Glen Eagles

Valley in Perthshire

Scotland

Glen Eagles

Looking across Glen Eagles to West Craigs A view across the valley of the Ruthven Water.
Looking across Glen Eagles to West Craigs Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Glen Eagles, located in Perthshire, Scotland, is a picturesque valley renowned for its natural beauty and world-class golf courses. Situated at the foot of the Ochil Hills, the glen offers breathtaking views of rolling green landscapes, tranquil lochs, and majestic mountains.

The area is most famous for its golfing facilities, particularly the prestigious Gleneagles Hotel and Resort. Gleneagles has three championship courses, including the King's Course, Queen's Course, and the PGA Centenary Course, which hosted the 2014 Ryder Cup. These courses attract golf enthusiasts from around the globe who come to enjoy top-notch facilities and challenging fairways.

Beyond golf, Glen Eagles offers a range of outdoor activities. The glen is a haven for hiking and walking enthusiasts, with numerous trails that cater to all fitness levels. Visitors can explore the stunning countryside, encountering diverse flora and fauna along the way.

The nearby village of Auchterarder is a charming destination for visitors. It features a selection of quaint shops, cafes, and restaurants, offering a taste of local produce and traditional Scottish cuisine. History buffs can also explore the Auchterarder Parish Church, a historic site dating back to the 13th century.

Overall, Glen Eagles in Perthshire is a destination that combines natural beauty, luxury, and outdoor adventure. With its magnificent golf courses, breathtaking scenery, and warm Scottish hospitality, it is a must-visit location for both golf enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Glen Eagles Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.246788/-3.714827 or Grid Reference NN9307. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking across Glen Eagles to West Craigs A view across the valley of the Ruthven Water.
Looking across Glen Eagles to West Craigs
A view across the valley of the Ruthven Water.
Un-named hillside above East Craigs A small cairn marks approximately the 472 metre spot height on this moorland above Glen Eagles.
Un-named hillside above East Craigs
A small cairn marks approximately the 472 metre spot height on this moorland above Glen Eagles.
Trig point on Eastbow Hill The 476 metre summit of a hill in the northern Ochils with a mix of grass and heather ground cover.
Trig point on Eastbow Hill
The 476 metre summit of a hill in the northern Ochils with a mix of grass and heather ground cover.
Scree and outcrops by the Corryuby Burn The Corryuby Burn is a short stream in a gully draining steeply off the moorland plateau on the north side of Glen Eagles.
Scree and outcrops by the Corryuby Burn
The Corryuby Burn is a short stream in a gully draining steeply off the moorland plateau on the north side of Glen Eagles.
St. Mungo's Farm, Glen Eagles The improved land by the farm is highlighted in the sunshine in this view from the head of the gully of the Corryuby Burn.
St. Mungo's Farm, Glen Eagles
The improved land by the farm is highlighted in the sunshine in this view from the head of the gully of the Corryuby Burn.
St. Mungo's Farm, Glen Eagles The farm appears to take its name from the nearby St. Mungo's Well.
St. Mungo's Farm, Glen Eagles
The farm appears to take its name from the nearby St. Mungo's Well.
East Craigs from St. Mungo's Farm The steep hillside on the far side of the pastures forms the eastern side of Glen Eagles.
East Craigs from St. Mungo's Farm
The steep hillside on the far side of the pastures forms the eastern side of Glen Eagles.
Road from Duchally about to join the A823 Looking south-westward.
Road from Duchally about to join the A823
Looking south-westward.
Glen Eagles Glen Eagles is the northern continuation of Glen Devon, one of the main valleys through the Ochil Hills.
Glen Eagles
Glen Eagles is the northern continuation of Glen Devon, one of the main valleys through the Ochil Hills.
Ruthven Water, Glen Eagles The policies of Gleneagles House.
Ruthven Water, Glen Eagles
The policies of Gleneagles House.
Field of sheep, Glen Eagles By West Mains.
Field of sheep, Glen Eagles
By West Mains.
Farm track A signposted path from the main road in Glen Eagles.
Farm track
A signposted path from the main road in Glen Eagles.
Cauldhame Just a few stones remain. I doubt I was even aware there was once a settlement here when I was at the site.
Cauldhame
Just a few stones remain. I doubt I was even aware there was once a settlement here when I was at the site.
Rashy ground, Cauldhame Slopes of the Ochil Hills above Auchterarder.
Rashy ground, Cauldhame
Slopes of the Ochil Hills above Auchterarder.
Wether Hill Grassy, cattle grazed fields give way to moorland.  View from near the site of Cauldhame.
Wether Hill
Grassy, cattle grazed fields give way to moorland. View from near the site of Cauldhame.
Field above Bardrill View down Strath Allan.
Field above Bardrill
View down Strath Allan.
Old Milestone by the A823, Glen Eagles, Blackford parish Milestone by the A823, in parish of Blackford (District), near track to St Mungos Farm (Gleneagles Estate), on verge.

Inscription once read:-
: (Yetts of Muckart / 7) : : (Crieff / 11) : 

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: PK_CFDF11
Old Milestone by the A823, Glen Eagles, Blackford parish
Milestone by the A823, in parish of Blackford (District), near track to St Mungos Farm (Gleneagles Estate), on verge. Inscription once read:- : (Yetts of Muckart / 7) : : (Crieff / 11) : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: PK_CFDF11
Former Tollhouse by the A823, Gleneagles Gleneagles Toll House by the A823, in parish of Blackford (Perth and Kinross District), Old Toll House, Gleneagles, Auchterarder, PH3 1PL.

HES Scotland Category 'B' listed.
Reference: LB4549 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB4549" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB4549">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: PK.BLA
Former Tollhouse by the A823, Gleneagles
Gleneagles Toll House by the A823, in parish of Blackford (Perth and Kinross District), Old Toll House, Gleneagles, Auchterarder, PH3 1PL. HES Scotland Category 'B' listed. Reference: LB4549 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: PK.BLA
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Glen Eagles is located at Grid Ref: NN9307 (Lat: 56.246788, Lng: -3.714827)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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