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Perthshire visitor attractions participating in the VisitScotland Green Tourism Business Scheme(GTBS) are listed below. Simply scroll down to see a current listing of environmentally conscious castles, visitor centres and other fascinating places of interest. For further details on the scheme see Introduction.
Businesses can achieve one of three levels of award.
BRONZE - Environmental Commitment with basic good practice
SILVER - Environmental Performance with examples of good practice & performance improvement
GOLD - Excellence in Environmental Management with significant good practice and established systems
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ELCHO CASTLE - GOLD AWARD
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A handsome and complete fortified mansion of the 16th century with many original features including a ruined courtyard, chapel and round tower with kiln. Situated overlooking the River Tay, south west of Perth near the tiny hamlet of Rhynd. Open April to September.
Quality Assurance Award - 3 star Castle.
Elcho Castle, Near Perth, T: 01738 639998
Historic Scotland
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HIGHLAND ADVENTURE SAFARIS - GOLD AWARD
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Highland Adventure Safaris operate on the ethos that `environmental responsibility can be fun`and they are the first activity tourism operator in Scotland to gain a Gold Award in the Green Tourism Business Scheme. Eco-friendly Safari Lodge Visitor Centre with audio-visual display and Wildlife Discovery Garden. Landrover Safaris into the spectacular scenery of Highland Perthshire in search of mountain and forest wildlife. Member of Wild Scotland. Open all year.
Quality Assurance Award - 4 star Visitor Attraction
Highland Adventure Safaris, Drumdewan, by Aberfeldy, PH15 2JQ
T: 01887 820071 Highland Adventure Safaris
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KILLIECRANKIE VISITOR CENTRE - GOLD AWARD
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The excellent NTS visitor centre has displays on the natural history of the gorge of Killiecrankie and on the famous, bloody battle that took place there in 1698. Café, shop, picnic area and delightful walking trails in the ancient woodland beside the River Garry.
Site open all year. Visitor Centre open Easter to end October. Quality Assurance Award - 3 star Visitor Attraction.
Killiecrankie Visitor Centre, National Trust for Scotland (NTS), Killiecrankie, Pitlochry, PH16 5LG
T: 01796 473233
National Trust for Scotland
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KINDROGAN FIELD CENTRE - GOLD AWARD
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Kindrogan is a converted Victorian country house offering comfortable accommodation and dining facilities for groups and individuals. The centre has a comprehensive programme of environmental training courses and study holidays. Diverse topics range from Fungi of Highland Woods through to Autumn Birds and Landscape Photography. See website for up to date course listing Field Studies Council
Kindrogan Field Centre, Field Studies Council
Enochdhu, Blairgowrie, PH10 7PG T: 01250 870150
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PITLOCHRY FESTIVAL THEATRE - GOLD AWARD
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Scotland's International Festival Theatre with a rolling repertoire of six shows each summer season - comedies, historical dramas and tales of murder and suspense. Plus varied events programme during autumn, winter and spring. Restaurant, coffee shop and art exhibition. Quality Assurance Award - 4 star Arts Venue.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry, PH16 5DR
T: 01796 484626 Pitlochry Festival Theatre
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RSPB VANE FARM NATURE RESERVE - GOLD AWARD
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Loch Leven is a international hotspot for birds and other wildlife. Facilities at the RSPB Vane Farm Centre include 2 nature trails, 3 hides and an observation room - perfect for getting closer to the action, for both casual visitors and enthusiastic birdwatchers.
Coffee shop and large retail shop. Open all year.
Quality Assurance Award - 4 star Visitor Attraction.
RSPB Vane Farm Nature Reserve, Kinross, KY13 9LX
T: 01577 862355 RSPB
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SCOTTISH CRANNOG CENTRE - GOLD AWARD
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An award winning heritage attraction featuring Scotland's only authentic recreation of an Iron-Age loch dwelling. Experience life as it was on the loch 2500 years ago. Guided tours, video film and ancient crafts bring the past to life. Open mid-March to end October.
Quality Assurance Award - 5 star Visitor Attraction.
Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore, Loch Tay, PH15 2HY.
T: 01887 830583 Scottish Crannog Centre
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VISITSCOTLAND INFORMATION CENTRES IN PERTHSHIRE - GOLD AWARDS
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All VisitScotland Information Centres in Perthshire have participated in the Green Tourism Business Scheme since 2004 and all centres hold Gold Awards - a reflection of the importance we place on preserving our unspoilt environment for visitors today and in the future.
The VisitScotland Information Centres are dedicated to helping you make the most of your time in the area and provide a range of services. These include accommodation booking, a wide variety of ticket sales and information on attractions and activities in Perthshire and beyond.
