The private life of Sherlock Holmes featuring Nairn Train Station from 1970.
By John Urquhart.
“Holmes takes on the case of a Belgian woman in search of her missing husband, which leads to Loch Ness and the legendary monster!”
This film presents an affectionate, lightly parodic exploration of Sherlock Holmes, peeling back layers of his public persona to reveal the man behind Watson’s stories for The Strand. Originally crafted as a prestigious roadshow attraction set to tour major cities, this film ultimately faced heavy editing upon release, with significant scenes now missing. Among the remaining gems is a memorable sequence at Nairn.
Here, the station takes on the role of “Inverness,” with its charming architecture and vintage atmosphere providing an evocative backdrop.
A train waits at Nairn, silently departing the platform—a hint that a diesel locomotive likely pulled the train, as we neither hear nor see the engine itself. In one scene, the station’s character is showcased with a clear view of the building, complete with a large “INVERNESS” sign.


