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Loch Ness

A photo of a view of Loch Ness including rocks at the shore and blue skies

The Water Horse, Legend of the Deep

A feature on the new film about Loch Ness and its monster, with more information about the movie, how it was made and fun activities connected to the story.

Kelpies

Legendary Scottish creatures which may be the basis of the Loch Ness Monster myth. Find out more. 

Loch Ness Monster sightings

Reports of the Loch Ness Monster, from AD 565 to the 20th century, and strange carvings of beasts on Pictish stones.

Monster theories

Read about some of the theories behind the Loch Ness Monster - might Nessie be an animal or a big fish? Or something even more strange?

The Loch Ness Monster's Song

Scottish poet Edwin Morgan was inspired by the Loch Ness Monster; read and listen to his poem and write one of your own.

Experience Loch Ness

Places to visit at Loch Ness and elsewhere in Scotland with information about the loch, and a webcam allowing you to look for the monster.  

Suggested further reading

Some suggested further reading on Loch Ness, the Loch Ness Monster and Alexander Selkirk, suitable for primary and upper primary stages.

Download The Water Horse study guide

The promotional poster for The Water Horse movie, showing a young monster peering out of a bath

This study guide has information and activities related to 'The Water Horse' film and to Loch Ness.

PDF icon PDF file: The Water Horse study guide (1.7KB)

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