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Lodges offer ideal Blair Atholl base

The cosy Woodland Lodges at Blaire Castle Caravan Park are ideal for those who enjoy rural tranquility and plenty of space.

BLAIR Castle is a spectacular - almost iconic - sight for travellers on the A9 as prominent white ancestral home of the Dukes of Atholl stands out in its Perthshire glen. And nestling close by in the surrounding estate grounds at Blair Atholl is a gem of a holiday park.

Stepping back in time at country retreat

Published: Thu 21 Feb 2013

Shieldhill Castle became a hotel in 1959 after over 700 years as a family seat.

In our second visit to the Scottish Borders, Helen Bushnell tells us about Shieldhill Castle nestled in the heart of the countryside PULLING up to Shieldhill Castle Hotel nestled in peaceful countryside in the upper Clyde Valley, I felt like I was arriving on a movie set.

Thinking Biggar for a great weekend break

Published: Thu 14 Feb 2013

elphinstone

MY heart sank when hauling my luggage over the threshold of Biggar's Elphinstone Hotel, as a passer-by warned us he "wouldn't stay there" and "there's a better hotel up the road".

Plaza trip is real deal for piece of city life

Published: Thu 06 Dec 2012

crowne plaza

THE mirror-like 16-floor tower of the Crowne Plaza in Glasgow is a stunning sight as it soars into the sky above the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre on the banks of the River Clyde.

Five star treatment at Royal Deeside

Published: Wed 07 Nov 2012

King Duncan's View cottage.

IF you are looking for a holiday cottage that is remote but not isolated, makes you feel as though you are away from it all, but is within easy reach of a whole host of activities and tourist attractions, can suit a family, groups travelling together or a couple on their own, then look no further than Perkhill Holiday Cottages.

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