Pitlochry situated on the slopes of the Grampian, on the north bank of the river Tummel is often thought of as one of the most attractive resorts in the Highlands. Some of the finest of glen scenery can be seen here. The little village of Moulin at the foot of the hills about a mile north of Pitlochry has a church, constructed in 1874, on a site sacred from time immemorial. Above Moulin is Craigower (1300ft) offering one of the best view in Scotland. The Black Spout waterfall in a densely wooded ravine is about a mile south-east of the town. For fishing try Loch Faskally and the Tummel. Kinnaird Cottage, just east of Moulin was the residence of Robert Louis Stevenson in 1881 when he wrote The Merry Men and Thrawn Janet.
Pitlochry is a lovely town in the Perthshire area of Scotland. This pretty town is 24 miles to the north of Perth and is on the A9 road, the main road from Perth to Inverness. The population of Pitlochry is small, estimated just above 2500, and according to the latest census, over 34% of the population is pensioner-age or older. Pitlochry is situated on the banks of the River Tummel. This beautiful town, with mostly Victorian town houses, is well recognised as place to rest and enjoy the scenery. In 1842, Queen Victoria visited Blair Castle and the area around Pitlochry. This, and the addition of the railway station in 1863 helped to make Pitlochry a very popular place to visit. The amount of visitors has increased over the years and still continues to this day, making Pitlochry a very popular tourist destination. Pitlochry is also well-known as a hill walking centre, due to its proximity to many spectacular mountains.
Pitlochry was known in the past as Moulin, and most of it was built during the Victorian era. Pitlochry developed more and started to grow after General George Wade built a road which improved access to all the rural places in Scotland in 1725; this road went straight through the middle of the town of Pitlochry.
1947 saw the massive dam construction project, which is part of the Tummel hydro-electric power system. This dam can be seen today and it is a popular visitor attraction. It is known for the 310 metre salmon ladder, where you can see the fish leaping from one weir to another within the ladder. Loch Faskally is a man-made loch, which came about as a result of the construction of the dam. In this year Pitlochry also become a burgh. In 1951 the Pitlochry Festival Theatre opened in a tent at the curling rink, but in 1981 it moved to a nice building in the town centre. The theatre seats 544, and enables locals and visitors to see as many show as possible; there are up to six shows a week during the high season.
There are many activities in this gorgeous little Scottish town. Pitlochry’s setting is beautiful, with surrounding hills, mountains, lochs and rivers. There are many outdoor activities to enjoy, such as hill walking, climbing mountains, angling, boating and golfing.
Pitlochry is very famous for its whiskies; there are two whisky distilleries and they are popular visitor attractions, as they are a great place to visit to learn the history of Scotland’s national drink and at the same time have the chance to sample the whiskies. The first distillery is Edradour, the smallest family distillery in Scotland. The second is the Atholl Distillery which dates from 1798 and produces many perfectly aged whiskies. These whiskies are ready to taste and they make an excellent present from bonny Scotland.
Pitlochry, in this corner of the Scottish Highlands, is also famous for its many old pubs, which are lovely places to sit and relax. The accommodation in Pitlochry is of good quality, with many bed and breakfasts, guest houses, hotels and self-catering cottages and apartments in the town. Most of them are eminently affordable, even for those on a low budget. There is an excellent range of café shops with locally baked produce and specialist cakes, interesting local shops, a golf shop, a climbing shop, takeaways and many excellent restaurants in this charming Scottish town. The town is the perfect place to base your accommodation, whether touring the entire Highlands or visiting the surrounding towns and attractions. Pitlochry is also the perfect place to stop when driving to Inverness, as the local pubs and cafés have many delicious meals and snacks, so you can spoil yourself and have a hearty lunch or dinner before resuming your drive northwards.
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Almond Lee
East Moulin Road, Perthshire Town Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5HU Scotland
Within walking distance of Pitlochry’s town centre, Almond Lee is set in an attractive location, surrounded by delightful gardens and woodland. All our rooms are en-suite, centrally heated and equipped with coffee and tea making facilities, TV and shower. We can also offer self-catering accommodation at our two cottages, the Coach House and Orchard Cottage.
