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Known for
The birthplace of Macbeth (the historical King, not Shakespeare's character), the county town of Ross-shire, the Cromarty Firth, and a Highland market town at the heart of Easter Ross
A little history
The historical Macbeth — King of Scotland from 1040 to 1057 — is believed to have been born in Dingwall. The town was one of the most important burghs in the medieval Highlands. The Cromarty Firth beside the town is home to significant North Sea oil industry infrastructure.
The town museum tells the Macbeth connection story. The Cromarty Firth for the extraordinary sight of oil rigs being repaired. The Maryburgh area for Black Isle walking. The Ross County FC ground for Scottish football.
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The town has independent cafes and local food. The Easter Ross area has good food. Inverness is 15 miles for wider choice.
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Frequently asked questions
Dingwall is a place in Highland known for the birthplace of Macbeth (the historical King, not Shakespeare's character), the county town of Ross-shire, the Cromarty Firth, and a Highland market town at the heart of Easter Ross. The historical Macbeth — King of Scotland from 1040 to 1057 — is believed to have been born in Dingwall. The population is around 5,500.
The town has independent cafes and local food. The Easter Ross area has good food. Inverness is 15 miles for wider choice.
Yes. Roam is a free local discovery app live in Dingwall and across Highland. It is available on iOS and Android.
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Roam covers Dingwall and the surrounding area in Highland, including Strathpeffer, Conon Bridge, Muir of Ord, Beauly, Evanton, Alness, Invergordon and Fortrose.
