Picturesque Alyth is a historic trading-town dating from at least the 12th century and located on the edge of the Cairngorms where Highland farmers would bring their sheep and cattle to Lowland markets.
The pretty square in the town centre and the area along the side of the burn that runs through the heart of the town have recently benefitted from an extensive refurbishment, with new information boards highlighting the history of the town – including that of the 16th century packhorse bridge and the Arches.
Alyth Museum – one of only two in Perthshire outside Perth – is open during the summer months and provides a window to the long and illustrious past of this wee town – for example, did you know that there are links to the legend of King Arthur in this part of the world? Find out more during your stay here. In 2021, following an extensive revamp, Alyth Museum also became home to the new Cateran Ecomuseum Hub.
