One of Scotland’s most popular nature reserves. Loch of the Lowes is well-known for its pair of breeding ospreys. They are present from late April to late August and can be watched at their tree top nest from a nearby observation hide. Live action from the nest can also be seen on a monitor in the visitor centre. The shallow, fertile loch is good for wildfowl. Great-crested grebe, little grebe and goosander all breed here.
In winter large numbers of greylag geese roost on the loch. Otters are often seen. Roe and fellow deer are regularly seen from the hide, while both red squirrels and grey squirrels are present in the surrounding woodland.
Visitor centre and observation hide.
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Visitor centre: open April to September inclusive, daily 10 am to 5 pm, 6 pm closing mid-July to mid-August. Observation hide open all year
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SWT members free, non-members a contribution of £2.00 per adult is requested
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The observation hide, toilets and most of the visitor centre are wheelchair accessible
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| How to find us |
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2 miles north-east of Dunkeld, signposted off the A923 Dunkeld to Blairgowrie road
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Contact Information
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Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve (SWT)
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Nr. Dunkeld
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Perthshire
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PH8 0HH
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Tel: 01350 727337
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Fax: 01350 727337
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