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Unique visitors' attraction
opens in Caithness
For people who enjoy art and bird-watching, Caithness now has a unique
venue which manages to combine both interests in one beautiful setting.
 Visitors can now see a range of original works and
high quality prints by local wildlife and landscape artist Julian Smith at
his exhibition on the north shores of St. John's Loch. Following the
highly successful 'Artsmith' show in May 2004 the gallery space is now
open at selected times from July to September. Visitors can also arrange
to view by appointment (details below).
 Whatever the weather visitors can then take advantage
of the newly reopened John Corbett Memorial Hide, just 200 metres from the
exhibition. The hide overlooks St. John's Pool and offers possibly the
best birdwatching facility in Caithness. With nearly 200 species having
been recorded at the site and superb views of breeding birds, there's
hardly a dull moment from spring to autumn. Even in winter there are often
impressive numbers of wildfowl on both the pool and the adjacent St.
John's Loch. For the avid rarity chaser St. John's has an enviable list of
species for such an under-watched part of Britain so come along, you just
never know what you might find.
 Artsmith Summer Exhibition open
Tuesdays and Thursdays 2-4pm and 7-9pm; Sundays 2-4pm from July to
September. Or visit
www.artsmith-caithness.co.uk
Tel 01847 851 283
The John
Corbett Memorial Hide at St. John's Pool is open all year round but please
follow notices. Entry is FREE.
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