Attractions

Dunblane is situated on the edge of the new Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and the course has superb views west towards the mountains in that area.  For information about what to see and do in Dunblane and district, the website of the Dunblane Development Trust is well worth a visit.

Dunblane

Cathedral

The main and most prominent attraction in Dunblane itself is the hugely impressive Gothic cathedral which gives Dunblane its city status. This magnificent building with its 13th century bell tower and wonderful stained glass windows is one of Historic Scotland's most significant buildings and is open to the public.

Leighton Library

The Leighton Library is the oldest purpose built library in Scotland. It was founded by Robert Leighton (1611-84), the then Bishop of Dunblane. The library building was completed in 1688 and housed the Bishop's own private book collection.

Cathedral Museum

The Cathedral Museum, situated in the Dean's House, unfolds much of the rich and colourful history that surrounds this ancient Burgh and its medieval Cathedral. Each of the museum's seven rooms focuses on a different period in the Cathedral's history, starting with St. Blane's early Christian community, the Reformation and the restoration of the Cathedral undertaken between 1889 and 1893.

Other Nearby Attractions

There are many other attractions in the local area that are worthy of a visit. We have given a few suggestions below.

Stirling Castle

This impregnable fortress, also in the care of Historic Scotland, stands high on its volcanic hilltop off to the right of the main M9 highway North. It is a particularly impressive sight at night, when its floodlit ramparts can be seen from miles around. It is well worth a visit to see its military museum and newly restored great hall.

The Wallace Monument 

The monument is only two miles away from the castle, across the valley, and is also floodlit at night. It commemorates the lifetime of William Wallace, the subject of the successful Braveheart movie. If you are feeling fit, the climb up the spiral stone steps to the top of the tower afford magnificent views over the Forth river valley to Stirling Castle and also the campus of the nearby University of Stirling.

Safari Park

Only three miles from Stirling and six miles from Dunblane, Blairdrummond Safari Park is a great day out for all the family.

The Falkirk Wheel

As the world’s first and only rotating boat lift, The Falkirk Wheel is quite simply unique and is well worth a visit.