Scotland 2019 16: Dunkeld

Our time in Fife was over, with the next stop being Pitlochry.  The journey took us back through St Andrews, over the Tay Bridge to Dundee, then around Perth and north up the A9.  Lunchtime happened to correspond with the town of Dunkeld, so we decided to stop off and take a look.  Dunkeld is small and very attractive, with several shops and eateries (including an excellent bakery where we bought bridies and cake) .  It also boasts a part-ruined "Cathedral" - really not much more than a parish church - which has quite a chequered history.  The Battle of Dunkeld was part of the 1689 Jacobite rising, supporting the deposed James VII of Scotland against William of Orange.  As a result of the battle, the Cathedral has lots of holes caused by musket fire which are clearly visible today.

Dunkeld is a lovely place, and is thoroughly recommended for anyone who needs a bit of respite on the long drive north.  I'm sure we'll be back there at some point.