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Welcome to Blairgowrie Scotland
 Amongst
locals, the town is colloquially known simply as "Blair". Blairgowrie
is the larger of the two former burghs and lies on the south-west side
of the River Ericht while Rattray is on the north-east side.
The River is crossed by the Brig o' Blair. The town lies on the north
side of Strathmore at the foot of the Grampian Mountains.
The west boundary is formed by the Knockie, a round grassy hill which
is popular walk.
Blairgowrie & Rattray developed over the centuries at the crossroads
of several important historic routes with links from the town to Perth,
Coupar Angus, Alyth and Braemar.
The roads to Coupar Angus and Braemar form part of General Wade's military
road from Perth to Fort George. The town's main feature and centrepiece
is the Wellmeadow, a grassy triangle in the middle of town which hosts
regular markets and outdoor entertainment. Other parks include Rattray's
Davie Park, Blairgowrie's J J Coupar Sports Ground and Lochy Park.
Blairgowrie has always been one of a pair with Rattray, on the opposite
side of the River Ericht. This already had a school by 1600. In the early
1700s Blairgowrie became the starting point for the military road north
to Braemar, finished in 1725. This took a route up the west side of the
River Ericht from Blairgowrie. At about the same time Blairgowrie was
connected to Rattray by a bridge.
Accommodation in and around Blairgowrie
Price Guide - per person based on sharing room: 
under $40 -  $41
- 70 -  more than
$70
Mains
of Soilzarie Coach House
Welcome
to Mains of Soilzarie Coach House & Farmhouse. Luxury FIVE Star
Self-Catering and stylish Bed and Breakfast holiday accommodation
in a stunning rural location in Perthshire, Scotland. Set in 5 acres
of land, Mains of Soilzarie enjoys an outstanding rural location
in the heart of Scotland.
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Forter
Castle
Blairgowrie 
Surrounded
by Glenisla's stunning scenery, Forter Castle was originally built
in 1560 and enjoys a history as rich as the countryside in which
it sits. The castle sleeps twelve comfortably; there are three four
poster beds, one double and then two further rooms with the option
of double or twins.
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West
Freuchies
Blairgowrie 
Welcome
to West Fruchies. Nestling in mature grounds and surrounded by panoramic
Scottish countryside, West Freuchies stands amongst the hills and
forests of the beautiful and spectacular valley that is Glenisla
- on the borders of East Perthshire and Angus.
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Ridgeway
Bed & Breakfast Blairgowrie 
Ridgeway
Bed and Breakfast, Blairgowrie, Perthshire, in the Heart of Scotland.
High quality STB three star accommodation in beautiful Perthshire
countryside. Easy access to many attractions including golf courses,
castles, whisky distilleries and mountains.
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Glenshieling
House Lodge Blairgowrie 
Welcome
to Glenshieling House, We cater for Singles, Couples, groups of
Friends and the self-catering Lodge, (sleeps 5), is ideal for Families.
Our aim is to look after you and to provide for your comfort and
wellbeing. We want you to feel relaxed and pampered during your
stay with us.
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Ivybank
Guest House
Blairgowrie 
Ivybank
is a large Victorian house, set in approximately one acre of gardens,
with a welcoming, relaxed and friendly atmosphere.This family-run
guest house has six en-suite bedrooms and one with private facilities.
The non-smoking policy ensures that all rooms are clean and fresh.
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Lunanbrae
Blairgowrie 
What
reward, after that long journey through beautiful Perthshire, to
be warmly welcomed and relax to enjoy the high level of comfort,
atmosphere and ambiance of this beautifully well appointed spacious
bungalow all there to make your holiday a little more special.
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Blairgowrie
Holiday Park Lodges Blairgowrie 
The
Wood family invites you to stay in one of our 5 star holiday parks
in Scotland. The perfect holiday park where you can own your own
holiday home, escape for a short break or family holiday in a superb
Pine Lodge or Thistle-award caravan, or bring your own touring caravan.
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This original bridge was washed away in the 1840s, but quickly replaced
with another. The bridge linking the two parts of the community today
has been considerably expanded to cope with the traffic now making use
of it.
The settlement's growth owed a great deal to the strength of the waters
of the River Ericht as it flowed south from the Cairngorms. Water-powered
linen mills were starting to take advantage of the location by 1790, when
100 weavers were employed.
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