This Scottish Highlands town with 'golden sandy beaches' was named the best place to retire

"One of the driest and sunniest spots in Scotland."16:51, 01 Sep 2026When it comes time to retire, you might feel like you need a change of scenery. While many people want to be in the centre of the action while working, they prefer somewhere peaceful and picturesque in retirement. Scotland is home to countless scenic villages, towns, and cities that are perfectly suited to retirees.‌Experts at WorldAtlas previously shared a list of the "best towns in Scotland for retirees", with nine scenic settlements across the country included on the roundup. One of the destinations that was singled out by the experts is the ancient fishing port and market town of Nairn in the Scottish Highlands.‌Nairn is a former royal burgh in the Highland Council area of Scotland, located around 17 miles from Invern