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Pitlochry is one of Scotland's most beautiful and vibrant places to visit.
In the heart of Scotland with real hospitality, clear sparkling air, beautiful scenery, rich clan history, fine food, plenty of space and lots to see and do. Pitlochry is primarily a holiday destination, which caters for the holiday maker year round in its own special way.
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
There is always something happening in Pitlochry whatever the time of year. Come along and experience our events and festivals.
Do you love the outdoors?
From local walks to stunning golf courses - come & experience the great outdoors in & around Pitlochry
Scottish Government current Guidelines mean Pitlochry is now open to all visitors from the UK.
International visitors may now visit Scotland without quarantine if their home country is on the Scottish Government Green list.
Face masks are still mandatory in shops, hospitality venues whilst not seated and on public transport and at Railway Stations. Venues are still collecting contact details until further notice for Track and Trace.
Please be aware that not all businesses are running at full capacity as yet and our advice is to book ahead if you can, it is very busy here.
Pitlochry has been very busy these past few weeks, so please be patient when you visit. Our Car Parks are on Atholl Road, Ferry Road and West End, please use them. On street parking on Atholl Road and the main side streets is limited to 30 minutes only. Don't get caught out.
We welcome visitors to Pitlochry and Highland Perthshire, but ask you to be mindful of restrictions to keep yourselves and our Community safe. Please be patient and kind, we are all in this together.
Are you visiting and staying in Pitlochry and want to find out what's on?
An 81 mile circular challenge, and open to riders aged between 18 and 80, it is Britain's first mass closed-road cycling event and traverses some of the most beautiful parts of Highland Perthshire.
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A Highland Night is an evening of traditional entertainment, full of Scottish Music and Dance, hosted by the Vale of Atholl Pipe Band. The evening begins at about 19:30 with the Pipe Band marching.
Play in Scotland's most Iconic Ladies Open Amateur Weeks. A week of Golf and social events second to none. Pitlochry Golf Course is proud to welcome you to the home of the Highland Open.
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Play in Scotland's most Iconic Gents Open Amateur Weeks. A week of Golf and social events second to none. Pitlochry Golf Course is proud to welcome you to the home of the Highland Open.
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The Pitlochry Market will run on every 3rd Saturday from April to October. We also intend to run a weekly market during the 3 main school holiday periods. Easter, Summer and October Holidays.
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With dazzling visuals and innovative design set against an original music score explore the stunning autumn woodland setting of Faskally Wood near Pitlochry. Scotland's premier sound and light experience.
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These games were first held on the 10th September 1852 and have been held annually on the 2nd Saturday in September except for the period of the World Wars. Gates open 9.30 am Games from 10.30am to 5.30pm
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Come along and join us on the dance floor, or watch and listen to the music provided by some of Scotland's best bands. Everyone is welcome to attend. Admission: Dancer: £7, Spectator: £2
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Taking place every year in March, the festival takes place in Pitlochry's town hall and McKay's Bar
1st January 2022 - CANCELLED
The New Year celebration was started by Pitlochry's Community Council to mark the new millennium. It was such a success that it has continued and grown year on year, with some 3,000 people participating each year. Hopefully it will return in 2023!
All The Pitlochry Local Groups and Culture Events
Known affectionately by many as the “Theatre in the Hills”, Pitlochry Festival Theatre (PFT) is a focal point in Highland Perthshire life, offering a varied and exciting programme of events all year round.
Welcome to another packed programme of plays, concerts and workshops at Scotland’s Theatre in the Hills. Plan your trip to see one or more of these fabulous productions this Summer season.
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The Pitlochry Winter Lighting Scheme starts in early October and runs until late February each year. The town is illuminated with over 60 winter LED lights and lighting features across the dark winter months.
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Pitlochry is very proud of its busy Station. Direct links to Inverness, Edinburgh and London Kings Cross make for pleasant travelling and enjoying the stunning scenery.
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One of Pitlochry's real strengths as a town is that it has a large number of volunteer groups and organisations, all working for the good of the town each has its own particular area of specialism. Every group contributes something to the town in some way or another, working together, to help to make Pitlochry what it is today, a successful vibrant highland town.
Groups include Pitlochry in Bloom, the Bowling Club, the Atholl Players and the Community Choir to name just a few.
Find Out MoreFind out all the local shops and museums in Pitlochry
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