When it comes to booking a holiday to the Highlands, there really is no better time than in the summer. Not only is this when your kids are off on their holidays, making it easier to bring them, but the Highlands is also a great destination for a … Read more…

Relive your favourite spotting game and keep a look out for Mackays (and our umbrellas!) as we travel Caithness to show you our favourite places. With the limited sun shine in our beloved home country,  there still are endless opportunities to enjoy the rare warm weather. It can … Read more…

Who doesn’t love the idea of exploring a cave? The answer is, not many people. That is why Smoo Cave in Sutherland, is one of the most popular tourist spots in the area. This sea cave can be found just a mile east of Durness and is one … Read more…

Follow the white rabbit and join us at Ebenezer Place for an afternoon of delectable bites. Mackays invites you to indulge in one of our redesigned Afternoon Tea packages. Enjoy as we infuse the finest local produce with your traditional British favourites. Relax with friends and journey a … Read more…

If you are heading to Thurso and Caithness, then chances are that you will want to make sure that you have plenty to do during your time there. Luckily, here at Mackays, we know the local area, and this means that we can help to make sure that … Read more…

  At Mackays tradition and family exist as the core of our being. However, despite tradition – change is always guaranteed and in this case warmly received! Mackays are excited to welcome new team members to our family. With team additions spread across our departments, you are sure … Read more…

If you know your geography, then you will know that Scotland is the most northerly point in the UK. What you might not know, is here in Caithness, we have the most northerly point of the most northerly country, mainland at least. Dunnet Head. People often think that … Read more…

  Have you ever fancied throwing it like Tom Cruise, or stirring yourself a martini that James Bond himself couldn’t resist? Your wish is our command. Here at Mackays we are excited to introduce you to our new event; Mackays Cocktail Masterclasses. That’s right ladies and gentlemen! Our … Read more…