Looking for something to do in Pitlochry? Why not come along and visit a distillery and learn the art of whisky production.
2010 OPENING TIMES
Jan - 26th March
Mon – Fri Tours at 11am, 1pm and 3pm
Apologies, but unfortunately the Visitor Centre will be closed on Friday 19th March.
29th March - 17th April
Mon - Sat 9.30am until 5.00pm
Tours regularly throughout the day
19th April - 30th June
Unfortunately we will be undergoing some major maintenance work during this period and will be unable to tour the distillery. Our shop will be open from 10am - 5pm as normal where our knowledgeable staff can give a brief explanation of the process and provide a taste of our Blair Athol 12 Year Old Single Malt. Private tutored tasting sessions can be arranged by calling 01796 482003. Unfortunately Groups of under 18's cannot be accepted during this period. Please be aware that we have a responsible drinking policy.
1st July – 31st October
Mon –Sat 9.30am-5.00pm
July and August only - open until 5.30pm
Also Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm
July and August Only - Open until 5.30pm
November and December
Mon – Fri Tours at 11am, 1pm and 3pm
Festive Tour Times
Still to be confirmed
Last Tour:
1 hour before closing
Adult admission charge of £5.00 includes a discount voucher, redeemable in our well stocked distillery shop towards the purchase of a 70cl bottle of malt whisky. Children under 8 years are welcome but are not admitted to the production areas. Free car parking available. Large groups and coach parties by appointment only.
Location
Pitlochry is situated next to the A9 about 25 miles north of Perth. Blair Athol Distillery and Visitor Centre is located on the Southern Edge of Pitlochry about half a mile from the town centre.
From the South
Leave the A9 dual carriageway (Perth-Inverness road) at the junction sign-posted for Pitlochry. Exit the dual carriageway to the left and follow the slip road down under the fly over and continue on the A924 towards Pitlochry. The distillery sits approximately 1 mile from the dual carriageway exit, on the right hand side of the road, opposite the BP filling station.
From the North
Leave the A9 to the left at the sign-post for Pitlochry (before the A9 bridges across Loch Faskally). Continue on this slip road for approximately ¾ mile. Halt at the T-Junction, then turn left, towards Pitlochry (approx. one mile).
Entering Pitlochry on Atholl Road, continue straight down this road until you are passed all the shops and hotels. At the southern end of Atholl Road you will pass under the railway bridge. The distillery sits approx 500 yards down Perth Road on the left hand side. The car park is opposite the BP filling station.
From the North East (Braemar etc)
Follow directions from Moulin village to Pitlochry, travelling on the West Moulin Road. At the T-Junction with Atholl Road, turn left on to Atholl Road. From here follow directions for “From the North” above.
By Rail
Pitlochry Railway Station is situated at the north end of town. There is a Taxi rank at the Station, however the distillery approximately a 20 minute walk. Follow the road from the Railway Station up onto Atholl Road, turn right and continue straight down this road until you are passed all the shops and hotels. At the southern end of Atholl Road you will pass under the railway bridge. The distillery sits approx 500 yards down Perth Road on the left hand side.
By Air
Edinburgh Airport is approximately a one and a half hours drive from Pitlochry, avoiding peak travel times.
Glasgow Airport is approximately a two and a quarter hour drive from Pitlochry, avoiding peak travel times.
Contact us
Blair Athol Distillery,
Perth Road, Pitlochry, Perthshire PH16 5LY
Tel: +44 (0) 1796 482003 Fax: +44 (0) 1796 482001
E.mail: blair.athol.distillery@diageo.com
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