Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Drochaid Bhan
In or near Crianlarich.
Drochaid Bhan — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Adam Ward — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Upper Tyndrum · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Drochaid Bhan in the Scottish Highlands, the nearest railway station is Upper Tyndrum, located 1.8 km away. Entry to the bridge is free. The postcode for sat-nav is FK20 8RX.
About
Drochaid Bhan is a category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB50322). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 04/05/2006 Local Authority Stirling Planning Authority Stirling Parish Killin National Park Loch Lomond And The Trossachs NGR NN 34533 28828 Coordinates 234533, 728828 — Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Planning Authority Probably dating from the 18th century this imposing rubble stone bridge is located a short distance to the East of the hamlet of Dalrigh and sweeps over the River Fillan. It is composed of 3 segmental-arched spans, the inner span wider than the outer spans, on cutwater piers. Set on the course of the 1748-53 Stirling to Fort William military road by Caulfield it is an important feature in the landscape and a key reminder of the engineering skill prevalent in the making of this highway.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
Drochaid Bhan is a bridge located in the Scottish Highlands. It is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4226, -4.6843
- District
- Stirling
- Postcode
- FK20 8RX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Stirling and Strathallan
- Nearest railway station
- Upper Tyndrum — 1.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17839347 (CC0)
Other places nearby
Dalrigh
Battlefields & battle sites · 0.2 km
Holy Pool of St Fillan
Historic churches · 0.5 km
Strathfillan Wigwams
Campsites · 1.0 km
Strath Fillan
Abbeys & priories · 1.5 km
Saint Fillan’s Chapel
Historic houses · 1.5 km
St Fillan's Priory and Burial Ground, Kirkton
Abbeys & priories · 1.5 km
Kirkton Burial Ground
Historic houses · 1.5 km
Upper Tyndrum railway station
Historic bridges · 1.8 km
Tyndrum Holiday Park
Caravan parks · 1.8 km
Tyndrum
Historic houses · 2.1 km
By the Way
Campsites · 2.1 km
Tyndrum Lower railway station
Natural landmarks · 2.2 km
Nearby
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Dalrigh
Dalrigh in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
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Holy Pool of St Fillan
Holy Pool of St Fillan — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Strathfillan Wigwams
Strathfillan Wigwams — a campsite in scotland highlands.
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Strath Fillan
Strath Fillan in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
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Saint Fillan’s Chapel
Saint Fillan’s Chapel — a historic house in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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St Fillan's Priory and Burial Ground, Kirkton
St Fillan's Priory and Burial Ground, Kirkton in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Drochaid Bhan
Places to stay
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Strathfillan Wigwams
Strathfillan Wigwams — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Tyndrum Holiday Park
Tyndrum Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
By the Way
By the Way — a campsite in scotland highlands.
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📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Drovers Inn
The Drovers Inn — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Drochaid Bhan?
- Drochaid Bhan is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode FK20 8RX).
- What is Drochaid Bhan?
- Drochaid Bhan — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Drochaid Bhan?
- The nearest railway station is Upper Tyndrum, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode FK20 8RX.
- Is Drochaid Bhan a listed building?
- Drochaid Bhan is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Drochaid Bhan free to visit?
- Yes, Drochaid Bhan is free to enter.
- How do I get to Drochaid Bhan?
- The nearest railway station is Upper Tyndrum, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode FK20 8RX.