Pitlochry

Place in Perth and Kinross, Scotland

Coordinates:56.705, -3.732
OS grid ref:NN 94 58
Population:2,860
Dialling code: 01796
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Pitlochry in Perth and Kinross, Scotland is a compact Victorian resort set on the banks of the River Tummel beside Loch Faskally, acting as a gateway to the southern Cairngorms. The town grew after the arrival of the railway in the 19th century and is dominated by walks up Ben Vrackie, which gives fine views over the surrounding glens.

It mixes tourism and local industry: the Pitlochry Dam and hydro scheme created the loch and a well-known salmon ladder, while small whisky producers such as Edradour add character. Cultural life centres on the Pitlochry Festival Theatre and seasonal events like the Highland Games, so the economy leans heavily on hospitality, outdoor pursuits and heritage tourism.

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Example postcodes in Pitlochry

PH16 5HB, PH16 5HH, PH16 5QP, PH16 5FP, PH16 5BD, PH16 5BH, PH16 5AP, PH16 5HY, PH16 5SR … See all

Transport links

  • Edinburgh Airport 54 miles
  • Inverness Airport 59.1 miles
  • Pitlochry Railway Station 0.3 miles
  • Blair Atholl Railway Station 6.1 miles

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Schools in Pitlochry

  • Pitlochry High School All ages

Local points of interest

  • Balnakeilly Estate 1 mile
  • Lude House Estate 5.3 miles
  • Bolfracks Estate Estate 9.2 miles
  • Taymouth Castle Estate 12 miles
  • Dalmunzie Estate Estate 12.3 miles
  • Forest of Atholl Forest 13.5 miles
  • Drummond Hill Forest 13.7 miles
  • Murthly Castle Estate 14.8 miles
  • Forest of Alyth Forest 15.4 miles
  • Forter Castle Historic site 15.7 miles
  • Inchtuthil Archaeological site 16.3 miles
  • Tulchan Lodge Estate 16.9 miles