Area History and Heritage

   

Black Watch monument

Aberfeldy

Imposing monument to commemorate the first muster of the Black Watch

Blair Castle

Pitlochry

View 30 rooms displaying furniture, paintings, Atholl Highlander information, representing Scottish life from 16th century to present day

Castle Menzies

Weem

fine example of a clan chiefs 16th century house

St Mary's Church

Grandtully

16th Century church with a remarkable painted wooden ceiling

Wades Bridge

Aberfeldy

Dating from 1733, this famous bridge - designed by William Adam. It provided vital crossing of the river for General Wades network of roads. Black Watch monument is adjacent

Museums and Collections

   

Atholl Country life Museum

Blair Atholl

Unique and lively displays paint a clear picture and tell the historic story of working life in Atholl. See the horse harness, stuffed highland cow, local wild flower photos, the old post office and a 1880's kitchen

Parks and Gardens

   

Bolfracks Garden

Aberfeldy

4 Acre garden overlooking the Tay Valley with a wide collection of trees, shrubs, perennials and bulbs

Scottish Plant Collectors Garden

Pitlochry

Scotlands newest garden - celebrating 300 years of botanical heritage. Much more than just a garden incorporating the very best drama, visual art, sculpture and music

Crafts

   

Aberfeldy Watermill

Aberfeldy

See oatmeal made in the traditional Scottish manner

The Breadalbane Bakery

Aberfeldy

Visitors can observe traditional craft skills being employed to produce a range of Scottish delicacies

Dowally Craft Centre

Dowally

Craft centre with pottery attached

Glenlyon Gallery

by Aberfeldy

Unique gallery specialising in wildlife, landscape and sporting originals by renowned artist Alan B Hayman

Loch Tay Pottery

by Aberfeldy

Craft pottery made and sold at affordable prices

Visitor Centres

   

Bell's Blair Atholl Distillery

Blair Atholl

Experience the production of a single malt

Dewars World of Whisky

Aberfeldy

A unique whisky experience. Traditional working Distillery with innovative and interactive visitor centre. Shop Drams and coffee. Fun for all the family

Edradour distillery

Pitlochry

The Smallest (legal ) Distillery in scotland

House of Menzies

Aberfeldy

Beautiful converted stone building

Queens View visitor Centre

Nr Pitlochry

One of the finest and most photographed views in Scotland- Free Exhibition and audio visual presentation

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