Dingwall MOD Sculpture

The MOD Sculpture sits on a hillside overlooking Dingwall, a striking modern piece that catches you off guard in the Highland landscape. It's part of a nature reserve, so you're not just here for the art - there's proper walking to be done through moorland and woodland, with views across the Black Isle and towards Ben Wyvis on a clear day.

This is mainly for people who enjoy a walk with a bit of cultural interest thrown in. Families with young kids might find it underwhelming unless they're keen on hiking - it's not a quick stop. History enthusiasts will want to know what the sculpture commemorates before they visit, though the piece itself is worth seeing regardless.

Allow an hour or so if you're doing a gentle circuit, longer if you explore further into the reserve. There's something satisfying about finding art in wild landscape rather than in a gallery. The walk isn't strenuous but it's real terrain, so decent boots help.

If you're based at Dingwall Camping and Caravanning Club Site - barely half a mile away - this is an obvious morning outing before heading elsewhere. Highland Heights Luxury Glamping, four miles out, gives you more comfort if you're planning a longer stay in the area. The sculpture works as part of a broader exploration of the Highlands rather than a destination in itself, but on a decent day it's worth the detour.