Ben Lawers Hotel, Lawers Village
Hansen’s Kitchen
Small 300 year-old lochside hotel with en-suite rooms. Food made from great traditional Scottish ingredients served all day, every day. 01567-820436 www.benlawershotel.co.uk
Why not pop in for a cup of our locally-roasted, artisanal coffee & have a nibble at our cheese, charcuterie and antipasti counter. We also stock a wide range of Scottish beers, wine & cider! 01764-670253 www.hansenskitchen.com
Experience the spectacular beauty of Loch Earn. Enjoy lunch, afternoon tea or supper in the Tarken Bistro or dine in our fine dining restaurant & stay overnight. 01764-685333 www.thefourseasonshotel.co.uk
Catkin Press The Hop-on Hop-off Bus for Locals and Visitors In 2014 the service runs from Sunday 1st June until Sunday 19th October on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays. In July and August it also operates on Saturdays. The route is shown on the map overleaf. Outside of towns and villages the bus will stop at any safe location. If you wish to board please indicate clearly by holding out your arm as the bus approaches.
Fares
Scottish National Entitlement Cards are valid on the Explorer. Card holders aged 60 and over or who have a disability are entitled to FREE travel. Holders of a Young Person’s Card are entitled to one-third off full adult fare. All-day hop-on hop-off ticket: £10 Single journey fares match other local bus services. Children 6-15 travel half price, 5 and under free. Up to 8 bikes are carried free of charge (subject to space). If you want to guarantee your bike space please call the operators: Sweeney’s on 01764 681231 if you are travelling clockwise; or Kingshouse Travel on 01877 384768 if you are travelling anti-clockwise
For a comprehensive timetable and other information visit Breadalbane.org Photography by Dave Hunt www.davehunt.eu
Discover the best of Perthshire’s outdoors with our Experience Big Tree Country walks guidebooks, available from our website & local outlets. 01764-670987 www.catkinpress.com
Charlotte Flower Chocolates
We dip Highland Perthshire in chocolate! Lots of local and wild flavours to try. Based in Acharn, on the Acharn Falls circular walk. Open to visitors by appointment: 01887-830307 www.charlotteflowerchocolates.co.uk
Comrie Butchers - Established 1835 A small family-run 7th generation business in the west Perthshire village of Comrie. Scotch beef, lamb, pork & venison all personally sourced. Award winning products, haggis a speciality. 01764-670306
Cruachan Farm Caravan & Camping Park & Restaurant Family-run Site : Self-Catering Holiday Caravans : Lodge : Octolodges : Tents & Tourers. Restaurant open for evening meals. www.cruachanfarm.co.uk 01567 820 302 / 700 enquiries@cruachanfarm.co.uk
Highland Heather Lodges, Comrie
The Old Smiddy Bistro & Riverview Rooms
Killin Golf Club - Founded in 1911
The once working blacksmiths lovingly transformed into a family run bistro with bed and breakfast boasting a host of family favourites. Booking strongly recommended. 01567-820619 www.theoldsmiddykillin.co.uk
The picturesque 9-hole course is open all year and welcomes golfers of all levels. Special 3, 5 and 7 round packages are availble from March to October when the Clubhouse serves food / drink 7 days a week. 01567 820312 www.killingolfclub.co.uk
Highland Safaris
The Tower Gastro Pub & Apartments
Mains of Taymouth Country Estate, Golf Course & Stables - the perfect family day out
Combine the new Red Deer Centre, inspiring Walking and Biking activities and Perthshire’s only Gold and Gem Panning Centre with a selection of awe-inspiring Land Rover Safaris. Don’t miss our a ward-winning Café and Shop! 01887-820071 www.highlandsafaris.net
Killin Hotel 37 great en-suite rooms. Traditional Scottish food using a fantastic variety of Scottish ingredients served all day, every day. 01567-820296 www.killinhotel.com
Loch Voil Hostel Bijou 12-bed Hostel on Balquhidder lochside in the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Ideal for outdoor activities and relaxing in beautiful surroundings. 01877-384740 www.hostel-scotland.co.uk/hostels/Loch-Voil-Hostel.htm