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BLAIR CASTLE - SILVER AWARD
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Magnificent Blair Castle sits at the heart of Atholl Estates in Highland Perthshire. Over 700 years of history in 30 rooms. Stroll through the walled Hercules Garden or gaze skyward in Diana’s Grove, one of the best `big tree` experiences in Scotland. Red deer enclosure, Red Squirrel Trail, miles of walking and cycling options. Open daily from Easter to October plus Tuesday and Saturday mornings in winter. Quality Assurance Award - 5 star Castle
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, By Pitlochry, T: 01796 481207 Blair Castle
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HUNTINGTOWER CASTLE - SILVER AWARD
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A striking stone castle, dating from the 15th century, on the outskirts of Perth. Beautiful painted ceiling and fine views of the surrounding countryside from castle ramparts. Huntingtower was the scene of the mysterious Gowrie Conspirancy in 1582. Open all year.
Quality Assurance Award - 4 star Castle.
Huntingtower Castle, Huntingtower, Perth, PH1 3JR
T: 01738 627231 Historic Scotland
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LOCH LEVEN CASTLE - SILVER AWARD
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This is the island castle where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned in 1567. She eventually escaped with the help of her gaoler's son and within two weeks had fled Scotland, never to return. The castle is accessed via a lovely short ferry trip in an open boat across Loch Leven National Nature Reserve. Open April to September.
Quality Assurance Award - 4 star Visitor Attraction.
Loch Leven Castle, Loch Leven, by Kinross, KY13 7AR
T: 07778 040483 Historic Scotland
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LOCH OF THE LOWES VISITOR CENTRE - SILVER AWARD
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Visitor Centre and observation hides by tranquil Loch of the Lowes, 2 miles/3km east of Dunkeld. Breeding osprey and their chicks, plus wildfowl and other birds, can be seen from the hides. The centre has interactive displays, telescopes, binoculars and live nest cameras. Large viewing window onto open mixed woodland with feeders for red squirrels and woodland birds. Centre open Easter to September. Wildlife Reserve open all year. Quality Assurance Award - 3 star Visitor Attraction.
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre, Scottish Wildlife Trust, Loch of the Lowes, Dunkeld, PH8 0HH T: 01350 727337 Scottish Wildlife Trust
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MEIGLE SCUPLTURED STONE MUSEUM - SILVER AWARD
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Magnificent collection of 26 sculptured monuments of the Celtic Christian period - dating from the late 8th to 10th centuries. Open April to September. Quality Assurance Award - 3 star Visitor Attraction.
Meigle Sculptured Stones Museum, Meigle
By Coupar Angus, T: 01828 640612
Historic Scotland
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QUEEN'S VIEW VISITOR CENTRE - SILVER AWARD
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The centre is the focal point for the Tay Forest Park - a collection of delightful woodlands in Highland Perthshire. Famous viewpoint close to visitor centre with sweeping vistas across Loch Tummel to the distinctive peak of Schiehallion. Audio-visual film, exhibition, tearoom and shop. All facilities have all-abilities access. Forest trails nearby. Viewpoint open all year. Visitor Centre March to November. Quality Assurance Award - 3 star Visitor Attraction.
Queen's View Visitor Centre, Strathtummel
by Pitlochry, T: 01796 473123
Forestry Commission
Big Tree Country
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THE ELL SHOP - SILVER AWARD
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In days long gone market traders measured cloth lengths against the `Ell`, the old Scots measure of just over a metre. The original `Ell` can be seen outside The Ell Shop, a gift shop that supports the work of the National Trust for Scotland. Open daily Easter to December.
The Ell Shop, The Cross, Dunkeld, PH8 OAN T: 01350 727460
National Trust for Scotland
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SCONE PALACE - BRONZE AWARD
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This historic palace has magnificent formal rooms housing unique collections. Moot Hill, the crowning site of the Kings of Scots, lies within the grounds. Over 100 acres of gardens including pinetum, Murray Star Maze and Acer Garden. Coffee shop, gift shop, Palace Larder and licensed restaurant. Open Easter to end October. Grounds only open Fridays in winter, 10am to 4pm.
Quality Assurance Award - 4 star Historic House.
Scone Palace, Perth, PH2 6BD, T: 01738 552300
Scone Palace
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BRANKLYN GARDEN - BRONZE AWARD
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Described as the finest two acres of private garden in the country, this oasis of peace and colour is a real urban haven, within walking distance of Perth. Impressive collections of rare and unusual plants including Himalayan blue poppies, primulas, alpines, rhododendrons and fiery red Acer palmatum. Open April to October. Quality Assurance Award - 3 star Garden.
Branklyn Garden, 116 Dundee Road, Perth, PH2 7BB
T: 01738 625535 www.nts.org.uk
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HIGHLAND OFF ROAD - BRONZE AWARD
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Luxury Land Rover tours through some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery with the opportunity to view wildlife, fauna and flora. Plus a range of off-road driving experiences on quad bikes or 4 x 4 vehicles through the forests around Dunkeld. Quality Assurance Award - 4 star Activity Centre.
Wild Perthshire/Highland Off Road, The Steading
Dunkeld House Hotel, Dunkeld, PH8 OHX T: 01350 728700
www.wildperthshire.com
www.highlandoffroad.com
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