpoint to nearby Jacobite sites.

Beauly is a graceful Highland village west of Inverness, known for its tree-lined square and atmospheric ruins of Beauly Priory. Its name, from the French ‘beau lieu’ or ‘beautiful place’, reflects the impression left on medieval visitors. In the Outlander universe, the area forms part of a classic day trip linking Inverness, Loch Ness and Jacobite landmarks. Stroll among the priory’s weathered stone arches and carved tombs, then explore small independent shops and cafés clustered around the village centre. Beauly provides a gentler counterpoint to nearby battlefields and rugged glens, offering a sense of everyday Highland life within an historic setting.