Dál Riata
The Luib Hotel and Bed & Breakfast Relax amidst magnificent mountain scenery in our comfortable guest rooms and enjoy the pleasures of home-cooked food and our bar with its large range of malt whiskies. The hospitality of our 17th century drovers’ inn flourishes today more than ever. 01567-829459 www.luibhotel.co.uk
Learn how to Fly Fish, have a go at Archery or Bushcraft. Perfect for families and groups. We have a beautiful setting at Comrie, by the Wildlife Centre. 07973 802 620 www.doitoutdoors.co.uk
Drumearn Cottage Bed & Breakfast A delightful VisitScotland 4-Star Gold Cottage. Quietly situated in The Ross, Comrie. Members of Scotland’s Best B&Bs. 01764-670030 www.drumearncottage.co.uk
Comrie Golf Club - Designed by James Braid Each hole has a distinctive character, with stunning views of Comrie & the Perthshire hills. At over 6,000 yards the course presents a challenging but enjoyable test to golfers of all abilities & retains its high standard from early in the season through summer & autumn. 01764-670055 www.comriegolf.co.uk
A warm welcome awaits you at our 4 Star Luxury Self-Catering Lodges. Relax in our outdoor hot tub, unwind in beautiful scenery a nd enjoy the area and all it has to offer. 01764-670440 www.highlandheatherlodges.co.uk
Glasgow-based tourism consultancy specialising in destination management and innovation. 2014 sees the launch of Dál Riata’s Supper Club, really good local food and with striking views to the south of Glasgow and Arran. 0141 942 1167 www.dal-riata.com
Do It Outdoors
The Four Seasons Hotel, St Fillans
Where you can enjoy delicious pub food in comfortable surroundings. We have a large south-facing Beer Garden which is child safe and dog friendly 01764-650050 www.thetowercrieff.com
Tri The Highlands
Aberfeldy Golf Club - Founded in 1895 Beautiful parkland course in the heart of Highland Perthshire. Suitable for all ages and levels of experience. Course open all year. Food and drink served in the clubhouse 7 days a week. Enjoy a two-course meal for only £10. 01887-820535 www.aberfeldy-golfclub.co.uk
Situated at the gateway to the highlands, the club offers a friendly welcome and reliable playing conditions throughout the year. T he stunning 18-hole parkland Ferntower Course is complemented by the 9-hole Dornock Course an ideal e nvironment for learners & seasoned golfers alike.
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THE HIGH GROUND OF SCOTLAND
St Fillans Golf Club - Founded 1903 Set in stunning scenery this 9-hole course has lots to offer experienced golfers & newcomers alike. Described by a Masters Champion as his “favourite inland course in Scotland”. Great catering, a great course & the friendliest welcome in Scottish Golf await! 01764 685312 www.st-fillans-golf.com
01764-652909 www.crieffgolf.co.uk
Taymouth Marina Watersports & Restaurant Watersports activities for all on Loch Tay: Guided Canoe Trips; Rib Rides; Motor Boats & Pedalos for hire, plus much much more. Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner with a stunning Loch side view. 01887-830450 www.taymouthmarinarestaurant.com 01887-827085 www.taymouthmarinawatersports.com
The Big Shed Community hall and kitchen on Loch Tay available for weddings, parties & conferences. Great views & a friendly welcome. Check our website for concerts and events. 0750 864 6463 www.bigshed.org.uk
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“Perthshire’s Finest 9 Holes”, The Courtyard Bar & Restaurant, Delicatessen & Gift Shop & Trekking Stables by the beautiful village of Kenmore, Loch Tay. 01887 830226 www.taymouth.co.uk
Triathlon training holidays in the Scottish Highlands 90 mins from Edinburgh & Glasgow. Open water swimming in private estate loch, running & accompanied cycling. Strength, conditioning & nutritional advice. All ages, abilities, individuals & groups welcome. 07968 345241 www.trithehighlands.info
Crieff Golf Club established 1891
Rings of Breadalbane
Breadalbane.org