Balquhidder

Settlement in Perthshire

Scotland

Balquhidder

Woodland track at Coille na SrÃ²ine Looking north-westward — Woodland track at Coille na SrÃ²ine Credit: Peter Wood

Balquhidder is a charming village located in the region of Perthshire, Scotland. Situated in the central part of the country, it is nestled in the picturesque Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, tranquil lochs, and lush greenery surrounding it. It is particularly renowned for its namesake Loch Voil and Loch Doine, which provide a serene and idyllic setting for fishing, boating, and leisurely walks along the shoreline.

Balquhidder is steeped in history, with its origins dating back to medieval times. The village is home to the famous Balquhidder Church, which serves as the final resting place of Rob Roy MacGregor, a notorious Scottish folk hero. Visitors can explore the churchyard and pay homage to this legendary figure.

The area offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The nearby mountains, such as Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin, provide excellent opportunities for climbers and hillwalkers to test their skills.

For those seeking a taste of Scottish culture, the village hosts traditional music festivals and Highland games throughout the year. Additionally, there are quaint tearooms and local pubs where visitors can sample delicious traditional Scottish cuisine and beverages.

Overall, Balquhidder is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends natural beauty, rich history, and Scottish charm, making it an ideal place to explore and experience the true essence of Scotland.

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Balquhidder Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.352526/-4.370051 or Grid Reference NN5320. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland track at Coille na SrÃ²ine

Looking north-westward

Peter Wood

Pastureland that also acts as a flood plain for the River Balvag

Looking northward in the direction of Auchleskine.

Peter Wood

Calair Burn near Gartnafuaran

Looking south-westward from Calair Bridge.

Peter Wood

Minor road between Tulloch and Tullochmhor

Looking eastward along the northern shore of Loch Voil.

Peter Wood

Tigh na Puidrac in 1995

In 1995 Tigh na Puidrac was in use as a holiday let associated with the house at Broomfield in Balquhidder - perhaps it still is. It had been in an almost derelict state before restoration, c. 1980. The eastern end of Creag Mhòr rises to the right.

Trevor Littlewood

Rob Roy's Grave

The resting place of the MacGregors

Ralph Greig

Stronvar Bridge, Balquhidder

The crossing of River Balvag at Balquhidder

Julian Paren

Glen Buckie - Minor road between Balquhidder and Ballimor

Looking south-westward.

Peter Wood

Glen Buckie - Minor road near Tom an Eisg

Looking north-eastward.

Peter Wood

Road to Ballimore

This dead-end road by the Calair Burn leads to the farm of Ballimore (the 'big town' or 'big settlement', from the Gaelic 'baile mor'). Benvane can be seen in the distance.

Alan O'Dowd

Buachaille Breige

The Northern extension of Beinn an t-Sidhein ridge carries the name Buachaille Breige, which apparently means the 'false herdsman'. Meall an t-Seallaidh is the hill in the background.

Alan O'Dowd

Mixed forest

Evergreens and deciduous trees, alongside the road from Balquhidder to Ballimore.

James Allan

The Calair burn

With Beinn an t-Sidhein in the background.

James Allan

On Buachaille Breige

Buachaille Breige is the most northerly part of the Beinn an t-Sidhein's undulating, boggy plateau to have been dignified with a name. This image shows the eastern shoulder of its summit and looks to Loch Voil beyond. The foreground is typical of the grassy, boggy terrain.

Alec MacKinnon

Dry stane dyke on Buachaille Breige

Buachaille Breige has steep slopes on its north side but this dyke climbs steadfastly to the summit. This picture looks north along the dyke, from the summit, with the Kirkton Glen above Balquhidder in the distance.

Alec MacKinnon

Forest on Buachaille Breige

On Buachaille Breige's northern slopes, the forest extends westwards here until it meets the dry stane dyke shown in NN5418 : Dry stane dyke on Buachaille Breige.

Alec MacKinnon

JCB digger in Strathyre Forest

Parked at the dogleg in the forest roads mentioned in NN5419 : The north end of Beinn an t-Sidhein, the JCB no doubt bears witness to the felling and replanting going on in the forest at the moment.

Alec MacKinnon