The Falls of Shin visitor centre fire
20/05/2013 Sutherland, UK
Type of Fire
Hydrocarbon
Ignition Source
Electrical
Duration
Several hours
Casualties
None
Cost
Building repairs
What happened to the Falls of Shin visitor centre?
On 20 May 2013 a fire broke out and destroyed the visitor centre at The Falls of Shin - a popular tourist site in Sutherland, Scotland. Fortunately there were no casualties.
How did the Falls of Shin visitor centre fire start?
The source of ignition is unknown but firefighters reported at the time that the building was a complete loss by the time they arrived. Flames aided by strong winds spread quickly through the wooden construction.
What can the industry learn from the Falls of Shin visitor centre fire?
The visitor centre was rebuilt and reopened in 2017, creating new employment opportunities.
