The Crannog Centre near Kenmore opened its doors to visitors once again for the 2019 season on the 30th March. The centre, one of only 2 of its kind in the UK, is a significant and unique historical site featuring a reconstructed Crannog, an Iron Age dwelling built over water, in this case Loch Tay.…
As the weather slowly starts warming up and Spring approaches, walking holidays in Scotland start taking off and becoming more popular again. The Rob Roy Way is an extremely popular and scenic route located in the heart of Perthshire. Spanning 79 miles. The route follows in the footsteps of the outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor and…
There’s nothing better than coming in from the cold, curling up in front of a log-fire and opening a good book this winter. And with Christmas fast approaching you might be on the lookout for those last-minute presents for friends and relatives. Well, there are plenty of great places to pick up some fantastic reads.…
Whether you celebrate the holidays or not, Christmas markets are among the most joyful events to attend this time of the year: from unique decorations and gifts to delicious foods and fun activities, these fairs truly have something to offer to everyone. However, it is easy to be overwhelmed by all the bright lights and…
Last Saturday, August 18th, Killin hosted the annual agricultural show. Every year the community gathers in Breadalbane Park to celebrate local activities and products. The festival started at 8.30 a.m. with the opening of the Food Court (just in time for breakfast!). The morning proceeded with a variety of competitions, shows and demonstrations. While local…
Killin is a small village located on the western bank of Loch Tay, the perfect destination for those looking for outdoor adventures. Salmon fishing and water sports are the two main attractions in the area, but this little centre has much more to offer than what meets the eye. The first point of interest we…
Walkhighlands features over 1,800 walks in all corners of Scotland, as well as more than 3,000 places to stay. Here is their quick pick of 16 of Scotland’s most beautiful villages which they published in an article some time ago. 1. The first village on their list is Killin and Loch Tay The popular village…