Fort Augustus Abbey School Old Boys War Memorial

A small stone memorial tucked away in Fort Augustus, this is where the school honoured its former pupils who fell during the world wars. You won't spend long here - it's the kind of spot you'd find while wandering the main street rather than planning a dedicated trip - but it's worth a quiet moment if you're staying nearby.

The memorial itself is modest, which somehow makes it more affecting than grander monuments. Fort Augustus is compact enough that most visitors end up passing through the town centre anyway, especially if they're heading to or from the Caledonian Canal. It's the sort of place that rewards a bit of poking around rather than ticking boxes.

If you're camping at Loch Ness Highland Resort - practically on the doorstep - or one of the other parks in the area, you'll likely wander past this while exploring the town's quieter corners. It's free to look at, takes five minutes max, and doesn't require any planning. History enthusiasts and anyone with a military connection might find it more meaningful than families with young kids, though there's nothing here that would upset anyone.

The real draw of the area is the loch itself and the walking routes around it. This memorial is more of a reflective pause in a broader visit rather than a destination in itself. On a grey Highland afternoon - which you'll definitely get - it's a sober, dignified spot to stand for a moment.