Crannogs are a type of ancient loch dwelling found throughout Scotland and Ireland. They were built out in the water as defensive homesteads, secure from potential invaders. People began living in these island homes as early as 5,000 years ago, and continued to do so up until the 17th century AD. Here in the wooded heartland of Scotland, the prehistoric crannogs were originally timber-built roundhouses supported on piles driven into the lochbed. Today, they appear as tree-covered islands or remain hidden as submerged stony mounds.
View the reconstructed Crannog Visitor Centre. Shop.
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March - October: daily 10am - 5.30pm. November weekends 10am - 4pm. Last entry one hour before closing.
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Adults £4.75, Senior Citizens £4.00, Children £3.00, Family from £14.00.
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Visitor Centre fully accessible with disabled toilet. Guide dogs welcome. Ramps and a portable pathway provide disabled access with assistance.
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Signposted from A9. Nearest bus stop, Aberfeldy. nearest rail station, Pitlochry.
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Contact Information
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Scottish Crannog Centre
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Kenmore
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By Aberfeldy
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Perthshire
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PH15 2HY
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Tel: 01887 830583
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Fax: 01887 830876
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info@crannog.co.uk
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Willkommen in Schottland
Bienvenue en Ecosse
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