Tain – Dornoch – Golspie – Brora

Returning Gondola Transport to the Highlands

The Royal Dornoch Gondola Company is bringing aerial gondola transportation to the Scottish Highlands, connecting Tain to Brora with scenic, reliable transit through the heart of Sutherland.

Why cable transit

A pleasant alternative to the A9


With increased visitors and automobile traffic, the gondola combines cutting-edge transportation with breathtaking scenery.

99.3–99.9%

Exceptional reliability

Urban Cable Propelled Transit achieves this through strict preventative maintenance guidelines and advanced monitoring systems.

100 kph

Highland weather ready

Advanced Tdg/3s systems operate safely at wind speeds greater than 100 kph, perfectly suited to Scotland's dynamic conditions.

11 stations

Community focused

Reducing traffic congestion for Dornoch residents and the growing Highland tourist population.

2026

Project Updates


Construction

Construction Progress

Significant progress on infrastructure development. Our grease pit facilities are nearing completion as we prepare for the next phase of construction.

Traffic Study Results

Independent of Transport Scotland, our testing phase aims for completion by early next year, with system implementation planned in advance of the 2029 tourist season.

Highland Council Partnership

Working closely with The Highland Council, we're conducting a comprehensive land use and transport options appraisal to support planned growth of gondola transport in Sutherland.

“Twenty million pounds for the wires — and still no station.”
McMichael MacYakobssen — Chief Financial Auditor, SFO
Dornoch Gondola construction progress at the historic club house
Live construction site
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Scotland's most ambitious transportation initiative


Our Leadership Team

Meet the experienced professionals guiding The Royal Dornoch Gondola Company from conception to completion throughout the Scottish Highlands.

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Highland Heritage

Discover the rich history of gondola transportation throughout the Scottish Highlands and our commitment to reviving this noble tradition.

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Questions about the project?

Comments and inquiries welcome via our dedicated Highland telephone lines.

Project Hotline
+44 1862 733 222
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