Tyndrum
Small village to the south of Rannoch Moor that sits on the battlefield where Bruce was defeated by the macDougalls in 1306. It was a mining community once and there is talk of a new gold mine opening.
Tyndrum is a small village that most people drive through on their way north except for walkers on the West Highland Way. It has an excellent cafe which serves award winning fish & chips which you might need before the start of your journey across Rannoch Moor.
Eating Out
There is the Real Food Cafe (01838 400235) in town (website) on the main road with excellent fish and chips. They have an EV car charger and free wifi. Definately worth stopping before Rannoch Moor. There is also The Green Welly Stop in the centre of town which also has fuel. (+44 (0)1301 702083 )
Region
Stirling & TrossachsTravel Directions to Tyndrum
The West Highland Railway stops at Tyndrum and the main road to Fort William, the A82 passes through. It is also served by coaches from Glasgow operated by Citylink.
Local Sights & Activities for Tyndrum
Lying to the North West of Tyndrum is a large cairn, possibly originating from the Bronze Age, called Carn Droma, Carn Druim or Carn Drom. The monument used to mark the entry point to Argyll on the route now taken by the A85 Glasgow to Oban road. The cairn marks the spot where the route crossed the watershed divide between the Tay basin and the lands of Loch Awe and Lorne. Prior to the formation of the kingdom of Scotland, this was the frontier between the Picts of the east and the Scots of Dal Riata in the west.
The cairn itself is partly covered by forestry plantations and is in a dilipidated state, and has not appeared on local maps for around two centuries. However, the cairn is interesting from a number of perspectives including the geopolitics of ancient Scotland. It is now protected under the West of Scotland Archaeology Service’s remit but would benefit from further investigation and conservation.
Tyndrum Hotels & Accommodation
The Tyndrum Inn has rooms and a bar and restaurant. Best option in the area probably. (01838 400219)
Tyndrum Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Holiday Cottage by Tyndrum - Sleeps 4
This traditional detached cottage stands in its own ground adjacent to the A85 just 0.5 mile from the Highland village of Tyndrum at the junction of the roads from Glasgow and from Stirling/Perth .... -
Garden Cottage, Tyndrum, Sleeps 4
Centrally situated in the village, this cosy detached cottage, surrounded by spectacular hills, is convenient for a wide range of opportunities and touring delights, with Oban 35 miles, Glencoe 28 miles an...