‘Dolphin bus’ deal is done to connect places on Black Isle near Inverness

Fortrose and Rosemarkie Community Council has secured a free shuttle bus to run from the Black Isle communities to Chanonry Point in the peak visitor months of July and August.

Community councillor Sarah Atkin said: “Finding solutions to traffic congestion issues at Chanonry Point has become a personal priority for me.

“Better information, promoting alternatives to the car and the introduction of parking charges began to make a difference last season despite the commercial shuttle bus proving unviable.

“So, after much lobbying, we are delighted Highland Council has agreed to our idea of funding a free service for the peak season, paid for from income generated by the parking charges. Aside from supporting the aim of reducing congestion, our hope is that a ‘park, stride and ride’ option will also encourage visitors to stay and spend money in our villages once they’ve seen the dolphins.”

The service will be operated by D & E coaches from 11.30am to 4pm daily every 30 minutes on a loop from Marine Terrace, Rosemarkie – Chanonry Point – Ness Road – Fortrose Station Square/High Street – Rosemarkie Marine Terrace.

A Chanonry Point information leaflet will be available in June.

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