Comrie: Walking, Village Character and Hogmanay

Comrie lies on the banks of the River Earn. At the northern end of Dundas Street, rising ground and woodland lead to Glen Lednock and the River Earn National Scenic Area. Riverside scenery, wooded slopes and walking trails give a trip here several different focuses. If you are looking for a hotel in Comrie, you can first consider whether you mainly want to explore on foot or experience the village’s history and Hogmanay.

Walking and Scenery

An older walking guide by Comrie Community Council describes six local walks along rights of way. They all start in the village centre and range from two to six miles. This range gives you a concrete basis for comparing route lengths when planning your day.

The Glen Lednock path is a four-mile circular route starting from Laggan car park. Its starting point sets it apart from the six walks that begin in the centre; its length falls within their two-to-six-mile range. Path conditions can change, so it is advisable to check them before setting out. The details answer different planning questions: one describes a single circular walk with a specific starting point, while the other covers several routes that share a starting point in the village centre and gives a range of lengths.

The similarly named Glenlednock Circular Walk starts in the village centre. Deils Cauldron, a waterfall and pool, lies along the route near Comrie. The options described therefore differ in their starting points: Laggan car park for the four-mile circular route, and the village centre for the walk that passes Deils Cauldron.

Village Character, Hogmanay and History

The White Church, dating from 1805, is Comrie’s most prominent landmark. The listed Earthquake House was first restored in 1986. The two places offer different historical points of interest: the church defines the village’s character, while the Earthquake House is notable for its listed status and restoration history.

Every Hogmanay, the Comrie Flambeaux are lit and carried through the village by a pipe band, followed by a fancy-dress parade. During the Flambeaux procession, the torches are thrown into the River Earn from Dalginross Bridge. This is said to symbolise the driving away of evil spirits. If you are travelling to see this tradition, check the specific event dates in advance.

On the edge of Dalginross, a district of Comrie, a marching camp covering 23.5 acres lies along the B827. The visible remains are limited. For archaeological interpretation, the extent of the site and the amount of visible remains are two different measures.

Getting There by Bus

Stagecoach routes 15 and 15a are the main bus connection between Comrie and Crieff and start in Perth. Check the timetable before travelling so you can factor the bus journey into your day’s plans.

Discover more destinations: Ochtertyre, Morenish, Coupar Angus, Scone, Blairgowrie and Rattray, Kinloch Rannoch, Fowlis Wester, Kinross.

For the broader travel overview: Perth And Kinross.