Saturday 22 June 2013

BUGATTI'S IN PITLOCHRY

The International Bugatti Owners Club held their 2013 rally in Scotland this year with a few days stopover in Pitlochry.  These beautiful, rare and classic cars enjoyed some fine weather and dry roads set against an equally beautiful Perthshire backdrop!
Pitlochry Bugatti's

Bugatti

International Bugatti Rally

Bugatti Rally Pitlochry

Bugatti Pitlochry Scotland

Bugatti's

Bugatti's in Pitlochry


Tuesday 18 June 2013

SHOPPING IN PITLOCHRY

The are many things to do and see when staying at Craigatin House and Courtyard, Pitlochry, shopping being just one of our many leisurely activities!  
For a modest Highland town, Pitlochry has a diverse and varied offering of retailers giving the consumer a unique shopping experience.  From arts, crafts and flowers to mountain bikes, fashion to beautiful Scottish jewellery, Pitlochry has a shop to tempt you.  Come and stay at Craigatin House and have a browse around Pitlochry town, the following are some of our 24 favourite specialist Pitlochry retailers: 


Escape Route - Pitlochry - An extensive range of outdoor clothing and equipment, plus a "Giant" offering of mountain bikes and road bikes for every budget, Escape Route has traded in Pitlochry for over 15 years and continues to grow with superb service and a friendly welcome!

Heathergems - Pitlochry - Watch as skilled craftsmen produce beautiful
 jewellery from natural Scottish heather!


Pitlochry Hardware Centre for all your hardware and household needs, there isn't much you can't buy from the Hardware Centre!

Pitlochry Cards & Co for all your toys, gifts and greetings card needs!

Robertsons of Pitlochry - Established in 1961 as a supermarket, now known throughout the UK as merchants of exceptional Whiskies.

Love Your Sweets - Pitlochry - A fabulous, friendly and eclectic shop jammed full of your favourite sweetie offerings!

Williamson's Florist - Pitlochry - Beautiful range of daily fresh cut flowers and plants. 

Puddles & Sun - Outdoor and play clothes for children.


Honest Thistle - Pitlochry - Contemporary gifts, housewares and accessories, this lovely store stocks carefully selected products from talented designers nationwide.

For The Present - Pitlochry - Home and Giftware specialist

Drinkmonger - Pitlochry - A superb recently fully refurbished store offering the very best in wine, Whisky, Champagne and fine cigars!

Keepsakes - Pitlochry - Wonderful gift shop full of collectables, 
unusual gift ideas and much much more!

Pitlochry Festival Theatre - Just The Ticket - A convenient High Street location to purchase your theatre tickets and browse a range of quality gifts and artwork.

Cob Leather at Wilson's of Pitlochry - Leather goods and accessories


The Golf Company - Pitlochry - Offering a comprehensive range of products 
covering your every golfing need.


Viva Arts and Crafts - Pitlochry - Art gallery and arts and craft materials meeting the needs of the most discerning arts and crafts enthusiast.

James Pringle Weavers - Pitlochry - A division of the Edinburgh Wollen Mills, stocking quality brands like Harris Tweed, James Pringle and P.G.Field


Pitlochry Knitwear - One of the Scotland largest retailers providing quality, 
fashionable clothing at great prices

Another one of the UK's largest national chain stores and sellers of quality fashion products and affordable prices

Passionate about quality clothing, Hawkshead are a family outdoor outfitter, with a large selection of trusted and quality outdoor brands

Scottish made soaps and skin care at this delightful little store, 
The Highland Soap Company

Recently fully refurbished, The Paper Shop, Pitlochry's only independent newsagent 
selling news, snacks and gifts.

One of Scotland's oldest retail establishments dating back to the 1830's, 
Pitlochry's flagship store is a must see retailer when visiting Pitlochry

Christmas decorations and trinkets on sale throughout the year at Pitlochry's 
very own Christmas Emporium.

A recent new store to Pitlochry this family run business offers the finest cashmere and tweed offering high levels of customer service and quality products.

A family run independent business, specialist in all forms of tartan products and Scotland branded clothing

The Scotch Corner - Pitlochry's smallest store, selling sweets, drinks and ice-creams 
open late daily



Tuesday 4 June 2013

CRAIGATIN HOUSE WINS REGIONAL SCOTTISH THISTLE 2013

Delighted and thrilled to report that Craigatin House and Courtayrd Pitlochry 
has today WON the "Best Guesthouse/B&B" regional award 
in the 2013 Visit Scotland Scottish Thistle Awards.  Thanks to all guests past, current and future for making Craigatin House what it is today!