Dunkeld, Birnam & Aberfeldy

Dunkeld, Birnam, Aberfeldy form a charming collection of towns and villages nestled along the banks of the Rivers Tay and Tummel, with timeless architecture, exhilarating walks and picture postcard views. Discover how the abundant wildlife and this most quintessential Highland landscape has inspired the literary works of Robert Burns, William Shakespeare and Beatrix Potter.

About Dunkeld, Birnam & Aberfeldy

Soak up the leafily picturesque villages of Dunkeld and Birnam, nestled on opposite banks of the River Tay. Explore Dunkeld's stunning cathedral or wander the main high street to sample local cuisine in traditional 19th-century hotels, browse local boutiques for gifts, or sample artisan Highland produce.

A short hop across the River brings you to Birnam, where you can discover the stories rooted in the heart of this romantic village. Play hide and seek with the woodland creatures in Beatrix Potter's storybook garden, or follow the woodland path leading to the famous Birnam Oak from Shakespeare's Macbeth, which sprawls majestically on the western bank of the Tay.

Continue north to Aberfeldy with its spectacular woodland walks and the tumbling waters of the Falls of Moness. Discover how the power of nature has been harnessed for generations in this village using Victorian-era industries such as the Watermill Bookshop and the Aberfeldy Distillery.