Nairn Sports Centre

The sports centre in Nairn itself isn't a destination you'll linger over for hours, but if you're staying at Barrow Campsite or anywhere else in the town and the Scottish weather turns, it's a solid backup plan. The facility handles the usual indoor sports - badminton, squash, swimming - plus a decent gym setup. On a rainy afternoon when the kids have had enough of coastal walks, you could do worse than an hour in the pool here.

It's fundamentally a local community venue rather than a tourist attraction proper. The kind of place you'd pop into if you're based nearby and need to burn off some energy indoors. Worth knowing about if you're planning a longer stay in Nairn itself - the town sits right on the Moray coast and makes a good base for exploring the wider Highlands. The centre is close enough to the seafront that you could easily combine a morning at the beach with an afternoon swim here if the weather forces your hand.

Best suited to families with younger kids who need structured activity, or if you're a keen swimmer wanting to maintain your routine while on holiday. Solo travellers and walking enthusiasts will find more compelling reasons to be outdoors. Ring ahead to check current opening hours and what's actually available - details can shift seasonally.