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Dunalastair Hotel

Kinloch Rannoch, Nr. Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH16 5PW

Classic Comment:

The Dunalastair Hotel in Pitlochry is a particularly interesting place to stay, with unusual furnishings and excellent cuisine. Rates from £40pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Directions

20 miles west of Pitlochry, past Loch Tummel on the B8019. Hotel in the village square.

Distances

Pitlochry 22 Miles

Perth 53 Miles

Inverness 95 Miles

Edinburgh 98 Miles

Mileages are approximate

Maps

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Things to see and do

Aberdour Castle c/o Historic Scotland, Aberdour - A 14th century castle built by the Douglas Family. The gallery gives an idea of how it was furnished at the time.

The Scottish Wool Centre,Aberfoyle - A hilarious but informative live show of “The Story of Scottish Wool”. Regular Dog and Duck demonstrations. Also watch traditional spinners in action.

Stirling Castle, Stirling - Considered to be the greatest of all Scotland’s Castles with outstanding architecture including the recently restored Great Hall and Gatehouse.

Bannockburn Heritage Centre, Stirling - Heritage centre with displays relating to the battle in 1314. Also a striking statue of Robert The Bruce outside by the borestone.

Stirling Old Towm Jail, Stirling - Experience life in a 19th Century Victorian prison where history really comes to life through live performances. Also enjoy the 360º panorama of Stirling’s Old Town from the roof.

National Wallace Monument, Stirling- Meet William Wallace, and discover his trial and epic fight for the freedom of Scotland. Climb the 220ft tower to experience one of the best views in Scotland. Also explore the paths and nature trail surrounding the monument.

Rob Roy and the Trossachs Visitor Centre, Callander - Learn about the life and times of one of Scotland’s most famous Highlanders. Also explore a reconstructed farmhouse and experience life in this time.

Dunblane Cathedral, Dunblane - One of Scotland’s noblest medieval churches. The lower part of the tower is Romanesque whereas the larger part of the building is of the 13th Century.

Inchcolm Abbey, Island of Incholm c/o Historic Scotland, North Queensferry -Known as “Iona of the East”, the abbey was founded in 1192. The island is also famed for its seals, wildlife and coastal defences during the two world wars.

St Andrews Castle c/o Historic Scotland, St Andrews - Encounter rare examples of Medieval siege techniques and the Bottle Dungeon hollowed out of solid rock from which death was the only realise.

Edzell Castle and Gardens c/o Historic Scotland, Edzell - The beautiful Walled Garden at Edzell is one of Scotland’s unique sites, created by Sir David Lindsay in 1604.

Glamis Castle, Glamis - Home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne. Also the childhood home of the Queen Mother and the setting for Shakespeare’s “Macbeth”.

Loch Leven Castle c/o Historic Scotland, Kinross - During the first war of independence it was held by the English, stormed by Wallace and visited by Bruce. Also Mary Queen of Scots endured a year’s imprisonment there before her escape in 1568.

Elcho Castle c/o Historic Scotland, Perth - A handsome complete 16th century fortified mansion with three projecting towers.

Huntingtower castle c/o Historic Scotland, Perth - The splendid painted ceilings show scenes of a famous leap between two towers by the daughter of the house.

Scone Palace, Perth - Ancestral home of the Murray Family and Crowning site of the Kings of Scotland. Over 100 acres of gardens and woodland walks to be enjoyed and a great adventure play ground for children

Blair Castle, Pitlochry - Set in spectacular highland scenery, Blair Castle is the traditional home to the Earls and Dukes of Atholl. View some 30 fully furnished rooms, which displays fine collections of paintings and arms dating back to the 16th Century.

Drummond Castle Gardens, Perth - First laid out in the early 17th Century, the famous gardens featured recently in the film “Rob Roy”. Drummond has all the attributes of an Italian Renaissance garden, including symmetry and fountains.

Scottish Plant Collector’s Garden, Pitlochry - Scotland’s newest garden, celebrating 300 years of botanical exploration by Scots

University of Dundee Botanic Garden, Dundee - Located in 9.5 hectares of south facing land near the banks of the river Tay. The garden features many different species of plants from all over the world.

Cambo Gardens, St Andrews - Fife’s most enchanting Victorian walled garden designed around the Cambo burn.

British Golf Museum, St Andrews -Trace the history of British golf from its origins up to the personalities of today

Caird Park Golf Course, Dundee - Caird is a superb pay and play course located on the northern outskirts of Dundee

Camperdown Golf Course, Dundee - A beautiful championship parkland course located within the majestic Camperdown Park

The Scottish Deer Centre, Cupar - Exciting Wildlife Park with 9 species of deer, resident wolves and daily bird of prey demonstrations.

Camperdown Wildlife Centre, Dundee - Over 50 species of wildlife, including brown bears and lynx. Special events throughout the year.

Discovery Point, Dundee - Explore the RRS Discovery and discover the story behind Captain Scott’s ship – one of the greatest stories ever told.

R.S.P.B Vane Farm Nature Reserve, Kinross - RSPB Reserve with nature centre, trails, observation room and gift shops. All overlooking Loch Leven.

Perth Racecourse, Perth - Horse racing in a beautiful setting with smart dining/snack facilities and other entertainment.

Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry - Offers outstanding drama, fine eating and the Scottish Plant Collectors garden.

Deep Sea World, North Queensferry - Deep sea world features the world’s longest underwater viewing tunnel and over 2,000 different species of marine life.

Caithness Glass Visitor Centre, Perth - The centre gives an insight into the making of glass and the many items that can be produced from the glass.

Dewar’s World of Whisky, Aberfeldy - Experience a unique exhibition and interactive centre celebrating the pioneering Dewar family with distillery tour and dram.

Glenturret Distillery, Crieff - Scotland’s oldest distillery that offers guided tours, free tasting and woodland walks.

Scottish Liqueur Centre, Perth - Family company producing original Scottish liqueurs. Visitor centre displays local crafts and artworks. Free tasting.

Bell’s Blair Athol Distillery, Pitlochry - Stands at the gateway to the Scottish Highlands. Tours available.

Edradour Distillery, Pitlochry - Scotland’s smallest distillery that offers free guided tours and includes a taste of their own special whisky.