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THE LOCATIONArdnablane is set within 14 acres of private gardens within the Cathedral town of Dunblane. Dunblane was founded in 602AD by the Celtic missionary St. Blane. Today Dunblane is a town that exudes both olde world charm, blending examples of seventeenth, eighteenth and Victorian architecture with modern contemporary buildings. The town hosts a museum in addition to many other local attractions and is generally regarded as the gateway to the Highlands. Located just minutes from the M9 motorway within easy reach of Stirling, Perth, Glasgow and Edinburgh, Dunblane provides ready access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow's International Airports. In additional to road and air transport, Dunblane is connected to the main rail routes, to all outlets in the UK and beyond. Leisure PursuitsArdnablane is just a short drive from Gleneagles, St Andrews, Loch Lomond and a host of other championship courses. Just minutes from the development is the new Dunblane Golf Club, a severe par 71 course set in some of Scotland’s most beautiful scenery. The Dunblane Hydro Hotel is also located close by and offers a range of activities including a sports and leisure club. For the more energetic the Laighills, Ochlochy Park and the imposing Ochil Hills offer a range of excellent walking opportunities for the beginner to the more experienced hill walkers. Historical SitesDunblane is close to Stirling the home of the National Wallace Monument, Stirling Bridge and Castle. There are numerous areas of high historical interest nearby, such as Bannockburn and Linlithgow Palace, the ancient home of Mary Queen of Scots. About three miles east of Dunblane is the secluded Sheriffmuir, site of the battle of Sheriffmuir during the Jacobite uprising of 1715. EducationThere are excellent primary and secondary schools in Dunblane and the local area is well served with a mix of public and private education facilities, including the respected nearby Dollar Academy. Further education establishments include Stirling University one of Scotland’s premier University campuses. External Links |
