With an abundance of Whiskey Distilleries and famous breweries throughout Scotland there is no better place to savour the national tipple of a dram of single Malt or quality real ale than in one of the many welcoming Scottish public houses. Friendly inns offer wholesome home cooked food for all the family, ultra modern glass and light filled domes attract the young and traditional country pubs reveal thick stone walls, exposed beams and roaring log fires.
Many pubs and bars have their own programme of live music from jazz, and folk to rock and rhythm ‘n blues, played by Scottish artists. It is often possible to take part in a jam session where you can join in and sing traditional Scottish songs in what is known as a true Ceilidh, or gathering of friends for song or storytelling.
Allow yourself to partake of warm Scottish hospitality by including in your plans a visit to some of our wonderful Scottish pubs during your stay. Whether you are looking to savour fine wines, require a lunch stop or refreshment after a long day touring, shopping or if coming in off the hill, you are always assured of a warm welcome. What better way to sample one of Scotland’ many famous Malt Whiskies than to savour it in the company of new found friends!
The Royal Hotel in Blairgowrie centre has a programme of Ceilidh nights and folk music throughout the summer months.
Blairgowrie Bars:
Angus Hotel Blairgowrie
Hosts a Traditional Scottish Evening every Tuesday from May to September
Hosts a Traditional Scottish Evening every Tuesday from May to September
Perth Bars:
There are many pubs of character waiting to be discovered in the Fair City of Perth www.perfectperth.com Blairgowrie to Perth 16miles / 26kms
Taybank Hotel, Dunkeld
The Taybank is renowned as the Musical Gathering place once owned by the famous Scottish singer and songwriter Dougie Maclean and is the meeting place for the Taybank Folk Club. There is a varied programme of events throughout the year and for a taste of real traditional Scottish music check the following website for details.
www.thetaybank.com Blairgowrie to Dunkeld (Follow the A923) 12 miles/18.5 kms
Chapelhill Inn
www.thetaybank.com Blairgowrie to Dunkeld (Follow the A923) 12 miles/18.5 kms
Chapelhill Inn
A lovely Traditional Inn with open fire in the hills not far from Perth centre
www.chapelhillinn.com Blairgowrie to Logiealmond 17 miles/28kms
www.chapelhillinn.com Blairgowrie to Logiealmond 17 miles/28kms
The Glenfarg Hotel
The Glenfarg Hotel bar has long been renowned for its warm welcome and you may well find yourself in the company of famous national or international artists who come here to play traditional Scottish and folk music
www.glenfarghotel.co.uk Blairgowrie to Glenfarg: 27 miles/44 kms
The Hairst Sessions have a fantastic line up of live music in various venues in Angus. Bookmark the following link and keep checking in for the 2008 programme! www.nigelsjelks.co.uk
Join the Angus Folk at the Three Bellies Brae on Tuesdays for a sociable drink and a song or three, join in or just listen in.
www.angusfolk.org Blairgowrie to Angus 63 miles/102kms
The famous Hawes Inn in South Queensferry nestling between the impressive Forth Road and Rail Bridges was the very pub where Robert Louis Stevenson was inspired during his stay to write his greatest book ‘Kidnapped’ Blairgowrie to South Queensferry (M90) 50 miles/80 kms
Further afield:
The Famous Clachaig Inn, Glencoe Pub with live music, good food and outstanding scenery
www.clachaig.com Blairgowrie to Glencoe 103 miles/165.5 kms
The Old Forge, Knoydart
Scotland’s Remotest Pub (Guinness Book of Records)
www.theoldforge.co.uk
Blairgowrie to Knoydart 128 miles/207 kms By Road or rail and boat or a 2 day trek in on foot!
The Famous Clachaig Inn, Glencoe Pub with live music, good food and outstanding scenery
www.clachaig.com Blairgowrie to Glencoe 103 miles/165.5 kms
The Old Forge, Knoydart
Scotland’s Remotest Pub (Guinness Book of Records)
www.theoldforge.co.uk
Blairgowrie to Knoydart 128 miles/207 kms By Road or rail and boat or a 2 day trek in on foot!
Have fun, enjoy the hospitality and don’t drink and drive!
