Out and around Pitlochry

Within a half hours drive north lies the dramatic Pass of Killiecrankie scene of the famous battle, with a visitor centre operated by the National Trust for Scotland and the falls of bruar near blair atholl.....Site of the Battle of Killiecrankie in 1689 where the first shots in the Jacobite cause were fired. In Blair Atholl, see the white-turreted Blair Castle with its superb collections of paintings and armoury, then learn about more humble ways of life at the Atholl Country Collection, the Blair Atholl Mill, a working oatmeal mill, or at the Clan Donnachaidh Centre at Bruar. Emerging from the north end of Loch Garry, the River Garry flows southeast for 22 miles (35 km) through Atholl in highland Perth and Kinross before joining the Tummel 2 miles (3 km) northeast of Pitlochry. On its course through the Pass of Drumochter and on to the Pass of Killiecrankie, the river falls nearly 300m (1000 feet) and skirts the settlements of Calvine, Blair Atholl and Killiecrankie. Described by Queen Victoria as "very fine, rolling over large stones, and forming perpetual falls", the principal tributaries of the Garry are the Edendon, Ender, Bruar, Tilt, Allt Girnaig and Errochtry. Nearby Moulin has a more ancient history. The Earl of Atholl granted Moulin Church to Dunfermline Abbey in 1180. In 1511 Moulin became a burgh of barony. The Kirk was rebuilt in 1613 and the Moulin Arms dates from 1695. In common with much of Perthshire

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Lecht Ski Resort

Within an easy 90 minute drive from Pitlochry you can even reach the Lecht ski resort www.lecht.co.uk Tel (01975) 651440. This fantastic activity centre is best suited to beginners and intermediates, featuring an exellent Dry Ski slope. The longest natural run being 900m, there is also a network of short lifts on both sides of the A939 Cockbridge–Tomintoul road. Straddling the A939 on the famous Cockbridge to Tomintoul road, the Lecht 2090 sits feet above sea level amid the beauty of the Eastern Cairngorms. This natural playground offers exciting outdoor activities throughout the year from Deval Karts / ride (incl. Uplift), Quad Bikes / session, Fun Karts / session, Kiddie Karts / session, Chairlift / return ride, Summer Ski or Board.

 

Skiing conditions in the Cairngorms are good and on a clear, sunny day and with good snow, you can enjoy some decent skiing. However, at weekends, in conditions like these, expect the slopes to be very busy. Glenlivet ideally placed in the Cairngorms, offers easy access to both alpine (downhill) and nordic (cross-country) skiing, as well as the increasingly popular snowboarding.

 

Cairngorm, which has almost 30 runs spread over an extensive area. The Lecht is the most remote centre, and is good for beginners and families and for nordic skiing. The resort has a ski patrol and facilities for snowboarding. The Lecht has a wonderful new centre and is ideal for sking and snowboarding in winter and in summer such things as tubing and go karts.

The high season is from January to April but it is possible to ski from as early as November to as late as May. (3 and 7 day Special prices available...please ask for details of availability)

Ben Rinnes is a landmark in this area and can be seen from all angles as you drive towards Dufftown or Aberlour from the cottages and can even be viewed from Spey Bay on the Moray Firth coast. You can enjoy a wonderful holiday in the remote wilderness area of the Cairngorm National Park in winter and spring. This is an ideal area for walking by the river Livet or cycling on the waymarked trails on the Glenlivet estate and enjoying wonderful wildlife. There are excellent opportunities for golfing, fishing, sking at the Lecht or Cairngorms, touring the castle and whisky trails. Relax while driving on quiet roads off the beaten track in North East Scotland.

Resort altitude: Top: 793m - bottom: 643m. Lifts in area 14

Up to date snow reports also the www.lecht.co.uk/wap