Introduction

This evening, I am posting images and information on the pretty village of Fortingall. Location is Perthshire, central Scotland, about 52 miles north of Stirling.

Fortingall scene, Perthshire

Information on Fortingall

• An ancient settlement which was substantially rebuilt under the sponsorship of businessman, Sir Donald Currie commencing in the 1890s.
• Rebuilding, in the Arts & Crafts style, continued through to 1936 and included the village hall and hotel. Note high incidence of thatched houses.
• The stylish architecture belies a history dating back to at least the 600s when an early Christian community was established, possibly monastic.
• Strategically located at junction of rivers Tay and Lyon.
• The name translates as ‘Fortress Church’, being a mix of Brittonic and Gaelic.
• The churchyard contains a majestic yew, possibly 5000 years old.

Ancient Fortingall Yew

• In a field close to the village is a prominent earthwork of medieval origin.

Thatched House at Fortingall.

Fortingall Hotel.

Thatched House

Fortingall is usually encountered in course of a tour of Glen Lyon.

More information

The publication Visitors’ Guide to Scotland contains a wide range of information for the visitor. The ISBN is 978-1-9161332-0-4. This book is also available via Kindle.