Hi Everyone,
I’ve been spending a lot of time over in Aberfeldy this month, organising our new properties and enjoying the wonderful shops , arts and foodie culture they have going on in this colourful Highland town. Aberfeldy is one of those little towns that is stuffed full of great things to do and places to go and I don’t know why, but you just instantly relax the minute you sit down!
It was, of course, made famous by Robert Burns in his poem describing the wonderful Birks of Aberfeldy. Anyone serious about walking in Scotland will head for this wonderful array of walks covering everything from a gentle riverside strolls to challenging long distance routes and the majesty of The Birks’ Moness burn, with waterfalls, gorges and breath-taking views. If you are thinking of walking in the area then do pick up a copy of Felicity Martin’s Perthshire Walks books printed by Catkin press – they are invaluable and very reasonably priced!
The Birks is no longer reserved for walks in the forest though, after an amazing community project to revive the old cinema in the town’s centre. Following a successful grant application in 2009 ‘Friends of The Birks’ set about fundraising to make this vision possible. It successfully opened in April 2013 and had Hollywood star, Alan Cumming, who became patron of the Birks cinema in 2009, visit his home town for an official launch in December 2013. Film buffs everywhere will love this amazing building and its full story.
As well as the great outdoors, cinema and beautiful independent galleries, Aberfeldy is a hotbed of foodie delights! They were Scotland’s first fair trade town and it is quite fascinating to see an entire community rally behind one amazing belief. You will find local produce a plenty at Aberfeldy Farm Fresh deli; if you are staying with us we can’t recommend a visit to this wonderful deli enough. Sally and her team are passionate about using local and stock an amazing range of veggies, meats, cheeses, hams and homemade cakes and savoury treats.
I have found that I can happily while a way a few days over in Aberfeldy, eating out, shopping, pottering around and when I have time, pulling on my walking boots and hitting the trails. I am so pleased to have expanded our properties in this area and would urge you all to take a closer look at our things to do pages!
Now, I’m off to pick up a quiche from farmfresh and perhaps stop at the Birks for a coffee and a pastry... Yes, I do know how lucky I am!
Best wishes, Bea
PS Aberfeldy is also part of the Rings of Breadalbane Explorer Bus. You can find out more about this on my Rings of Breadalbane Blog.
This is a very nice place with a spectacular view over the town and neighbouring hills. The location is a 5 minute uphill walk free the downtown area. The apartment is located on the third floor. As a loft, it has sloping ceilings, but ample room to get around. Nicely furnished and clean. A very nice place to stay
Mayfield Loft
Hi Bea, We had a wonderful time at the Bank. We instantly relaxed the moment we walked through the door! We were very impressed by the home comforts, interior design and high standard of finish. The Bank is also really well-equipped, we wanted for nothing. Location wise it's perfect, a peaceful village feel but close to the A9 to access farther afield quickly and easily. All in all a fantastic visit and we wished we could have stayed longer!
The Bank
Hello Bea & The Team, Thank you so much for sorting out our booking here, it's been absolutely fabulous!! And we will be back...The area is just so beautiful & needs more exploring. Schiehallion Cottage has been such a lovely place to stay as well. Ps we saw the Northern lights- was never expecting to see them in my lifetime, and there was an absolutely amazing display with last weeks solar flares!!! Amazing!!
Schiehallion Cottage