Aberfeldy, Perth And Kinross

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"While o'er their heads the hazels hing,
The little birdies blythely sing,
Or lightly flit on wanton wing,
In the birks of Aberfeldy."

These are lines from the song “The Birks of Aberfeldy”, written in the latter part of the 17th century. Scottish poet and lyricist Robert Burns was inspired to write this song upon visiting the town repeatedly mentioned in its lyrics.

It’s easy to be captivated by this charming burgh in Perth and Kinross . Nature’s beauty is quite evident in its picturesque lochs and stunning hilltop views. You don’t just get to appreciate water and rock forms, but trees and flowers in Aberfeldy too.

The town itself also has much to offer the traveller. Whether you’re travelling solo or have the children in tow, attractions here transcend ages.

GEOGRAPHY
Aberfeldy is located on the upper portion of the River Tay. It has u-shaped valley, a feature common to locales in Scotland’s glaciated landscape. The terrain surrounding this market town can be described as “gently undulating”.  Beyond its farthest point, the burgh gives way to the Grampian Mountains. Someof the range’s scenic peaks include Sron Mhor, Ben Lawlers and Schiehallion.

PLACES OF INTEREST

Birks of Aberfeldy
The Birks is a scenic famous gorge situated south of the town proper. Known as a “Site of Special Scientific Interest”, it features a scenic walk wherein various flora and fauna can be found. If you have a fancy for floriculture, this area is the perfect spot to study native Aberfeldy flowers. And if you want to send flowers to Aberfeldy, you can check out online florists for convenience.

Weem Wood
Weem Wood is a wooded area on a craggy slope. It lies northwest of Aberfeldy.

A wayward trail climbs through Weem Wood goes up to St. David’s Well. This spot has a good view of Aberfeldy, as well as the rural village of Strathtay.

Glen Lyon
Eight miles from the outskirts of this market town lies Glen Lyon. This stunning valley has both geographic and historic significance. Evidence of forts being Roman forts being constructed can still be found. The village of Fortingall lies at the mouth of the glen. This place is regarded as Pontius Pilate’s birthplace. It is also home to the Fortingall Yew Tree, which is reportedly 2,000 years old.

Birks Cinema
The Birks Cinemas was built in 1939. Located at the heart of town, the Art Deco style building was closed in the early 80s due to lack of business. It was then converted into an amusement hall. The said venue was closed in 2004.

Five years later, a group called Friends of the Birks bought the property. The intent was to create a new cinema with 92 seats, along with a cafe. The project was completed in the spring of 2013. Alan Cumming, an actor born in the town, is its patron.

Whether you’re in the mood for a nature trip or catch a movie in a charming Scottish town, Aberfeldy is definitely up your alley as a tourist destination. When on a visit to this part of Perth and Kinross, don’t forget to stop by the town square and do a bit of shopping.

The local produce here are grown using organic farming methods. This ensures that the fruits, vegetables and meat you purchase are not just fresh, but free from chemical pesticides.

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