Ancestral Tourism Welcome Scheme

Directory of scheme members

When you come to Scotland to visit the home of your ancestors, we want to ensure you have a warm welcome to your ancestral homeland.  VisitScotland, the Scottish Tourism Agency, has developed an ancestral-themed quality assurance scheme for Scottish tourism businesses, from accommodation providers to tour operators specialising in ancestral-themed tours.  All members of our Ancestral Tourism Welcome Scheme have undergone thorough training to ensure they know exactly what you, as a visitor who has come to walk in the footsteps of your ancestors, are looking for.  These organisations will be able to provide you with information on local ancestral research resources and places to visit during your stay in Scotland.

Check out our directory below of current members of the Ancestral Tourism Welcome Scheme.  Membership is constantly growing, so be sure to check back regularly for businesses in Scotland who can help you make your ancestral trip to Scotland just perfect!

Accommodation
Achaneich Self Catering Properties, Spean Bridge, Highlands
Explore the West Highlnads from the comfort of Achaneich, and use the Wi-Fi to search your history.
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Apartment by Royal Mile Self Catering, Edinburgh
Smart, comfortable self catering apartment in historic building.  Central situation near many places of interest.
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Ashdene House B&B, Edinburgh
Outstanding Bed and Breakfast owned by local Scottish family, 1 mile from Edinburgh City Centre.
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The Bothy at Number 7 Self Catering, Isle of Skye
our 5-star self-catering stone cottage has free broadband internet access for researching ancestry.
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Candlemaker Row Self Catering, Edinburgh
Self-catering flat (sleeps 2) in Edinburgh Old Town, near main libraries and Register House.
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Copper Dell B&B, Letham Grange, Angus
A good place to use as a base to find your roots.
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Delgatie Castle, Aberdeenshire
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Duntrune House B&B, Dundee
Superior bed & breakfast accommodation with Scottish hospitality in 1820s Country House near Dundee.
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Gladstone House B&B, Dumfriesshire
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Greenbrae Farmhouse B&B, Aberdeenshire
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Heathpark Lodge B&B, Blairgowrie, Perthshire
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Kirklands House & Garden B&B, Fife
Help with your research whilst you stay in our beautiful country house in West Fife.
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Kirkton Park B&B, Aberdeenshire
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Kirkwood Cottages & Fishings Self Catering, Lockerbie
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Littleton of Airlie Farm Cottages Self Catering, Kirriemuir, Angus
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Muirhouses Farm B&B, Kirriemuir, Angus
Excellent farmhouse accommodation amid the beautiful Angus countryside at the foot of the Angus glens.
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Old Tannery Cottage Self Catering, Dumfriesshire
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Radcliffe Cottage Self Catering, Dumfriesshire
Well-equipped self catering cottage sleeps six - ideal for South West Scotland.  Genealogy help available.
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Sandilands B&B, Fife
Luxury bed & breakfast accommodation in Fife coastal location,  Knowledge of local family history resources.
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Valasay Self Catering Holidays, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides
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West Park, Dundee, Angus
Conference/special event venue also offering accommodation comprising 204 comfortable en-suite bedrooms B&B or DBB.
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Online resources
GreaterSpeyside.com
For more information on accommodation, attractions and events while doing research in Moray and Banffshire.
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Tour operators
Ancestral holidays
Elma McMenemy Blue Badge Guide
Interesting, tailor-made tours by car or coach - ideal for following in your ancestors' footsteps.
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Scottish Ancestral Trail
Vacations for couples and small groups to visit the places important in your family's history.
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Scottish Routes
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Other holidays
Galloway Cycling Holidays
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Visitor attractions
The Baird Institute History Centre & Museum, Ayrshire
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Castle & Gardens of Mey, Caithness, Highlands
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Culloden Battlefield (& visitor centre) - The National Trust for Scotland, nr Inverness
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The Dean Gallery, Edinburgh
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Delgatie Castle, Aberdeenshire
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Dunroving Self Catering, Hawick
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The Grassic Gibbon Centre, Laurencekirk
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Old Bridgehouse Museum, Dumfries
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Scottish Fisheries Museum, Fife
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Shambellie House Museum of Costume, Dumfries
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