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Open-air theatres · Scottish Highlands

Pitlochry Festival Theatre

In or near Killiecrankie.

4.6 · 1,572 Google reviews

Pitlochry Festival Theatre — a open-air theatre in scotland highlands.

Perthshire Architecture , Interior Of The Cafe-Bar At Pitlochry Festival Theatre - geograph.org.uk - 4968763

Richard West — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Pitlochry · 0.5 km

About

Pitlochry Festival Theatre is a open-air theatre located in scotland highlands. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. theatre in Pitlochry, Scotland

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2023

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Official information

Pitlochry Festival Theatre is a prominent arts venue located in Highland Perthshire, Scotland. It serves as a major producer of musical theatre and offers a variety of performances throughout the year, making it a cultural hub in the region.

Place summary

Pitlochry Festival Theatre is an open-air theatre located in the Scottish Highlands. Established in 1951 and designed by architect James Dunbar-Nasmith, it hosts a variety of performances throughout the year. The theatre's setting provides a scenic backdrop for productions, enhancing the cultural experience in this picturesque region.

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Coordinates
56.6981, -3.7353
Postcode
PH16 5DR
Parliamentary constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens
Phone
01796 484626
Established
1951
Nearest railway station
Pitlochry0.5 km
Opening
Daily 9am–5pm; varies on performance days

Sources

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Viewpoints · Scottish Highlands

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Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands

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Where to eat & stay near Pitlochry Festival Theatre

Places to stay

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Hotels · Scottish Highlands

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Pitlochry Backpackers Hotel

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Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Milton of Fonab Caravan Park

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Hotels · Scottish Highlands

Birchwood Pitlochry

Birchwood Pitlochry — a hotel in scotland highlands.

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Pitlochry Community Library - geograph.org.uk - 2221865📷 5

Hotels · Scottish Highlands

Knockendarroch

Knockendarroch — a hotel in scotland highlands.

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Pitlochry Hydro Hotel steps - geograph.org.uk - 8099322📷 5

Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Pitlochry Youth Hostel

Pitlochry Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands

Dundarach Hotel, Perth Road

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Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands

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Old Kirk of Weem - geograph.org.uk - 2531235📷 5

Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pitlochry Festival Theatre?
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH16 5DR).
What is Pitlochry Festival Theatre?
Pitlochry Festival Theatre — a open-air theatre in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Pitlochry Festival Theatre?
The nearest railway station is Pitlochry, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode PH16 5DR.
When was Pitlochry Festival Theatre built?
Built or established in 1951. Designed by James Dunbar-Nasmith.
How do I get to Pitlochry Festival Theatre?
The nearest railway station is Pitlochry, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PH16 5DR.