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Attractions in Lochearnhead & Things to Do in Lochearnhead
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Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve
(6 Miles)*
Perthshire's highest mountain (3,984ft) with views from the Atlantic to the North Sea. |
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Moirlanich Longhouse
(7 Miles)*
An outstanding example of a traditional cruck frame cottage and byre, dating from the mid 19th century. |
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Drummond Castle Gardens
(16 Miles)*
The gardens you see today were probably already of some significance in 1630, since Mylne's sundial was put in position in that year. |
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Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park
(18 Miles)*
A visit to the park combines a mixture of driving through animal reserves then parking and walking through pets farm, playing in one of the many adventure areas, taking in the sea lion and falconry displays and visiting chimp island. |
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Ben Lomond
(20 Miles)*
The mountain, and over 5000 acres around it, are owned and managed by the National Trust for Scotland. |
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Gleneagles Golf Courses
(21 Miles)*
For those who are addicted to the game of golf, Gleneagles offers the chance to play on the world's finest courses. |
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National Wallace Monument
(21 Miles)*
Renew your acquaintance with Scotland's national hero and Hollywood legend, Sir William Wallace at the spectacular 220 foot high National Wallace Monument, completed in 1869. |
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Castle Menzies
(21 Miles)*
This spectacular sixteenth century castle, restored by the Menzies Clan Society welcomes visitors. Seat of the Chiefs of Clan Menzies for over 400 years. |
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Stirling Castle
(21 Miles)*
Towering over the city, Stirling Castle is amongst Scotland's most celebrated visitor attractions. |
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Argyll's Lodging
(22 Miles)*
Please note access is by pre-booked guided tour only through arrangement with Stirling Castle. |
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Smith Art Gallery & Museum
(22 Miles)*
Nestling beneath Stirling Castle, in the King's Park, the ancient hunting grounds of the Stuart monarchs, and now a suburb of opulent Victorian mansions, is the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum. |
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Bucinch & Ceardach
(23 Miles)*
Bucinch and Ceardach are two tiny uninhabited islands surrounded by the waters of Loch Lomond. They were presented to The National Trust for Scotland in 1943 by Col. Charles L. Spenser of Dumfries. |
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Bannockburn
(23 Miles)*
From this battlefield the Scots 'sent them homeward to think again', when Edward II's English army was soundly defeated by King Robert the Bruce. |
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Alloa Tower
(26 Miles)*
Alloa Tower is all that remains of a historic ancestral manor house, destroyed by fire in 1800. Its 11-ft-thick walls allow a unique opportunity for visitors to walk on the roof and enjoy the spectacular views. |
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Kilchurn Castle
(26 Miles)*
A square tower, built by Colin Campbell of Glenorchy c1550, Kilchurn Castle was much enlarged in 1693, incorporating the first purpose built barracks in Scotland. |
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Castle Campbell
(27 Miles)*
Traditionally known as the "Castle of Gloom", Castle Campbell is beautifully sited at the head of Dollar Glen. |
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Scottish Hydro Electric Visitor Centre, Dam and Fish Pass
(30 Miles)*
Situated within picturesque Pitlochry Power Station, the Centre features interactive exhibits tracing the history of hydro generation in Scotland from its origins in the 1940s to its current £250m refurbishment programme. |
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Hill House
(30 Miles)*
The finest of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's domestic creations, The Hill House sits high above the Clyde commanding fine views over the river estuary. |
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Huntingtower Castle
(30 Miles)*
Huntingtower Castle has two fine and complete towers, one of 15th to 16th century date, the other of 16th century origin. |
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Killiecrankie
(31 Miles)*
On the 27th July 1689, the Pass of Killiecrankie echoed with the sound of battle cries and gunfire when, nearby, a Jacobite army led by 'Bonnie Dundee' defeated the government forces under General Hugh Mackay. |
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Falkirk Wheel
(31 Miles)*
The Falkirk Wheel is a masterpiece of engineering which transports boats between the Forth and Clyde Canal and the Union Canal. It is the only circular boat lift in the world and is located |
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Blair Castle
(31 Miles)*
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. |
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Geilston Garden
(31 Miles)*
Set around Geilston House (not open to the public), which is thought to date from the late 17th century, this enchanting garden was first opened to visitors in 1998. |
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Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank
(31 Miles)*
A visit to the Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank is a unique chance to step back into the world of the Victorian ship designer. Built in 1882 the Denny Tank was the first commercial ship model testing tank built in the world. |
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Scone Palace
(32 Miles)*
Scone is a place that breathes history like nowhere else in Scotland. Poised above the River Tay, the Palace overlooks the routes north to the Highlands and east through Strathmore to the coast. |
Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Lochearnhead and things to do in Lochearnhead (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.
So if you're wondering what to do in Lochearnhead, simply click on some of the links on this page to see detailed information on places to go.
As you can see, there's plenty of ideas for family days out in Lochearnhead and the surrounding area - so you need never be short of places to go and things to do in Lochearnhead again.
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