The Heritage & Vintage Motor Centre is located within the village of Halkirk on the bus route to and from Thurso/Wick. The building was the local school until 1956 when a new school was built on the other side of the river. The Centre has been renovated and a huge extension built to accomodate the vehicles (some of which belonged to the well known garage owner Edward Sutherland of J & G Sutherland. It is unique to the county of Caithness and is run by volunteers. Group bookings can be arranged at times and days to best suit the group.

Why Visit?

For those passionate about heritage and engineering, the Halkirk Heritage & Vintage Motor Centre is a must-see. Located just seven miles from the NC500 route, the centre offers a warm welcome to visitors eager to explore Caithness history and its motoring legacy. Knowledgeable volunteers are on hand to share stories and answer questions, making it an engaging experience for all ages.

Highlights

• Vintage Vehicle Displays: Discover an extensive collection of classic cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and agricultural machinery, including vehicles linked to local motoring history.
• Heritage Reading Room: Browse archives of newspapers, books, photographs, and documents relating to Halkirk and Caithness, perfect for family history research.
• Themed Exhibitions: Enjoy annual exhibitions that explore aspects of local life, from rural traditions to education and industry.
• Social History Collection: Learn about Halkirk’s role in Caithness history through artifacts, photographs, and stories preserved by the Society.

Good to know

• Opening times: From Easter to the end of October, with varied day throughout the months
• Admission: Free, with an option to donate
• Parking: Availble at both front and rear
• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible:
• Dogs welcome
• There is a tearoom where you can purchase hot drinks