Tomich (Scottish Gaelic: Tomaich) is a Victorian model conservation village situated in the Scottish Highlands at the western end of Strathglass, approximately 30 miles from Inverness.
The Conservation Village of Tomich consists of privately owned properties that were originally created to serve Guisachan House, which is now derelict but under stabilization. Much of the history and rare flora and fauna of the area remains and is very much enjoyed still today.
Because of its inspiring scenery and history, the area is used for worldwide recognised events. These include worldwide Retriever gatherings, World Orienteering Championships and others.
The golden retriever was first bred in Guisachan, an historic settlement adjacent to the village of Tomich, near the now ruinous mansion by Dudley Marjoribanks, 1st Baron Tweedmouth.[1][2] A statue to commemorate the breed's founding was erected in August 2014 by Friends of Guisachan,[3] a US-based organisation of golden retriever lovers. [4]
Its current picturesque beauty means that Tomich and the surrounding area is now a very popular holiday destination being located in what is considered to be one of the most beautiful parts of the Highlands. Amenities in Tomich include a small country house hotel and a post office.
References
edit- ^ Moore, Cindy Tittle (1997). "rec.pets.dogs: Golden Retrievers Breed-FAQ". Retrieved 2009-04-30.
- ^ "Extended Breed Standard of the Golden Retriever" (PDF). The National Golden Retriever Breed Council (Australia). p. 3. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2009-09-24. Retrieved 2009-04-30.
- ^ (2014) Friends of Guisachan Web page of the organisation, Accessed 21 August 2014
- ^ Candlish, Jane (11 August 2014) Golden Retriever owners gather in Tomich The Press and Journal, Retrieved 22 August 2014