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At the car park their is a notice board with detailed map of different walks you can take starting from the car park. Each walk is colour coded and on the trail you will see wooden posts with different coloured arrows pointing you in the correct direction for your particular walk. We did the Banvie Burn and Bridges walk which took us slowly upwards through a forest (Banvie Woods) with a ravine to our left, a little later passing by a quaint old stone bridge, then some minutes later reaching and crossing the Upper Banvie Bridge. Once you cross this bridge you are on the route back which follows the stream but on the other side this time. We made a side trip where a sign saying "Whim" led us to some Gothic Arches where you could have a good view of Blair Atholl Castle. Rejoin the main track and then you will pass the small community of Old Blair where there is a ruined church. Soon after you will recognise the intersection that you passed on the way in, and from here just retrace your footsteps to the car park. The hike is 4 miles and should take you less than 2 hours depending on how many stops you make. There are several other walks from the car park you can take, including Glen Banvie and Bruar Circuit that is around 10 miles and should be covered in about 4 hours.
Written Apr 6, 2012
Queens View is one of the most famous views in Scotland, looking out across Loch Tummel from the north. It's very easy to get to from Blair Atholl where we were staying. It's also just off the main A9 road, so if you're staying elsewhere you should have no problem finding it. It's around 6 miles along a winding road, so I'd recommend going by car or cycling. We went by car.
It's said the view was made famous by the visit of Queen Victoria in 1866. However, a plaque at the site suggest it may actually have gotten it's name from Queen Isabella, wife of Robert Bruce, who visited the spot frequently.
The view itself is free, however a £1 car parking charge is needed. There is nowhere else to park, so unfortauntely the payment is mandatory. Although, in fairness, if you manage to get here on a clear day, the view is worth the £1.
There are other facilities here including toilets, small cafe and gift shop, which sells most of the usual Scotland related bits and bobs - tartan, mugs, pens, t-shirts and shortbread.
A very worthwhile visit.
Written Sep 14, 2007
Address: North edge of Loch Tummel
Phone: 01350 727284
Website: http://www.forestry.gov.uk/website/recreation.nsf/LUWebDocsByKey/ScotlandPerthandKinrossTayForestParkAlleanQueensViewCentre
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On the way from Edinburgh to Inverness we saw this amazing castle.
The castle is the home of the dukes of Atholl for more than 700 years and the architecture is Magnificent.
Inside the castle we saw a lot of weapons and heads of hunted animals.
I don't remember but i think you can't take photos inside the castle.
Updated Jun 8, 2005
Address: Blair Atholl Pitlochry Perthshire
Phone: 44(0)1796 481207
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This is a room to honor the first earl of Atholl.
This is a nice room.
Didnt i mention that you should not take pictures inside the castle ?
;-)
Written Jun 7, 2005
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This is the main entrance to the castle.
From here you drive with your car to the parking lot and a few minutes walking to the castle.
Written Jun 7, 2005
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Beside the castle you can enjoy walking in the garden near the castle.
The trails are marked and you can enjoy the walk without the fear that you will get lost
Written Jun 7, 2005
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This castle was on our way from edinburgh to inverness so we decided to see this lovely place. with a lot of green trees and peacocks. you can spent 2-3 hours here.
This was just a short break, 3 nights to be exact, and was focused solely on relaxing. We planned a couple of visits to a few different places, but tried to make sure it wasn't as hectic as some of......
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