Welcome to Altskeith Country House self catering, positioned on the banks of Loch Ard in the centre of the beautiful Trossachs countryside, just one hour’s drive from Edinburgh and Glasgow. The location is spectacular, and the house makes full use of its stunning views. All of the well-designed bedrooms are en-suite, overlooking Ben Lomond and Loch Ard.
53 Atholl Road Town Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5BL Scotland
For a memorable holiday break we invite you to the Bridge House, a lovely family-run B&B situated in Pitlochry, in the heart of Perthshire. We offer our guests tastefully decorated and well-equipped rooms with a view to the hills and centre of the town.
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25 Atholl Road, Perthshire City Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5BX Scotland
Buttonboss is a pretty Victorian B&B situated in the centre of Pitlochry, in the beautiful Scottish Highlands. The location is perfect for accessing the towns many restaurants, shops and tourists attractions.The Lodge offers seven rooms with en-suite bath or shower, colour televisions and welcome trays with tea and coffee.
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16 Toberargan Road, Perthshire Town Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5HG Scotland
Ceud mile failte – a hundred thousand welcomes await you at Carra Beag. Located in the beautiful Tummel Valley, with a view of the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, Carra Beag still retains much of its Victorian period charm while offering a welcoming atmosphere. Most of our rooms are en-suite but some have shared bathrooms – perfect for families with children or budget-conscious guests.
162 Atholl Road, Perthshire Town Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5AR Scotland
The Claymore Hotel is a family-run Victorian style house surrounded by gardens, boasting uninterrupted views of the Cluniemore Hills. It is situated just a few minutes walk from Pitlochry town centre. We provide seven en-suite rooms, all equipped with heated towel rail, hairdryer, iron and board, TV and DVD player, telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities.
26 Fonab Crescent Town Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5SR Scotland
Welcome to Corrie Beag, a wonderful self-catering bungalow on the outskirts of Pitlochry, Perthshire. The cottage is just a short walk from many excellent amenities, including Loch Faskally, the Festival Theatre, the Hydro Dam and the famous fish ladder. The accommodation is well decorated and furnished to a very high standard so you will be ensured of a comfortable stay. We are within easy reach of many attractions and there are many activities to enjoy in the beautiful countryside around Pitlochry.
165 Atholl Road, Perthshire Town Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5QL Scotland
Tucked away in secluded wooded grounds in the Highland Perthshire town of Pitlochry, Scotland.This beautiful early Victorian house has now been transformed into a boutique bed & breakfast, providing a unique blend of the traditional with the luxury of contemporary design.City chic in a rural setting.
The individually designed spacious deluxe rooms all have comfortable six foot wide beds and are decorated with stylish fabrics and furnishings.All rooms have HD LCD TV’s, Freeview and CD/DVD players.We also have free Wi-Fi access in our main house.
2 Lower Oakfield,Perthshire Town Centre, Pitlochry PH16 5HQ Scotland
Craigroyston House is situated, in garden grounds, which slope down towards the main street of Pitlochry, one of the most beautiful locations in the centre of Scotland. Guests are able to relax in the gardens and take in the tranquil surroundings. We have eight en-suite room, twin room and double room with four poster bed, each room has it is own traditional Scottish character and decorated with high standard. WE have room at the top floor with excellent view to the hills of Tummel Valley.
West Moulin Road, Perthshire Moulin, Pitlochry PH16 5EQ Scotland
For a perfect holiday break, why not join us at Craigvrack Hotel? We guarantee you a peaceful and enjoyable stay. Spend your evenings enjoying fantastic Scottish cuisine in our restaurant, then relax over a drink or two in our cocktail bar. We provide guests with a choice of en-suite rooms, some with disabled access, all fully-equipped with colour TV, tea/coffee making facilities and hair dryers.
Logierait, A827 Road off A9, Logierait, Pitlochry PH9 0LH Scotland
Cuil an Darraich is a beautifully refurbished nineteenth century house located in the picturesque Perthshire village of Logierait. We offer our guests five en-suite rooms overlooking the River Tay, one of Scotland’s most famous fishing rivers. Every room is equipped with period style furniture and TV.
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Off St. Andrews Crescent, Blair Atholl, Pitlochry PH18 5SX Scotland
Located six miles north of Pitlochry, in the village of Blair Atholl. The Duke of Atholl's ancestral residence, Blair Castle, complete with its own army of highlanders, is just a few minutes walking distance from our door.
