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Welcome to our
Perthshire Travel Guide including the Trossachs




Glen Lednock looking south towards Comrie

"Ceud mile fàilte"
(this is Scots Gaelic for 'A hundred thousand welcomes')


This Perthshire Travel Guide contains a wealth of information.

As a long standing resident of Perthshire, I have developed a deep love and appreciation for the natural wonders and vacation opportunities our beautiful country of Scotland offers. The website is my way of sharing this passion with you. You can find out where to visit, eat and stay, the price and book all in one easy step. You will find detailed information about the places to visit, and even find directions on how to get there! I have even included a section on historical events in the towns and villages of Perthshire to help you with your choice.

A "dream" vacation is possible with some proper research and planning before you set out. You will be so much closer to experiencing the kind of vacation you have always wanted. This virtual experience will have built up your expectations so much that cannot wait to visit this beautiful part of the world. One visit is all it takes...

How will this benefit you?

Simply, I am not a travel agent or a tour operator. Just think of me as your friend and personal Perthshire Travel Guide. If you need more information contact me using the Contact form. You will have the benefit of my local knowledge and discover things not usually found on most vacation itinerary. That’s right, I’ll be revealing some of the best kept secrets right here, so do not tarry, read on! My desire to provide completely independent information from our love and in-depth knowledge of this beautiful part of Britain - a place that we're passionate about.

Perthshire is The Gateway to the Scottish Highlands, because we have it all:

  • Beautiful, world famous Glens, Lochs and Mountains
  • Scenic landscapes
  • Blended malt whisky renowned the world over
  • Excellent fishing
  • Top rated golf courses
  • 1st class accommodation and restaurants
  • The cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow
  • Four beautiful seasons

Most residents consider themselves lucky to live here. Personally, I wouldn’t live anywhere else. If you want a great vacation, romantic weekend getaway, or exciting day trip, start right here and let me be your personal guide.

Will you love Perthshire - Gateway to the Scottish Highlands as much as I do?

Experience the breathtaking lochs and mountains, and the tranquility of the glens. A warm hospitality awaits you with good food, outstanding accommodation to suit all tastes.

As the Scots would say ‘Hast ye back’.

Click here to find out how this website is organised to make your stay memorable.

Please return to this site for more information when planning your next vacation, or tell a friend of your experience using this Perthshire Travel Guide.
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Other Travel destinations. Information written by real people about their area .....

Over view of Perthshire Towns including the Trossachs
Perthshire towns and villages are quite small, but each has its own distinct character. Explore this picturesque countryside and stay at quaint accommodation.

Perthshire Accommodation - the best in Perthshire and the Trossachs
Perthshire accommodation - Stay at one of our hand picked properties in Perthshire and Trossachs .... You won't regret it.

Aberfeldy - Perthshire and Trossachs Travelguide
You will find a warm welcome awaits you. This is the information page which links to accomodation, places to eat and places to visit in Aberfeldy and the surrounding area.

Alyth - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
The small Perthshire town of Alyth is situated in the east of the county........

Auchterarder - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Auchterarder is known as The Lang Toun, or Long Town, a name derived from its extended High Street that runs for more than a mile

Balquhidder - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
The small village of Balquhidder has become famous through the exploits of Rob Roy.....

Blackford - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
The small village of Blackford has become famous in these parts not only for its Highland games but also for the centuries old mineral water

Blair Atholl - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Queen Victoria stayed in Blair Atholl in 1844 when she gave the Duke the honour of being allowed to form a private army, the Atholl Highlanders, and is still in existence.

Blairgowrie - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Blairgowrie and its neighbouring village of Rattray provide an excellent base for touring Perthshire and beyond. Surrounded by rolling fields - famed for their raspberries ......

Braco - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
The village of Braco lies in the south west corner of Perthshire. The Romans built a number of forts nearly 2000 years ago, including Ardoch,

Bridge of Gaur - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Bridge of Gaur lies immediately south-east of a bridge that crosses the River Gaur before entering the western end of Loch Rannoch .....

Comrie - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
This little village of Comrie, with one main street and sits on the bank of the river Earn. The village was once well known to have the highest incidence of minor earth tremors .....

Coupar Angus - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Coupar Angus is small market town on the River Isla. The town is in the centre of rich agricultural land of eastern lowland Perthshire on the fringes of the county of Angus

Crianlarich - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
The name Crianlarich comes from the Gaelic for low pass. In the 1750s two military roads met here.

Crieff - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Crieff is the capital town of the Strathearn on the southern edge of the Scottish Highlands.

Dunkeld - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
The little town of Dunkeld is one of Perthshire's gems. Nestling beneath thickly wooded hills, its Cathedral and beautifully restored 17th century buildings ...

Dunning - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
The small village of Dunning is also steeped in history, with an Iron Age fort, a 1st century Roman camp .....

Fortingall - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Fortingall village is north of the north end of Loch Tay, not far from Aberfeldy.

Kenmore - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Kenmore is a village on the eastern shore of Loch Tay, noted for its salmon fishing.....

Killin - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Killin is the largest and oldest of the many settlements in Breadalbane - the High Country of Scotland.

Kinloch Rannoch - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Kinloch Rannoch is a little village at the eastern end of Loch Rannoch. It is a popular destination for

Lochearnhead - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
A small Perthshire village of Lochearnhead situated at the west end of Loch Earn

Muthill - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
A village of Muthill in central Perth and Kinross, situated in the heart of Strathearn on the A822 road, 3 miles (5 km) south of Crieff.

Perth - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Perth is the 'Fair City' as portayed in Sir Walter Scott's tale of the same name.

Pitlochry - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
To get to Pitlochry from Dunkeld, drive north for about 12 miles, passing the river Tay on the way. The view to the highlands here is superb with dominant views of Ben Vrackie .......

Rannoch Station - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Rannoch Moor, Rannoch Station is the perfect starting point for those who want to experience and explore one ....

St Fillans - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
St Fillans sits at the eastern end of Loch Earn and is a well established tourist centre

Tummel Bridge - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Tummel Bridge lies on the River Tummel at the western end of Loch Tummel .....

Weem - Perthshire and Trossachs Travel guide
Weem is a small village north of Abefeldy across Genal Wades famous bridge. There is more to see not just the Hotel!

Glen Lednock
Glen Lednock walk. Experience the beauty of the area around the village of Comrie,,,,



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