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The Latest Breaking News from Pitlochry

New £8 million Tesco superstore to open in Scottish town creating 100 jobs

TESCO'S new £8.75 million superstore in Pitlochry is scheduled to open early next year, it has been revealed ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 2

Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson to star on stage together for first time

A History Of Paper will open at the Pitlochry Festival Theatre in August.

Evening Standard · May 5

Russell T Davies joins line-up for Alan Cumming’s Pitlochry theatre festival

He will take part in an ‘in conversation’ event on the opening day of the festival later this month.

Evening Standard · Jan 7

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Alan Cumming: ‘After my rant about trans rights, I was worried I would be deported’

THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The actor is also a deeply concerned US citizen. He talks to Patrick Smith about the fear gripping the US, JK Rowling, the star-studded mini-festival he’s holding in tiny Pitlochry, and working on Russell T Davies’s new drama

The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2025

‘I’m not just putting on nice plays’: Hollywood star Alan Cumming’s plan to reignite theatre in the Scottish Highlands

What is the effervescent new boss at Pitlochry theatre planning for his first season? Huge names, undersung stars – and a King Lear played by ‘the woman who changed my life’

The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2025

I had no idea Traitors US would blow up – it’s bonkers, says host Alan Cumming

The Scottish actor has reflected on his career as he announces his inaugural season as artistic director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre.

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2025

Val McDermid to premiere new play exploring Christopher Marlowe’s death

THE first readings of a play by Scotland’s “Queen of Crime” are to be held this summer in Pitlochry and Edinburgh

The National (Scotland) · Jun 15, 2025

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Review: Is this five-star Scottish hotel worth the price?

IF you've ever visited Pitlochry's fascinating Fish Ladder, or enjoyed a cultural trip to the town's Festival Theatre, you may have pondered the…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 20, 2025

Nicola Sturgeon performs surprise DJ set with Alan Cumming

NICOLA Sturgeon surprised Pitlochry Festival Theatre attendees by blasting out a set with Hollywood legend Alan Cumming.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 24, 2025

I hope to make audiences gasp, says Alan Cumming on new artistic director role

The stage and screen star is currently programming the 2026 season at Pitlochry Festival Theatre.

Evening Standard · Feb 21, 2025

Alan Cumming teases return to musical theatre and plans for Scottish Broadway show

ACTOR Alan Cumming has said he will make a return to musical theatre next year and has teased plans to take a production from Pitlochry to Broadway…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 21, 2025

Scottish council grants brewery planning permission for second time

SCOTTISH councillors have once again unanimously granted planning permission for a brewery in Pitlochry.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 13, 2025

Alan Cumming to present free DJ set at Scottish literary festival

ALAN Cumming will present a DJ set at this year's Winter Words Festival in Pitlochry.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 13, 2025

Everything you need to know as The Enchanted Forest near Pitlochry returns

The Enchanted Forest near Pitlochry is back for another year - here is everything you need to know, including when it starts and how to get tickets.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 2, 2024

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The National (Scotland) · Sep 13, 2024

Alan Cumming announced as new artistic director of 'hidden gem' Scottish theatre

SCOTTISH actor and Yes campaigner Alan Cumming has been announced as the artistic director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre (PFT)...

The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2024

‘Dream come true’: Elizabeth Newman to be Sheffield Theatres’ artistic director

After six years at Pitlochry, the admired director known for ‘big-hearted theatre work’ takes reins at major producing centre

The Guardian - UK · Jun 23, 2024

‘We are planned out of the area’: the Gypsy Travellers in Scotland opposing a proposed brewery and taproom

A community in Pitlochry contends a brewing company’s scheme will make them feel unsafe and threatens surrounding woodland and wildlife

The National (Scotland) · May 20, 2024

New Scottish music festival to go ahead after council gives green light

A BRAND new music festival headlined by Idlewild and The View has been given the green light ...

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The National (Scotland) · Oct 8, 2023

Organisers of Enchanted Forest confirm event cancelled amid weather chaos

ORGANISERS of The Enchanted Forest in Pitlochry have confirmed that tonight's (Sunday, October 9) show will not go ahead.

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

Why hostels are having a renaissance amid the cost of living crisis

Pushed back into communal dorms by soaring holiday prices, Tomasz Lesniara rediscovered the joy of trading luxury for fun

Daily Record · Jun 20, 2023

Pitlochry drummer given pipe band send-off

Drum Major Bo will be remembered as kind supporter for anyone worried by prostate cancer, having offered a listening ear to countless people at a cafe opposite his camera shop in Perth.

Daily Record · Jun 2, 2023

Ex-River City star Nalini Chetty feels 'more avenues open to biracial actors' than 15 years ago

Ahead of starring as Stella in Pitlochry Theatres' A Streetcar Named Desire the actress looks back on a busy couple of years appearing in Karen Pirie, Six Four and upcoming Crime 2.

Edinburgh Live · May 27, 2023

Reece Rodger: Police find body during search for missing Scottish dad as family informed

The 28-year-old was last seen over two months ago after he and his friends visited the site near Pitlochry on a camping trip. Officers confirmed that on Saturday morning, a body was discovered in their search

Daily Record · May 23, 2023

Perth hotel voted best in country as region wins big at prestigious Scottish Hospitality Awards 2023

The Salutation Hotel, Scotland’s Spa Hotel in Pitlochry, Blair Castle Caravan Park, Blair Castle and the Waterfront Restaurant at the Kenmore Club were recognised

The National (Scotland) · May 17, 2023

The World Cup of Stations - which Scottish stations made the list?

SIX Scottish train stations have made it to the final of a competition celebrating those across the UK best cared for by volunteers.

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