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Perthshire Big Tree Country

With more than 200,000 acres of woodlands, which include more champion trees than anywhere else in the UK, Perthshire is Big Tree Country. Together these create Scotland's most spectacular trees and woodlands, where there are lots of different experiences to discover and enjoy.

Perthshire Big Tree Country is one of the best places in Scotland for leaf-peeping this autumn!

We have brought together 18 of the best tree and woodland sights from across Perthshire Big Tree County and grouped them together around seven locations. Have fun exploring!

Perthshire Big Tree Country interactive map

If you like what you see here, check out our Perthshire Big Tree Country Interactive Map as well. As the seasons change, so does the magnificence of Perthshire Big Tree Country. Use the map to find out where you can go to see natural phenomena like spring bluebells, autumn colours and year-round amazing views as and when they happen and get hints about itineraries around the sites you fancy visiting.

Please enjoy the outdoors responsibly and take care to observe social distancing. See the COVID-19 Outdoors Access Guidance.

Aberfeldy

Aberfeldy

Visit the Birks of Aberfeldy, which inspired Scotland's national bard Robert Burns, or Cluny House Gardens – home to Britain's widest tree and a great place to spot red squirrels. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2016

Updated: 11th November, 2020

Author: Elaine Hill

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Blair Atholl

Blair Atholl

Explore a landscape shaped by the ‘Planting Dukes’ of Atholl. Discover how the Roman goddess of hunting and a collection of ‘big trees’ are connected and how Robert Burns helped shape the banks of a waterfall. Read more

Published: 19th August, 2016

Updated: 18th November, 2020

Author: Elaine Hill

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Crieff & Strathearn

Crieff & Strathearn

Stroll along Lady Mary's Walk, climb up The Knock for breath-taking panoramic views, or visit Glen Lednock for atmospheric woods and dramatic waterfalls. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2016

Updated: 26th January, 2021

Author: Elaine Hill

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  • Perthshire Big Tree Country
Dunkeld & Birnam

Dunkeld & Birnam

Visit the 500-year-old Birnam Oak, the spectacular viewpoint at Pine Cone Point, the grounds at Dunkeld House Hotel or The Hermitage – the most popular woodland in Perthshire Big Tree Country. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2016

Updated: 28th September, 2020

Author: Elaine Hill

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  • Perthshire Big Tree Country
Perth & Scone

Perth & Scone

Visit Kinnoull Hill Woodland Park in the 'fair city' of Perth, where Kinnoull Tower overlooks the River Tay, or explore Scone Palace with its awe-inspiring pinetum and magnificent Douglas Fir. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2016

Updated: 1st March, 2021

Author: Elaine Hill

Comments: 1

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Pitlochry

Pitlochry

Allean Forest, Faskally Woods, the Pass of Killiecrankie and Queen's View - the most popular tourist site in Perthshire - combine for an unforgettable day out in Perthshire Big Tree Country. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2016

Updated: 14th January, 2021

Author: Elaine Hill

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  • Perthshire Big Tree Country
Rannoch

Rannoch

Visit the rugged scenery of Highland Perthshire above Loch Rannoch to see remnants of ancient Caledonian forests that used to cover the whole Highland area. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2016

Updated: 26th January, 2021

Author: Elaine Hill

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  • Perthshire Big Tree Country
Supporting Perthshire Big Tree Country scheme

Supporting Perthshire Big Tree Country scheme

The Supporting Perthshire Big Tree Country scheme creates a way for Perthshire’s businesses to contribute towards key conservation and environmental projects in our countryside. Read more

Published: 4th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd February, 2021

Author: Constance Boddice

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  • Business Support Schemes
Video of PBTC

Video of PBTC

Enjoy a stunning overview of the history and landscape of Perthshire Big Tree Country. Read more

Published: 5th September, 2016

Updated: 22nd January, 2020

Author: Morag Watson

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    Top 10 Autumn Walks in Perthshire

    There is nowhere better in Scotland to take in the glorious colours of autumn than Perthshire. Home of Big Tree Country, the whole area blazes with reds, oranges and golds as the leaves turn. Salmon leaping and dear rutting add to the seasonal sights and sounds waiting to be discovered.

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    Nestled on the banks of the River Ericht in the heart of Scotland, the Perthshire town of Blairgowrie & Rattray is ideally located for a day trip and or use as a base to explore Central and Eastern Scotland.

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    Crieff is a bustling country town set amidst magnificent Perthshire scenery. It straddles the Highland Boundary Fault where the rolling Lowland landscape meets majestic Highland terrain.

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    There are SO many fascinating and beautiful walks across Perthshire. Check out the leaflets available to download and plan your next adventure.

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