Blair Atholl
Small town north of Pitlochry and Killiecrankie that sits beside the A9. Visitors stop for a visit to Blair Castle and the popular annual horse trials.
Region
PerthshireTravel Directions to Blair Atholl
Straddles the A9 with the white castle visible from the road.
Activities
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Rafting nr Dunkeld on the River Tay
Guided Rafting session on River Tay on our specially crafed rafts which can carry 8 participants. All safety equipment and overalls provided at the venue. -
Rock Climb & Abseil Intro Aviemore - Half Day Session
Feel the heights and enjoy the challenges of an exciting spell of rock climbing & Abseiling in Aviemore, which is well suited for everyone! -
4x4 off road driving - Scottish Highlands
Experience some off road driving action in your 4x4 off road driving day and test your driving skills with mates. -
Blindfold Driving in Scottish Highlands
Chaotic and crazy, this mad cap sport is all about turning the conventions of driving on its head! -
Treasure Hunt in Scottish Highlands
Time to find out the hidden treasure by solving clues with your group. Delightfully light hearted and well suited for any time of the day. -
Canyoning, Cliffjumping and Rafting Day
Total wipe out multi-activity day.. three adrenalin activities together in one day for a great price! -
Tank Driving & Paintball Near Dundee
Experience what it is like to be onboard a Military Vehicle or Tank while our Driver maneuvers this monster over some amazing terrain. Finish off with a paintball game -
Central Scotland Adventure Tubing
Experience some adventure tubing with optional cliff jumping in Central Scotland. -
Mountain Biking Hire Perthshire
A 2 hour racing treat in the mountain ranges- Truly challenging! -
Mini Highland Games in Perthshire
Find your competitive streak to allow you to be the whisky bottle winner. This is a great activity to combine with others, we can arrange it all for you. -
Whisky Tour - The Famous Grouse Experience Perth
Explore the wide gamut of our Scottish Whisky and traverse through the different aromas and flavors of this rich drink! -
Paintballing in Perthshire inc 300 Balls
Paintball is a thrilling sports that is designed to suit everybody from stags, hens, corporate groups to fun seekers. -
Clay Pigeon Shooting Near Dunkeld
You can book just the clay pigeon shooting or combine it with other great activities through our site, great deals for groups and only a small deposit required. -
Highland Activity Package inc Quads & Clays
Experience the Highlands and enjoy a range of events. Save money and driving around. Combines clays and quads. -
Face the Challenge of Abseiling
You have an experienced guide to take you abseiling, we can take beginners to experienced rock climbers.
Local Sights & Activities for Blair Atholl
Blair Castle
Phone code: +44 (0)1796
Seven miles from Pitlochry, and a mile from the village of Blair Atholl, is Blair Castle, traditional seat of the Earls and Dukes of Atholl. This whitewashed, turreted castle dates from 1269 and presents an impressive picture on first sight. This is the headquarters of Britain's only private army, the Atholl Highlanders, and one of them usually pipes in new arrivals. Thirty-two rooms in the castle are open for public viewing and are packed full of paintings, furniture, armour, porcelain and much else besides, presenting a startling picture of aristocratic Highland life in previous centuries. The most outrageously sumptuous of the rooms are the Tapestry Room and the ballroom. The surrounding landscaped grounds are home to peacocks and Highland cattle, and there are woodland walks and a walled Japanese water garden to enjoy. A handy camping site is immediately adjacent to the castle grounds.
http://www.blair-castle.co.uk, Apr-Jun, Sep and Oct 1000-1800, Jul and Aug 0930-1800, house and grounds £7.20, £6.20 concession, £4.20 children. Tel. 481207.
Falls of Bruar
Eight miles from Blair Atholl, just off the A9, are the Falls of Bruar. There's a short walk from the car park to the lower falls, but it's worth continuing to the more dramatic upper falls, which are less visited (see above). By the car park is the excellent House of Bruar, a huge shopping emporium designed like a Victorian hunting lodge where you can buy just about any kind of souvenir and enjoy some very fine Scottish cooking.
Castles Nearby
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Blair Castle
Home to the Duke of Atholl who is the only person other than the monarch to raise a private army. The duke's army is ceremonial only. The castle is not a med
Nearby Distilleries
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Blair Athol Distillery
One of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland and an easy visit from Pitlochry or the A9 if you are on the way north. Tours throughout year.
Blair Atholl Hotels & Accommodation
There's a selection of accommodation in Blair Atholl village. The Atholl Arms Hotel, Tel. 481205, near the train station, does B&B and serves bar meals. The best food hereabouts is to be found at the Loft, Golf Course Rd, Tel. 481377, which offers superior Modern Scottish/Mediterranean food at mid-range/expensive prices.
Blair Atholl Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Blair Atholl Cottage - Sleeps 3
Blair Atholl is a historic village in Highland Perthshire and this charming, compact, timber cottage enjoys a peaceful secluded location tucked away off a quiet, residential street to the rear of the .. -
L'Oasis, Blair Atholl - Sleeps 4-6
Situated in an enviable position within the River Tilt Holiday Park, at the foot of Glen Tilt, this tastefully furnished chalet offers superb holiday accommodation for families and small parties. The prope... -
Robin Lodge, nr Pitlochry - Sleeps 4-6
This charming holiday chalet is close to the banks of the River Tilt. Pleasantly furnished, it is set in River Tilt Holiday Park amid stunning mountain scenery at the foot of Glen Tilt. On-site facilities ... -
Beechwood Cottage, Blair Atholl - Sleeps 7/8
This spacious detached cottage, sitting within its own grounds, will give you an ideal holiday base from which to explore Blair Atholl and beautiful Perthshire. You will be just 5 minutes walk from an indo... -
The Old Post Office, nr.Blair Atholl, Sleeps 6
Sitting in an elevated position, with magnificent views of the Perthshire Mountains and the Atholl Valley, this spacious detached holiday cottage - once the post office - is in a peaceful location within a...