Kenmore
At the northeast end of Loch Tay is Kenmore, a neat little village of whitewashed cottages dominated by a huge archway which stands at the gateway to Taymouth Castle, built by the Campbells of Glenorchy in the early 19th century and now a very fine golf course and soon to be a "6" star hotel if the project ever gets off the ground.
Kenmore has a charming hotel and pub in the centre of the village and a new visitor centre stroke posh deli on the North side of the bridge which is expensive but serves delicious grub for a car journey. (Taymouth Courtyard).
Kenmore sits at the east end of Loch Tay and on a hot day you can sit beside the Loch on a stony beach and dip your toes in the waters. The kids will certainly enjoy the water which is as fresh as you can imagine and cold to boot.
There is a lot to do in the area (see activities) boats and bikes can be hired as well.
Eating Out
The Mains of Taymouth as a great shop and cafe in kenmore itself. The Kenmore Hotel has a bar and offers grub as well. Down the valley around Aberfeldy, there are lots of places to eat as well.
Shopping
Apart from the little local store in the main street drop into Taymouth Courtyard which offers a sumptious choice of deli food, normal food and knick knacks.
Region
PerthshireTravel Directions to Kenmore
Local Sights & Activities for Kenmore
Loch Tay is a major watersports centre, and close by the Crannog Centre is, Tel. 830588, Scotland's best watersports and activities centre, where you can try water-skiing, windsurfing, sailing, rafting, jet biking, river sledging, fishing, parascending, clay-pigeon shooting, hill walking and Nordic skiing.
You can hire bikes from Perthshire Mountain Bikes, Tel. 01887 830291.
Castles Nearby
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Taymouth Castle
19th century castle that was Queen Victoria's honeymoon site and the start of her love of all things Scottish. Closed and awaiting renovation (maybe)
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Castle Menzies
Striking Z plan in fully restored condition close to Aberfeldy. definately worth a visit.
Nearby Ancient Monuments
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Croft Moraig Stone Circle
Stone Circle dating to 2nd and 3rd millenia BC. Just off the road and easy to visit whilst travelling between Aberfeldy and Kenmore.
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Fortingall Stone Circles
A set of three stone circles near the famous church yard at Fortingall at the head of Glen Lyon.
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Fortingall Yew Tree
Ancient 5000 year old Yew Tree - one of the oldest living things in Europe - much despoiled but fascinating for all that.
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Spirit of the Tay Steamer
The once bold plan to reintroduce a steamer service between Killin and Kenmore has been grinding through courts for ten years now.
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The Crannog Centre
Reconstruction of brnonze age island house called a Crannog. Well worth visiting.
Local Visitor Attractions
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Loch Tay Boating
Boating and outdoor activity centre at Kenmore with boat hire, sailing and waterskiing.
Walks
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Ben Lawers Nature Reserve
Nature reserve that starts from the visitor centre and for the fits reaches to the peak of Britain's third highest mountain, Ben Lawers.
Nearby Distilleries
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Aberfeldy Distillery
Original Johny Dewar distillery near Aberfeldy that still produces a single malt as we being blended. Includes a smart visitor centre and tour.
Interesting Local Shops
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Taymouth Courtyard
Charming and not cheap local craft, food and deli that serves papers as well as all manner of tasty morsels.
Local Restaurants
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Ailean Chraggan Restaurant
Lovely restaurant serving local scottish food with small bar. Bit of a cornerstone of the local scene and now run by lovely Lithuanian couple.
Kenmore Hotels & Accommodation
There are hotels in Kenmore and down the valley in Aberfeldy. There are a few juicy self catering properties as well.
Boathouses which overlook Loch Tay are wonderful and in wonderful positions right on the water's edge on the loch. W: http://www.lochtay.co.uk/ or T: 07900 91 40 71. Otter and Dipper which sleep two are just dreamy!
Hotels near Kenmore
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Mains of Taymouth Luxury Cottages, Perthshire
A superb selection of award-winning luxury holiday cottages, many with hot tubs and saunas.
- Sleeps: 2 to 10
Kenmore Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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The Salmon House in Fortingall Glen Lyon - sleeps 4
Cottage in the small village of Fortingall near to end of Glen Lyon in Perthshire. Sleeps four people in two bedrooms.