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FurtherInformation
It is ideally located for a number of activities, including many walks, from flat strolls through woodland and along rivers, to some of Scotlands highest mountains (the Munro's - five of which are accessible by foot from Little Orchard). There is a good cycle route to Pitlochry, a castle to explore, a park, as well as amenities such as pubs, a Michelin star restaurant, golf course, newsagent, book shop and train station.
Although situated in the village, the outlook from Little Orchard Cottage is over a field and nearby River Tilt. Beyond that is Tulloch Hill (an energetic walk, but well worth it for the views). Behind us is a paddock and railway line. It is great for a quiet, relaxing break or an active hiking/cycling holiday.
The Atholl Highlanders Annual Parade takes place at Blair Castle on 23rd May 2009 and on the following day is the Atholl Gathering and Highland Games. Both are colourful spectacles and not to be missed if you are staying in the area at the time.
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http://www.blairatholl.org.uk/
For more general information on Blair Atholl, a pdf leaflet of whats going on and a painted map of the area (our house is right at the bottom, just to the left of the river).
http://www.rivertiltpark.co.uk/
Pool, toddler's pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, multi-gym, hair salon. Five minutes walk away. Charges from £4.00 per hour.
www.blairathollwatermill.co.uk
This working watermill is just 100 yards from Little Orchard. It has a tearoom with home-baked cakes and bread.
A lovely 9-hole golf course, just over the river from Little Orchard Cottage (but unfortunately, you will need to walk/drive over the bridge to get to).
http://www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk/
Accredited by British Horse Society (BHS) and Trekking & Riding Society Scotland, they do 1hr, 2hr and 3hr treks for all abilities.
Known also as the 'Harrods of the North', this complex of shops offers excellent Scottish produce, from Cashmere and Tweed clothes to tasty items of food. There is an excellent circular walk from here to the Falls of Bruar.
http://www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk/
This provides information on the numerous walks/activities the staff of the Ranger Service carry out at Blair Atholl and surrounding area. They run from April to the end of October. There is also a pdf leaflet of walks in the Blair Atholl area that can be downloaded here (click on 'Outdoor Activities')
http://www.roger-lee-paintings.co.uk
Roger lives in Calvine, a few miles north of Blair Atholl and has a wide range of lovely watercolours (mailnly local landscapes) for sale and to browse around. A few of his paintings can be seen in Little Orchard.
http://www.blair-castle.co.uk
Website of the famous castle. Set in lovely grounds. An easy walk or cycle ride from Little Orchard.
http://www.theloftrestaurant.co.uk/
Just a 10 minute walk from Little Orchard. Quality restaurant and bistro.
This is the web page of the Pitlochry Festival Theatre and includes other information about Pitlochry (about a 10 minute drive from Blair Atholl, or an hour or so by bicycle).
http://www.butterstonelochfishings.co.uk
Fly-fishing. Butterstone Loch is one of Scotland's longest established put & take trout fisheries specializing in quality rainbow trout. Pike fishing available too.