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Known for
Ben Nevis (Britain's highest mountain, 1,345 metres), the Jacobite steam train (used as the Hogwarts Express in Harry Potter), the West Highland Way terminus, and the Outdoor Capital of the UK
A little history
Fort William sits at the foot of Ben Nevis — Britain's highest mountain. The town was established as a garrison after the Jacobite risings. The Jacobite steam train running from Fort William to Mallaig crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct — the most photographed railway location in the world since Harry Potter.
The Jacobite steam train is genuinely extraordinary — book well in advance. Ben Nevis for the summit (allow 7-9 hours). The West Highland Way arrives here after 96 miles. The Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge is moving.
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Fort William has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The town centre has strong independent food. Local Highland produce — venison, salmon and seafood — is outstanding.
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Outdoor tourism, Ben Nevis, the Jacobite train and West Highland Way drive Fort William's economy. Independent hospitality is strong. The town is Scotland's outdoor adventure capital.
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Fort William is a place in Highland known for ben Nevis (Britain's highest mountain, 1,345 metres), the Jacobite steam train (used as the Hogwarts Express in Harry Potter), the West Highland Way terminus, and the Outdoor Capital of the UK. Fort William sits at the foot of Ben Nevis — Britain's highest mountain. The population is around 10,000.
Fort William has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The town centre has strong independent food. Local Highland produce — venison, salmon and seafood — is outstanding.
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Roam covers Fort William and the surrounding area in Highland, including Caol, Corpach, Torlundy, Inverlochy, Spean Bridge, Roy Bridge, Glenfinnan and Mallaig.
