Aberfeldy, Kenmore and Glen Lyon is a very special area of Highland Perthshire, home to the source of Britain’s longest river by volume, the River Tay and to Europe’s oldest living piece of vegetation, the Fortingall Yew Tree and some say Scotland’s loveliest glen, Glen Lyon.
Aberfeldy, Scotland – This short clips takes you rpund the town, whoing such places as the Water Mill Book Shop and the town itself.
Grandtully Rapids are Scotland’s top Kayak and Canoe slalam course – Grandtully Rapids is Scotland’s top Kayak and Canoe slalam course, with competitors from Britian and further afield, including Olympic Athletes competing here each year.
The Black Watch Highland Regiment parade through Aberfeldy
Have a look at the local Tourism Association web site visitaberfeldy.co.uk
Fortingall the village, church and 5,000 year old Yew Tree. 'Fortingall' the name is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word'fortair' (a stronghold) and 'cill' (a cell or church). Archaeological evidence indicates the area has been…
Aberfeldy and District Annual Sheep Dog Trials and Shearing Competition. The Aberfeldy and District Young Farmers organise the largest sheep dog trials and shearing competition in Perthshire attracting competitors from all over…
The Traditional opening of the Tay Salmon Season. The traditional opening of the River Tay salmon season takes place in the middle of January each year. It has been staged at Kenmore since 1947. Fishermen from all over Scotland travel and…
There are five Aberfeldy's across the world today. (Two in North America, one in South Africa and another in Australia). This is the original Aberfeldy, there is evidence that Aberfeldy the town, dates back to 1796, when building leases were…
Innerwick Kirk is a historic white-painted church in Glenlyon, dating from 1828. It is home to St Adomnán's Bell, a remarkable Celtic artefact believed to date back to the 8th century.
A prehistoric four-poster stone circle at Lundin Farm, believed to date from the 2nd millennium BC. Set beneath an oak tree, it features four ancient stones and a nearby slab with 43 cup marks.
Maxwell's Temple is an impressive 30-foot monument built in 1831 by Lord Breadalbane in memory of his wife, Mary, Countess of Breadalbane. Located near the River Tay, it features a spiral staircase and arched gallery.
Rising 1,214 metres above Loch Tay, Ben Lawers is one of Scotland's highest Munros. It is renowned for spectacular Highland views, rare Arctic-alpine plants and its protected National Nature Reserve.
The Falls of Acharn are spectacular waterfalls near Aberfeldy, cascading 25.5 metres through woodland. They feature the historic Hermit's Cave, a Victorian folly once created to entertain visitors.
Tigh Nam Bodach is an ancient pagan shrine in Glen Cailliche, near Loch Lyon. It houses three sacred water-worn stones representing a Celtic family, honoured through centuries-old seasonal rituals.
Croft Moraig is a fascinating prehistoric stone circle near Kenmore, dating back thousands of years. Featuring multiple stone rings and ancient timber structures, it is an important archaeological landmark in Perthshire.
Known as Scotland's longest, loneliest and loveliest glen, Glen Lyon stretches over 30 miles through spectacular Highland scenery, featuring ancient woodlands, the River Lyon, historic landmarks and majestic mountains.
Comrie Castle is a historic ruined tower house on the banks of the River Lyon, near Kenmore. Once the seat of Clan Menzies, it was rebuilt in the 16th century after an earlier castle was destroyed by fire in 1487
Built in 1733 by General Wade and designed by William Adam, this historic five-span stone bridge crosses the River Tay. It formed part of an important military road network connecting the Scottish Highlands.
A striking stone cairn topped with a statue of Private Farquhar Shaw, commemorating the formation of the Black Watch Regiment. Unveiled in 1887, it stands near Wade's Bridge in Aberfeldy.
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