Visitor attractions and information - Pitlochry
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 Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Perthshire
PH18 5TL. Tel: 01796 481207. The ancient seat of the Dukes and
Earls of Atholl, the castle enjoys one of Scotland’s finest
settings in the heart of Highland Perthshire. With its roots
in the 13th century, Blair Castle’s history extends over
some 740 years. It was one of the first private homes to open
to the public in Scotland, and visitors can enjoy the castle,
its extensive collections and the beautiful grounds. www.blair-castle.co.uk.
About 7 miles northwest
of Pitlochry. |
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Killiecrankie
NTS Visitor Centre, Killiecrankie, Pitlochry, PH16 5LG. Tel:
01796 473233. Just to the south of Blair Atholl, the Pass of
Killiecrankie was the site of a famous Jacobite battle in 1689.
The Killiecrankie NTS Visitor Centre tells the story of the battle
and of the local wildlife and vegetation that has led to Killiecrankie
being declared a Site of Special Scientific Interest. About 4 miles
northwest of Pitlochry. |
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Edradour Distillery, Pitlochry, Perthshire
PH16 5JP. Tel: 01796 473524. Edradour whisky is produced in Scotland's
smallest distillery, lying in the hills overlooking Pitlochry
from the east. Edradour is the last survivor of the long tradition
of farmhouse distilleries. www.edradour.co.uk. About 2 miles east of Pitlochry. |
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Pitlochry is a delightful Victorian town nestling
in the Perthshire Highlands amongst some of the most beautiful
scenery in Europe. Pitlochry has been a popular holiday resort
for over a hundred years. The Atholl Palace Hydro with its white
turrets sits elegantly above the thickly wooded hills around
Pitlochry. Pitlochry is famous for its Festival Theatre, salmon
ladder and woollens shops. Pitlochry is centrally placed for
exploring the beauty of the Perthshire Highlands.
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