Crane makes first appearance at Inverness Castle as visitor experience takes shape

WORKS for the transformation of Inverness Castle into an anticipated visitor centre saw the first crane being deployed today (Wednesday, May 31).

The crane will be on-site for one full day and will allow for the strengthening of the 175-year-old structure in the North Tower, installing structural steelwork and mechanical plant within the existing roof spaces of the former prison building,

This will also allow the continued installation of new building services which are progressing internally.

The Inverness Castle project, opening in 2025, will benefit from £30m investment to support its re-develment from the Scottish and UK Governments, The Highland Council, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and a range of other partners.

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There will also be future crane visits to install structural elements of the new public roof terrace over the former courthouse and the new link building and river view terrace, which will provide dining options for visitors.

The Inverness Castle project is part of the Inverness and Highland City-Region Deal, which is a joint initiative supported by up to £315m investment from the UK and Scottish governments, The Highland Council, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and University of the Highlands and Islands, aimed at stimulating sustainable regional economic growth.

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