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Doors Open Days across Perth and Kinross

The view from the roof of Castle Huntly.
The view from the roof of Castle Huntly.

Unusual opportunities ranging from a tour of a prison to a behind the scenes look at a crematorium are on offer this year through Doors Open Days.

Over the weekend of September 24 and 25 some 40 buildings across Perth and Kinross are participating,  many not normally open to the public.

Highlights include the rare opportunity to visit Sunnybrae Cottage, an A-listed building in the care of Historic Environment Scotland.

On the Saturday, there will be a guided tour, family activities or informal visits available at the 18th century cruck-framed cottage.

Also in Pitlochry, Claire Hewitt, local storyteller, will be in residence at the Pitlochry and Moulin Heritage Centre on the Sunday between 2pm and 4pm. There will be an opportunity to delve into the social history of the area through an exploration of the centre’s displays and records.

Among the most unusual opportunities are the chance to join guided tours of Earnside Energy Composting Facilities at Binn Farm, near Glenfarg,  or of HMP Castle Huntly, at Longforgan on the Carse of Gowrie.

Five new buildings are welcomed to the event this year, including Perth Crematorium which is opening its doors to dispel the myths and ‘tall stories’ that are told about crematoria.

Durn, one of the elegant late 19th century villas that line the eastern bank of the Tay is also opening for the first time.

Now the headquarters of land and estate agents Bell Ingram, the house has been used as a family home for the Pullars and at one time housed the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve.  Overlooking the North Inch from the other side of the Tay, refreshments will be served and there will be croquet on the lawn.

Some events require booking, including the guided tours of Sunnybrae Cottage, Binn Farm, Gleneagles House and HMP Castle Huntly, so the advice is check the programme — which is available from libraries, museums or visitor information centres or online at www.pkht.org.uk — and book early to avoid disappointment.

Events such as guided tours, music, poetry and activities for children will take place at many buildings and are also outlined in the programme.

The local event is organised by Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust and funded by the Gannochy Trust.