Tarbat Discovery Centre
Tarbatness Road, Portmahomack
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About Tarbat Discovery Centre
Explore fascinating archaeological finds and local heritage at this compact museum in coastal Portmahomack, with refreshments served on-site for hungry visitors.
What's nearby
- Portmahomack Caravan Site 200m away
- Tarbat Old Primary School 400m away
- Portmahomack Golf Club 450m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
A hidden gem. Very interesting museum set in an old church with a fascinating history about illuminated manuscript making and a link to the book of Kells. The gentleman in charge was very helpful and gave us directions to other local pictish standing stones.
· via Google
Excellent museum exhibits of Pictish history. Displays of carved stones and an informative video of local history in the small cinema room. The Tarbat Discovery Centre is a museum and local heritage site located in the village of Portmahomack on the Tarbat Peninsula, near Tain. It is built within the ancient Parish Church of St Colman and serves as a major hub for exploring Scotland's Pictish and early Christian history.
· via Google
Really well documented history centre. Interesting for families with kids as well. We were lucky to meet mr. McRae at the ticket box who is a real storyteller on every question we had!
· via Google
A fascinating museum with much information about the Picts and several Pictish stones. Very helpful and knowledgeable volunteers who want you to make the most of your visit.
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers fascinating exhibits on Pictish and early Christian history, including carved stones and an informative video. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, who are excellent storytellers and provide helpful guidance. Others mention it's a hidden gem with well-documented history, suitable for families.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Tarbatness Road, Portmahomack, Tain, IV20 1YA Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (303 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 9+
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Tain