Make the most of your stay at Struan Inn

Here are a few ideas for "Days Out" in the area

The hotel is right on the doorstep of Blair Castle and the House of Bruar, two of Scotland's premier visitor attractions. The latter features the Clan Donnaichaidh (Robertson) centre. Local distilleries with visitor centres abound, at Dalwhinnie, Blair Atholl, Edradour and Aberfeldy; and the Speyside whisky trail is comfortably within a day visit, as are Scone Palace, Glamis Castle and Castle Menzies. Visit the renowned Pass of Killiecrankie, with its guided walks and visitor centre. See working water mills at Blair Atholl, Aberfeldy, Blairgowrie and Perth.

Include a day trip to Perth, with its many museums and the agricultural visitor centre at Perth Mart, to Dundee, the 'City of Discovery' - or travel the Royal Deeside tourist route and visit Balmoral Castle.

For information on the Blair Atholl, Calvine, Killiecrankie and Struan area go to the local area tourism association web site www.blairatholl.org.uk

Distillery tours

Edradour-The smallest distillery in Scotland is virtually unchanged for the past 150 years. Guided tours available and plenty of opportunities for tasting!! - www.edradour.co.uk

Dalwhinnie - Situated high in the Grampian mountains, near the geographical centre of Scotland it is one of the highest distilleries in the land.

Blair Athol - Established in 1798 in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, Blair Athol is one of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland.

Aberfeldy - The red squirrel on the label is inspired by the woodland setting that borders the distillery and is home to rare red squirrels. The distillery has been in continuous production since its opening, except for a short period during WW II.

The Scottish Crannog Centre - www.crannog.co.uk
A crannog is a type of ancient loch-dwelling found throughout Scotland and Ireland dating from 5,000 years ago. The Scottish Crannog Centre features a unique reconstruction of an early Iron Age Crannog.

House of Bruar - www.houseofbruar.com
The House of Bruar- The ultimate shopping experience, called The Harrods of the North, it represents the very best of Country clothing, fantastic gifts and leather goods, cashmere clothing, a wonderful new antique and art gallery, and a fabulous food hall, and an excellent Restaurant..

Queen's View Centre
The Centre is the heart of Tay Forest Park. The park includes scenic areas of highland Perthshire. You'll find opportunities to walk, cycle, and relax. Also take in the spectacular views at the centre itself.

Killiecrankie.
The Pass of Killiecrankie offers a splendid walk beside the River Garry through a densely wooded gorge where you will find lots of scottish wildlife and plantlife. A visitor centre provides information on Killiecrankie's history, as well as the battle fought here in 1689. The woodland is famous for its golden autumn colours, with the view from the Garry Bridge being one of the most photographed in Perthshire.

Glamis castle
Glamis Castle is the family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne and has been a royal residence since 1372. It was the childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, the birthplace of Her Royal Highness the Princess Margaret and is the setting of Shakespeare's play "Macbeth". It is open to the public and is well worth a visit.

Blair Castle - www.blair-castle.co.uk
The ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. The castle enjoys one of Scotland's most beautiful settings - the heart of Highland Perthshire. Originally built by the Comyn family, Blair Castle itself dates back to 1269 but has been modified in the centuries since, most of the present castle being from the18 and 19th centauries. The Castle is set in extensive parklands within the, Atholl Estates. Many marked trails and shorter walks are set out within and around the Castle grounds. Trail guides are available.

Scone Palace - www.scone-palace.co.uk
Poised above the River Tay, the Palace overlooks the north to the Highlands and over
Strathmore to the east coast. The Grampian mountain's form a distant backdrop, and
across the river Tay is the city of Perth.

Menzies Castle - www.perthshire-scotland.co.uk/castles-menzies.htm
Much of the present castle dates from around 1840 when it was extended during the Victorian time. During WWII it was used by the Polish Army. Now a clan centre for the Clan Menzies Society.

Balmoral Castle - www.balmoralcastle.com
The castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was bought for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852. Nestled in the Royal Deeside it is one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland.