James Square has always been where Crieff gathers. Laid out in 1731 by James Drummond, the 3rd Duke of Perth, the Square was built to Credit: Local & Family History Collection, AK Bell Library revitalise a town that had been burned to the ground in 1716. It was an act of civic ambition. Rob Roy MacGregor gathered crowds here in 1714. Bonnie Prince Charlie held his final council of war on the Square's Drummond Arms Hotel. The Murray Fountain at its centre has marked the town's

Crieff town centre is set to receive a colourful summer makeover as local primary school pupils take part in a community planting initiative on Tuesday 16 June. Organised by Experience Crieff and supported by Bailie Rhona Brock, the planting event will see pupils from local schools working alongside community partners to fill the town's planters with vibrant summer bedding plants. The activity will take place in James Square from 1.30pm before the planters are positioned thro

If you’ve walked past the pitches on any given Saturday morning, you’ve definitely heard it. The shouting, the laughter, the shrill of the whistle, and the deep thud of a football being kicked with everything that seven-year-old has got. When we talk about community in Crieff, this is exactly what it looks like. Grassroots sport - the clubs run entirely by local folk who give up their weekends, isn't just a way to keep kids busy for an hour or two. It’s a massive part of what

As Autumn creeps in it's nearly time to pack the town's flower planters away until next year. The Square has looked incredible all summer long and it's thanks to the wonderful community in Crieff who pulled together to make it happen. Thanks to the enthusiastic involvement of local schools including Morrison’s Academy, Ardvreck School, St Dominics and Crieff Primary the planters were filled with beautiful blooms lovingly planted by pupils from across the town. This shared eff

There are some places that feel like a snapshot from the past, and then there are towns where heritage isn't just in the memories - it’s a living part of everyday life. Crieff is one of those rare and special places. While our recent social media post touched on some of the town's proud connections, we want to delve deeper into what makes Crieff such an incredible place to live, visit, and call home for a holiday. A story woven into the fabric of the town Crieff’s proud past