Have you ever thought about going on a beer adventure? That’s what The Old Forge Pub promises, dubbed “England’s most remote pub”. Located in the village of Inverness, Scotland, on the Knoydart Peninsula – the heart of the Scottish Highlands – it’s not exactly easy to find.
The old fort can be reached only after a 29 km trek through the hills or a two-day journey by boat. There’s no such thing as a casual stop at an establishment like this—and visitors lose calories before consuming them.
“Totally worth the trip,” said one patron on Tripadvisor, where most reviews point to the festive and friendly atmosphere of the front-of-house staff and the good vibes of people playing bagpipes under the sun in its outdoor area. On Sundays, the music session starts at 6 pm and lasts for four hours.
According to the Old Forge website, the bar specializes in cask ales, historically cask-conditioned beers in England, as well as draft beers, ciders, craft beers, aperitifs and malt whiskeys. The house has its own label, a beer brewed at the nearby Knoydart brewery.
How to get there?
According to Travel and Leisure magazine, hiking through points with uninspiring names like Lake Hell or “Inferno” also presents climatic challenges: At certain times of the year the trail can be difficult because the fog is so strong. See traveler..
There is a second, three-day option in steeper terrain for anyone who finds it too easy to stop for the night on a two-day trek at Barrydale. However, communication is recommended Knoydart Trust Ranger ServiceThe forest watch team of the area can provide assistance in case of accidents or if the tourist gets lost before visiting the place.
Those opting for a ferry can take a wooden ferry between the villages of Mallick and Inverry or Torbet on Loch Nevis. Organization, as it is officially known Knoydart Western Isles Ferry Works around the clock, seven days a week, but has no fixed hours, according to the website A visit to ScotlandMaintained by the tourism authorities of the country.
The journey costs £14 (R$85) or £22 (R$133) for a round trip. Children between 5 and 13 pay half fare and children under 4 pay nothing. Time in the water varies from 25 to 40 minutes.
The pub almost closed its doors in 2022
According to Travel and Leisure, despite having a very loyal customer base, the pub was facing financial difficulties. In March, it was purchased by a group of local residents and is now jointly managed by the community. Most of the village’s 120 residents invested in buying it, the BBC reported at the time.
Since then, it has undergone improvements. Its kitchen is currently closed for renovations, but staff at Old Forge encourage customers to try the stuffed rolls they offer on weekends — the result of a joint venture with another local shop, Knoydart Pottery and Tearoom — or bring in your supply from elsewhere. Companies in the region.
Old Forge is open Monday through Thursday from noon to midnight, Friday and Saturday from noon to 1 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 11:45 p.m. More info On the website.
