Loch Of Clunie - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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The Loch of Clunie has been the site of a fortification for over a thousand years. On its western shore the Hill of Clunie Castle existed no later than the ninth century AD and this was later rebuilt into a motte-and-bailey fortification. In the late fifteenth century this was replaced by an L-plan Tower House known as Clunie Castle.Address : Loch Of Clunie, Blairgowrie PH10, UK
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Loch of LowesLoch of the Lowes is a loch near Dunkeld in Perth and Kinross, Scotland. The loch and the surrounding area are designated as a wildlife reserve, run by the Scottish Wildlife Trust. The loch is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, as well as forming part of a Special Area of Conservation. It also hosts a variety of wildlife, including a pair of breeding ospreys, red squirrels, otters and beavers.
Meikleour Beech HedgesThe Meikleour Beech Hedge, located near Meikleour, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, was planted in the autumn of 1745 by Jean Mercer and her husband, Robert Murray Nairne on the Marquess of Lansdowne's Meikleour estate. It is said the hedge grows towards the heavens because the men who planted it were killed at the Battle of Culloden. The hedge is noted in the Guinness World Records as the tallest and longest hedge on earth, reaching 30 metres in height and 530 metres in length.
Birnam OakThe Birnam Oak is an iconic tree on the outskirts of the Perthshire village and celebrated in Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Sometimes known as Macbeth's oak, as it is a relic of Birnam Wood, mentioned in William Shakespeare's play, the tree is found in a strip of woodland on the south bank of the River Tay. The trunk is 5.5 metres wide and its large spreading branches have latterly been supported on a number of struts to prevent them from collapsing under their own weight.
Birnam ArtsA delightful multi-purpose arts, conferencing and entertainment facility centrally located in the picturesque Highland Perthshire community of Dunkeld & Birnam. The venue is bright and airy, dominated by natural light and with its imaginative use of internal space and delicious catering, Birnam Arts is a welcoming and inspiring platform for small to mid range events.
Loch OrdieLoch Ordie is a classic freshwater hill loch east of the River Tay, and surrounded by wooded hills, in the Forest of Clunie.There are a number of lochs and lochans in the area and Loch Ordie is particular attractive. It is an excellent area for wildlife and you may even be lucky enough to spot an osprey fishing.
The HermitageThe Hermitage is a National Trust for Scotland-protected site in Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross. Located just to the west of the A9, it sits on the banks of the River Braan in Craigvinean Forest. It has a magical mixture of waterfalls, imposing trees & intriguing man-made features, including Ossian's Hall. A waymarked trail runs through as well as the Braan and Inver walks. Enjoy great autumn colour, snowdrops, bluebells & red squirrels.
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Perth and KinrossPerth and Kinross is one of the 32 council areas of Scotland and a Lieutenancy Area. It borders onto the Aberdeenshire, Angus, Argyll and Bute, Clackmannanshire, Dundee, Fife, Highland and Stirling council areas. Perth is the administrative centre. With the exception of a large area of south-western Perthshire, the council area mostly corresponds to the historic counties of Perthshire and Kinross-shire.
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