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Auchnafree

Settlement in Perthshire

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Auchnafree

Road up Auchnafree Hill Auchnafree Hill has suffered badly from the bulldozers. This road goes up from Glen Almond.
Road up Auchnafree Hill Credit: Richard Webb

Auchnafree is a small village located in the county of Perthshire, Scotland. Nestled within the beautiful countryside, it is situated approximately 9 miles northwest of the town of Crieff. With its picturesque setting and tranquil atmosphere, Auchnafree offers a peaceful retreat for both residents and visitors.

The village is characterized by its charming traditional cottages, which showcase the architectural heritage of the area. Surrounded by rolling hills and stunning landscapes, Auchnafree boasts breathtaking views that attract nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The nearby Ben Chonzie, one of the highest peaks in the region, provides an opportunity for adventurous individuals to enjoy hiking trails and experience the stunning panoramas from the summit.

Despite its small size, Auchnafree offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. The village has a local convenience store where locals can purchase everyday essentials, and there are also a few small businesses and services available. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, residents can easily access the nearby town of Crieff.

Auchnafree is known for its sense of community and friendly atmosphere. The villagers often come together for various events and activities, fostering a close-knit environment. The village also benefits from its proximity to the River Earn, which provides opportunities for fishing and water-based recreational activities.

Overall, Auchnafree provides a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the stunning Perthshire countryside.

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Road up Auchnafree Hill Auchnafree Hill has suffered badly from the bulldozers. This road goes up from Glen Almond.
Road up Auchnafree Hill
Auchnafree Hill has suffered badly from the bulldozers. This road goes up from Glen Almond.
Road up Auchnafree Hill Auchnafree Hill has suffered badly from the bulldozers. This road goes up from Glen Almond.
Road up Auchnafree Hill
Auchnafree Hill has suffered badly from the bulldozers. This road goes up from Glen Almond.
Heather in bloom, Glen Almond Looking up the glen to the farm at Auchnafree, from the slopes below Sròn Bealaidh ('nose (or spur) of the gorse').
Heather in bloom, Glen Almond
Looking up the glen to the farm at Auchnafree, from the slopes below Sròn Bealaidh ('nose (or spur) of the gorse').
Peat erosion, Sròn Bealaidh A peat hag, eroded down to the underlying gravel. This area of hillside seemed to be particularly well-populated with mountain hares and birds.
Peat erosion, Sròn Bealaidh
A peat hag, eroded down to the underlying gravel. This area of hillside seemed to be particularly well-populated with mountain hares and birds.
Old school, Glen Almond Apparently the tin hut in the trees used to serve as a school in the days when the glen was more heavily populated.
Old school, Glen Almond
Apparently the tin hut in the trees used to serve as a school in the days when the glen was more heavily populated.
Glen Almond The sun has shifted the snow from steep slopes above Conichan. Over on this side there is a lot of old icy snow on shaded north facing ground.
Glen Almond
The sun has shifted the snow from steep slopes above Conichan. Over on this side there is a lot of old icy snow on shaded north facing ground.
Ascending Auchnafree Craig An image taken on an ascent of Auchnafree Craig from the east.
Ascending Auchnafree Craig
An image taken on an ascent of Auchnafree Craig from the east.
Auchnafree Craig The summit area of Auchnafree Craig - itself rather featureless, but offering outstanding views into Glen Almond, Glen Lochan, and Glen Shervie
Auchnafree Craig
The summit area of Auchnafree Craig - itself rather featureless, but offering outstanding views into Glen Almond, Glen Lochan, and Glen Shervie
View from Auchnafree Craig A view to the east from Auchnafree Craig towards Glen Lochan
View from Auchnafree Craig
A view to the east from Auchnafree Craig towards Glen Lochan
Path beneath Meall nam Fuaran A path beneath the southern flank of Meall nam Fuaran, linking Glen Lochan and Glen Shervie
Path beneath Meall nam Fuaran
A path beneath the southern flank of Meall nam Fuaran, linking Glen Lochan and Glen Shervie
Coire Garbh A view of Coire Garbh and the eastern flank of Crom Chreag, with Glen Almond visible in the distance.
Coire Garbh
A view of Coire Garbh and the eastern flank of Crom Chreag, with Glen Almond visible in the distance.
Rodent trap Increasing numbers of these appear to be used in grouse shooting areas. The trap is positioned on a plank offering a crossing over a burn - any rodent utilising this is forced to pass over the jaws of the trap. I am not sure which species are the target of these devices. The mesh cover is presumably to protect birds.
Rodent trap
Increasing numbers of these appear to be used in grouse shooting areas. The trap is positioned on a plank offering a crossing over a burn - any rodent utilising this is forced to pass over the jaws of the trap. I am not sure which species are the target of these devices. The mesh cover is presumably to protect birds.
Glen Lochan A narrow defile beneath Meall an Fuaran and a useful way into upper Glen Almond. View from Auchnafree Hill.
Glen Lochan
A narrow defile beneath Meall an Fuaran and a useful way into upper Glen Almond. View from Auchnafree Hill.
Auchnafree from the north east Auchnafree is at the junction of Glen Almond and Glen Shervie. This picture was taken from the path along Glen Lochan, which descends down a minor tributary into Glen Shervie.
Auchnafree from the north east
Auchnafree is at the junction of Glen Almond and Glen Shervie. This picture was taken from the path along Glen Lochan, which descends down a minor tributary into Glen Shervie.
Auchnafree Farm Auchnafree Farm and Surrounding area between Newton Bridge and Loch Tay
Auchnafree Farm
Auchnafree Farm and Surrounding area between Newton Bridge and Loch Tay
Stone Circle Millennium Circle near the track from Newton Bridge to Loch Tay. ( A restored sheep fank)
Stone Circle
Millennium Circle near the track from Newton Bridge to Loch Tay. ( A restored sheep fank)
Small Hut Small hut beside the track from Newton Bridge to Loch Tay
Small Hut
Small hut beside the track from Newton Bridge to Loch Tay
Sron Bealaidh, dissected bog On Sron Bealaidh. The peat has been eroded into hags. A lot of the exposed peat was dry, telling of the dry winter just passed. With many days of northerly winds Perthshire avoided the heavy snowfalls, being sheltered by many miles of hills. Similar terrain in Sutherland at this time was heavily waterlogged.
Sron Bealaidh, dissected bog
On Sron Bealaidh. The peat has been eroded into hags. A lot of the exposed peat was dry, telling of the dry winter just passed. With many days of northerly winds Perthshire avoided the heavy snowfalls, being sheltered by many miles of hills. Similar terrain in Sutherland at this time was heavily waterlogged.
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Auchnafree is located at Grid Ref: NN8133 (Lat: 56.477154, Lng: -3.9187192)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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