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Loch Glassie

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Perthshire

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Loch Glassie

Bunkhouse at Glassie Farm Glassie Farm is high on the northern slope of the River Tay, north of Aberfeldy. The bunkhouse is the large building with windows extending to the gable wall apex. A second bunkhouse has since been developed at the site.
Bunkhouse at Glassie Farm Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Loch Glassie is a picturesque freshwater loch located in the heart of Perthshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst lush greenery and rolling hills, this tranquil water body stretches over an area of approximately 50 acres. It is known for its serene beauty and attracts both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.

The loch is known for its crystal-clear, unpolluted waters, which are home to a diverse range of aquatic plants and wildlife. The surrounding area is rich in biodiversity, with numerous species of birds, insects, and small mammals making Loch Glassie their habitat. Birdwatchers often visit the loch to catch a glimpse of rare species such as the osprey and the golden eagle.

The calm waters of Loch Glassie offer opportunities for various recreational activities. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy angling for brown trout and pike, as the loch is renowned for its abundant fish population. Additionally, the loch is a popular spot for boating and kayaking, allowing visitors to explore its peaceful waters at their own pace.

Surrounding the loch, there is a freshwater marsh, which serves as a natural habitat for a variety of wetland plants and animals. This marshland is particularly important for its role in water filtration and flood prevention, contributing to the overall health and balance of the ecosystem.

Loch Glassie, with its scenic beauty and rich biodiversity, is a true gem of Perthshire. It offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature, relax, and appreciate the wonders of the Scottish countryside.

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Bunkhouse at Glassie Farm Glassie Farm is high on the northern slope of the River Tay, north of Aberfeldy. The bunkhouse is the large building with windows extending to the gable wall apex. A second bunkhouse has since been developed at the site.
Bunkhouse at Glassie Farm
Glassie Farm is high on the northern slope of the River Tay, north of Aberfeldy. The bunkhouse is the large building with windows extending to the gable wall apex. A second bunkhouse has since been developed at the site.
Clear-felled plantation Stumps of trees remain where clear-felling has taken place. The resulting logs can be seen stacked below with a lorry which has arrived to carry them away.
Clear-felled plantation
Stumps of trees remain where clear-felling has taken place. The resulting logs can be seen stacked below with a lorry which has arrived to carry them away.
Sloping ground on north side of Strath Tay The enclosure of rough grazing is high on the slope and is surrounded by coniferous plantations. The Tay valley is below where the village of Aberfeldy can be seen at the left side of the image.
Sloping ground on north side of Strath Tay
The enclosure of rough grazing is high on the slope and is surrounded by coniferous plantations. The Tay valley is below where the village of Aberfeldy can be seen at the left side of the image.
Forest road fording stream The ford is on the stream flowing out from Loch Glassie, just below the dam. The stream is, or becomes the Cluny Burn.
Forest road fording stream
The ford is on the stream flowing out from Loch Glassie, just below the dam. The stream is, or becomes the Cluny Burn.
Loch Glassie Loch Glassie is at least in part artificial - it's dammed at its eastern end. The view is across the loch from its marshy southern shore, across a raft of yellow water lilies, with Farragon Hill in the distance.
Loch Glassie
Loch Glassie is at least in part artificial - it's dammed at its eastern end. The view is across the loch from its marshy southern shore, across a raft of yellow water lilies, with Farragon Hill in the distance.
Loch Glassie Loch Glassie is at least in part artificial - there's a dam at its eastern end. The view is across the loch from its southern shore, over a raft of yellow water lilies. Farragon Hill in the distance.
Loch Glassie
Loch Glassie is at least in part artificial - there's a dam at its eastern end. The view is across the loch from its southern shore, over a raft of yellow water lilies. Farragon Hill in the distance.
Winding route of forest road The coniferous plantations are part of what is known as the Tay Forest Park; the trees here are close to the Boltachan Burn and lie south of the minor hill feature, Creag Loisgte.
Winding route of forest road
The coniferous plantations are part of what is known as the Tay Forest Park; the trees here are close to the Boltachan Burn and lie south of the minor hill feature, Creag Loisgte.
Loch Glassie Loch Glassie is artificial at least to some extent - there's a dam at its northern end. Apart from narrow margins at its shores, it's entirely surrounded by coniferous plantings.
Loch Glassie
Loch Glassie is artificial at least to some extent - there's a dam at its northern end. Apart from narrow margins at its shores, it's entirely surrounded by coniferous plantings.
Cup-Marked monolith, Boltachan, Glassie, Strathay This stone bears cup-marks on both its rising edges and the top portion: it is one of several cup and/or ring-marked stones in the immediate vicinity.
Cup-Marked monolith, Boltachan, Glassie, Strathay
This stone bears cup-marks on both its rising edges and the top portion: it is one of several cup and/or ring-marked stones in the immediate vicinity.
Glassie Farm and Bunkhouse Glassie Farm is a working farm of 287 acres which also provides 2 self catering Bunkhouse units. It is located 1,000 feet above sea level overlooking the nearby town of Aberfeldy and the River Tay valley.
Glassie Farm and Bunkhouse
Glassie Farm is a working farm of 287 acres which also provides 2 self catering Bunkhouse units. It is located 1,000 feet above sea level overlooking the nearby town of Aberfeldy and the River Tay valley.
Footbridge over the Cluny Burn. Looking NW above Braes of Cluny and Edradynate.
Footbridge over the Cluny Burn.
Looking NW above Braes of Cluny and Edradynate.
Shed at the edge of the forest It might even be a control centre for the copious electric fences all around this area. Some of the yellow warning labels can be seen in the photo.
Shed at the edge of the forest
It might even be a control centre for the copious electric fences all around this area. Some of the yellow warning labels can be seen in the photo.
Vehicle bridge over the Cluny Burn Or is it a causeway? Not sure of the technical term for this construction. The roads on this estate are very well maintained.
Vehicle bridge over the Cluny Burn
Or is it a causeway? Not sure of the technical term for this construction. The roads on this estate are very well maintained.
Burnt heather at Edradynate Looking ESE. The new growth is already showing through the burnt vegetation.
Burnt heather at Edradynate
Looking ESE. The new growth is already showing through the burnt vegetation.
Sheep and quartzite boulder Looking SW from the track near Loch Derculich.
Sheep and quartzite boulder
Looking SW from the track near Loch Derculich.
The Track to Loch Glassie Following the track to Loch Glassie as an approach to climbing Farragon Hill.
The Track to Loch Glassie
Following the track to Loch Glassie as an approach to climbing Farragon Hill.
Loch Glassie A lovely little loch hidden away in the forest north of Aberfeldy.
Loch Glassie
A lovely little loch hidden away in the forest north of Aberfeldy.
On the Way to Farragon Hill Taken on a walk up Farragon Hill. We started at Glassie Farm and went via Loch Glassie.
On the Way to Farragon Hill
Taken on a walk up Farragon Hill. We started at Glassie Farm and went via Loch Glassie.
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Loch Glassie is located at Grid Ref: NN8552 (Lat: 56.653351, Lng: -3.8760481)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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