Blair Castle


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Blair Atholl
Pitlochry
Perthshire
PH18 5TL

Tel: +44 (0)1796 481 207
Fax: +44 (0)1796 481 487
Email: office@blair-castle.co.uk
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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Nestling like a white jewel in the dramatic Highland Perthshire landscape, Blair Castle has a fascinating history spanning seven centuries and beautiful landscaped gardens and grounds.

Famous as the last castle to be held under siege in 1746, Blair Castle's magnificent white walls have welcomed some of history's most illustrious figures including Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie and Queen Victoria. The castle is also home to the Atholl Highlanders, Europe's last remaining private army. An extensive tour takes in up to 30 rooms.

Blair Castle is at the hub of a breathtaking historic landscape, most of which was laid out in the 18th century and features a beautiful 9 acre walled garden with landscaped ponds a peaceful wooded grove, a ruined Celtic kirk, a red deer park and a whimsical gothic folly. Children will also enjoy the castle's woodland adventure playground.



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Opening Times
(2011 times)
Summer Opening:
1st April to 28th October 2011 (inclusive):
Daily 9.30am - 5.30pm last admission to Castle Tour by 4.30pm.

Winter Opening:
1st November - 24th March 2012:
Tuesday and Saturday 9.30am - 2.30pm.
(last admission to Castle Tour 1.30pm).

Festive opening:
28th to 31st December 10.00am - 3.00pm.

Admission Charges
(2011 prices)
Summer 2011:
House & Gardens:
Adult £9.25; Senior Citizen £7.95; Child £5.65.
Family Ticket £25.00.

Gardens Only:
Adult / Senior Citizen £5.10; Child £2.40; Family Ticket £12.50.

Winter 2011/12:
House & Gardens:
Adult £7.40; Senior Citizen £6.40; Child £4.50, Family Ticket £16.50

Gardens only:
Free entry.

Directions
Blair Castle and the village of Blair Atholl are just off the main Perth/Inverness road (A9), 35 miles north of Perth. Blair Atholl is approximately 90 minutes drive from Edinburgh and from Glasgow.

Blair Atholl Station has regular connecting services from all the major Scottish cities, and the Caledonian Sleeper to and from London Euston stops at Blair Atholl.
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Blair Castle Postcode for SatNav: PH18 5TL

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Killiecrankie (3 Miles)*
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Nearby Hotels
Bridge Of Tilt Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
The Bridge of Tilt Hotel is a former hunting lodge which borders the River Tilt and the pretty village of Blair Atholl. Here you can be sure of a warm Highland welcome from our General Manager and staff.
Atholl Palace Hotel (4 Miles)*
Superbly situated within 48 acres of award winning parkland the Atholl Palace Hotel is a picturesque and luxurious 4 star hotel which commands stunning views across the surrounding Highlands.
Pine Trees Hotel Pitlochry (6 Miles)*
Combining luxurious 4-star accommodation with individually tailored service, this beautiful traditional Scottish country house is set in 10 acres of tranquil private woodland, within walking distance of the town centre.
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Nearby Self Catering
The Grandtully (8 Miles)*
The Grandtully; formally The Grandtully Hotel. The property is undergoing a re-vamp throughout the year, but is operating effectively around the bookings. The Grandtully is perfectly situated about 40 metres from The River Tay.
The Bunkhouse (10 Miles)*
The Bunkhouse, Glassie Farm provides two fantastic hilltop family / group accommodation self-catering units with amazing views overlooking Aberfeldy, so when you visit Scotland be sure not to miss this idyllic retreat.
Moulin Vaddie (11 Miles)*
Beautifully renovated, traditional stone cottage with spectacular views of the stunning mountain Schiehallion to the south and Ben-a-Chuallaich to the north. The cottage is set entirely on its own in a remote valley.
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