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Loch of the Lowes

Forthcoming events

For details of upcoming public events at Lowes download a copy of our events programme. To keep up to date with all the latest goings on, check out our wildlife blog. Please note amendment to events programme: Optics Fair in August will now only be a ONE day event on SUNDAY 4TH AUGUST from 10am-5pm.

About Loch of the Lowes

Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre and Wildlife Reserve covers 98 hectares near Dunkeld. From early April to late August, the star attraction is a pair of breeding ospreys, which nest just 150 metres from our observation hide. Highlights include:

• Get closer to the ospreys with binoculars, telescopes and live video footage
• Chance to see red squirrels, woodpeckers and other woodland birds from viewing windows
• Interactive displays help bring the story of Lowes to life
• Programme of education activities and school visits
• Regular osprey and ranger walks throughout the year
• Range of gifts and souvenirs available from our gift shop

The Visitor Centre is open daily from 1 March to 31 October (from 10 am to 5 pm) and from 1 November to 28 February, Friday to Sunday only (from 10.30 am to 4 pm).

Admission prices are as follows:

Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre is located 16 miles north of Perth and 2 miles north-east of Dunkeld just off the A923. Visit our reserve page for detailed directions.

Please note

No fishing is permitted at Loch of the Lowes at any time of year to protect its wildlife and rare underwater flora.

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THIS PROJECT WAS PART-FINANCED BY THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY RURAL TAYSIDE LEADER 2007-2013 Programme