A Traveler's Guide To Blairgowrie Perth And Kinross
In Perth and Kinross lies the sleepy town of Blairgowrie which is located in a beautiful scenic part of north east Scotland and is renowned for its berries because of nearby agricultural industries which harvest raspberries and strawberries. It lies beside the River Ericht and is a haven for wildlife.
Visitors en route to Glenshee often find Blairgowrie a fantastic stop off point and a place to rest and relax at one of the many pubs and enjoy a pint and some traditional Scottish cuisine around an open fire.
If you are looking for grassy green glens, snow peaked mountains and woody trails then Blairgowrie is your first point of entry to some beautiful scenery. Mountain bikers can hire bikes in the town and many trails begin here for hikers through dark forests and open glens.
The sixty-mile Cateran Trail is a long distance footpath which starts in Blairgowrie and loops around through the northern glens. The trail takes around five days to complete and if you are interested in tackling this then there are numerous places to stop off and get a good night's rest on the way. Interestingly it follows along the route that medieval cattle thieves would use to flee from their crimes.
Golf lovers will be pleased to know that Blairgowrie golf club features two eighteen hole courses and they can enjoy a game or two here. Scotland is a nation of avid golfers and fans won't be disappointed by this historic course established in 1889. Anglers can indulge their thrill of the catch as salmon is found in plenty along the river and bird watchers can pass the time exploring all the fascinating wildlife to be found here
Blairgowrie once provided employment opportunities for much of the linen weaving industry and evidence of this can be found as you hike along the river. There is the Keathbank Mill, famous for it's large water wheel which forges a strong link to the past.
Blairgowrie's major claim to fame is the legend that St Ninian, the eighth century Christian saint, once camped at Wellmeadow, a triangular patch of grass in the center of the town and Hamish Henderson, the poet, once resided here.
From haggis, neeps and tatties through to fish and chips you can sample some traditional and hearty Scottish fare at the many eateries and inns in the are. Bed and breakfasts are reasonably priced and you can enjoy a nightcap of whisky by the open fire before you rest your well traveled limbs for the night.
