Perthshire, Stirling and Scotlands Attractions
Scottish Castles - The Big Tree Country - Knock of Crieff - Gleneagles
Drummond Castle Gardens - Edinburgh - Glasgow - St Andrews - Stirling Castle
 There is so much happening around Perthshire and Scotland , that here, we tell you what is going on so as to whet your appetite before you come.
Aside from being located in the very centre of Scotland and therefore highly accessible from just about all of the UK, Perthshire is the number one activities and adventure holiday destination in Scotland and boasts an unrivalled range and variety of outdoor activities - all within a compact area.
Perthshire sits astride the Highland Boundary Fault, where Highlands meet Lowlands. It is this natural phenomenon that gives this area the terrific mix of terrain which forms the playground for many of the outdoor pursuits, be they on land, water or in the air.
 In Perthshire you'll find the widest range of activities imaginable ranging from the mainstream activities of walking, angling, cycling and golf to the more unique pursuits of cliff jumping, skydiving, hang-gliding, canyoning or a relaxing Highland Adventure Safari.
For full details of all the activities available in this area click on the links to the left of this page. If you need further information about outdoor activities in Perthshire please contact us direct by filling our the enquiry form or phoning us or you can look at visitscotland Perth on www.perthshire.co.uk.
Glenturret Distillery - the Grouse Experience - Visit Glenturret Distillery in Crieff which is the oldest distillery in Scotland.
Tullibardine Distillery Blackford (just along the road from Morrisons Holiday Homes). This distillery is well worth a visit and is also very good for Sunday lunch etc.
The Scottish Liqueur Centre in Bankfoot Perthshire - The Liquer Centre and visitors centre is well worth a visit.
Baxters in Blackford - A morning or afternoon can be spent here shopping and enjoying lunch or coffee. There pancakes are made to order and we thoroughly recommend them.
Innerpeffray Library - This library is just 3 miles from Morrisons Holiday Homes and was the first lending library in Scotland.
Perth Leisure Pool - Visit Perth Leisure Pool and have a great day out with the family.
Noah's Ark Glendevon Farm in Perth - Children just love this specially designed Play Barn for the under 12's.
Crieff Visitors Centre - This Visitors Centre has a great shop, garden centre and Restaurant
Do It Outdoors Auchterarder - Hill Walking, Mountain Biking, Fishing, Bush Craft.
Blair Castle - Welcome to Blair Castle , the ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. The castle enjoys one of Scotland 's finest settings in the heart of Highland Perthshire.
House of Bruar, near Blair Atholl - visit the many shops at House of Bruar.
Scone Palace - Scone is a place that breathes history like nowhere else in Scotland .
Perthshire Gardens - The fertile soil and gentle climate of Perthshire have long inspired botanists, gardeners and horticulturists. That's why you'll find some of Britain 's most colourful gardens here - from small, privately-owned and lovingly-tended gardens full of specialist plants and flowers, to sumptuous, formal gardens in the grounds of stately homes.
Drummond Castle Gardens - Drummond Castle Gardens is not to be missed on your visit to this area. They are about 6 miles from Morrisons Holiday Homes in the direction of Crieff.
Ardoch Roman Camp Braco and Antonine Wall. The Roman Camp at Ardoch Braco is virtually on our doorstep approx 6 miles away. Click on the link to read about this part of our History.
The Falkirk Wheel - This massive and unique engineering project is very well worth a visit and was visited by thousands of visitors last year and is a very popular attraction.
The Scottish Crannog Centre Kenmore Perthshire -Travel back in time 2,500years to see how the Crannog dwellers lived lived.
Ben Lawers Killin- Perthshire's highest mountain(3984ft) with views from the Atlantic to the North Sea
Glasgow Museums - are well worth a visit in particular is Kelvingrove Art Gallary - Glasgow is one hour by car or train from Morrisons Holiday Homes.
The Wallace Monument - just outside Stirling is worth a visit and it was featured in the film Bravehart.
Dunblane Cathedral - 10 minutes drive from Auchterarder
Scottish Wildlife Trust -Loch of the Lowes near Dunkeld.
Glamis Castle
Glamis Castle, childhood home of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother is situated five miles from Forfar, in the fertile valley of Strathmore. Glamis is set in the rolling hills of Angus, approximately 20km from Dundee, in an area of considerable ancient history.
Stirling Castle Events
Many events are staged at Stirling Castle.
Falkland Palace
The only Royal Palace in the care of the National Trust for Scotland, Falkland Palace is an impressive Renaissance building set in the heart of the town at the foot of the Lomond Hills. Built by James IV and James V between 1450 and 1541 the Palace was a country residence of the Stuart monarchs of Scotland for over 200 years. Lush green lawns, colourful herbaceous borders and many unusual shrubs and trees complete the setting for this memorable property.
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