Britain's most picturesque football pitch joins Women's Highlands & Islands LeagueClaggan Park is situated in the shadow the UK's tallest mountain, which looms over the stadium on the outskirts of Fort William – and is now home to the first women's football team in LochaberView 3 Images Players from Highlands & Islands clubs at Claggan Park in Fort William (Image: Sandy Young/scottishphotographer.com (supplied))Fort William FC have joined the ScottishPower Women's Highlands and Islands League, with their iconic pitch set to the backdrop of a looming Ben Nevis becoming the latest to join the competition for the 2026 season. ‌Fort William are the latest women’s side to enter SWF's senior competitions in the Highlands and Islands, following Shetland's addition to the ScottishPower Highlands & Islands League Cup in 2025. The men's side was founded in 1974 and play in the North Caledonian Football League, after relegation from the Highland League in 2022. "Best of luck to Fort William FC in their debut, and to all players competing this season." The ScottishPower Highlands & Islands League 2026 season kicks off on Sunday, March 1 with the following fixtures:Article continues below

Source: Express February 23, 2026 11:47 UTC