Dunkeld and Birnam is an area of outstanding natural beauty on the southern edge of Highland Perthshire, which also boasts an amazing historical and cultural heritage.  Dunkeld has traditionally been seen as the gateway to the Highlands of Scotland - we hope this website will prove to be your gateway to a wonderful visit to our area.

Today, Dunkeld and Birnam is certainly one of the best preserved historic towns in Scotland, while around it is a fantastic choice of walks and rides in breathtaking surroundings.  At the same time it is also a dynamic community, with a lively arts and music scene, great places to eat or spend the evening in, quality independent shops and galleries, and a range of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets.  Please take your time browsing this site - we look forward to seeing you here soon!


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What's happening in Dunkeld & Birnam...

There's details
here for local events and if you're looking for events happening throughout Highland Perthshire, click
here.

June is Perthshire archaeology month and as you'd expect, our area features. You can download a full programme of events here. Why not make Dunkeld and Birnam your base to really explore Perthshire's past?

Meanwhile, the Taybank can always be relied on for great music, while the Birnam Arts Centre has a varied programme of exhibitions, music and theatre, while there's plenty on up at Loch of the Lowes to satisfy your "wild side"! The National Trust for Scotland has got some great events coming up for families at the Hermitage and elsewhere, including finding out what our wild animals like to have for a picnic!

The Bridge is our local monthly news and events magazine, and now there's an online version with lots of information.  Just click here or on the image below.