Near Killin, at the western end of Loch Tay, Scotland
Kinnell Stone Circle
Prehistoric
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4.8
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Peaceful
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Why it's Wildland
4.8Six upright stones form a compact prehistoric ring in a pasture near Killin. Look closely at the northernmost stone: it is reported to bear three cupmarks.
A brief countryside detour leads to a tangible prehistoric monument, with a specific detail to seek among the stones. Its setting near Killin’s river, village heritage and mountain landscape gives the visit a stronger sense of place than a roadside stop.
Peaceful · Atmospheric · Ancient-feeling
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The experience
A short, focused visit to a six-stone prehistoric circle near Killin. If access is confirmed, take time to look for the reported cupmarks and consider the monument in the context of the surrounding pasture and wider Killin landscape.
Things to do
Look for the circle’s cupmarks
The northernmost stone is reported to carry three cupmarks. View the surface closely without climbing on or marking the stones.
10–20 minutes
Explore Killin’s heritage walk
The National Park describes a 1½-mile village walk that takes in Finlarig Castle and Moirlanich Longhouse. Check route and site access details before setting out.
Not stated
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 1 hour from Killin, including the reported 15-minute walk each way
Quick Escape: the stone circle
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Confirm that access to the field is permitted before setting out.
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Walk from Killin towards the circle using current local directions; the supplied guide describes an approach from the Main Street car park via the road south across the River Dochart and a track.
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Look around the six-stone ring for the reported cupmarks on the northernmost stone, then return the way you came.
Half day · Half day
Make a Half Day of It: Killin’s heritage and river
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If access is confirmed, visit Kinnell Stone Circle and look for the reported cupmarks.
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Return to Killin and see the Falls of Dochart and Bridge of Dochart.
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Choose a sourced village heritage walk: the National Park page describes a 1½-mile route covering the village, Finlarig Castle and Moirlanich Longhouse.
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Plan any food stop in Killin separately and check current opening details.
Verified history
The Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park describes Killin Stone Circle as a well-preserved prehistoric monument in the grounds of Kinnell House. A separate tourism page describes it as Neolithic and gives an estimated age of four to five thousand years; another supplied source offers a broader Neolithic or Bronze Age attribution. These sources report three cupmarks on the northernmost stone. The evidence here does not establish a precise date or confirm the circle’s original purpose.
Hidden details
Three reported cupmarks — Check the northernmost stone for three cupmarks, reported by the local tourism source and the attraction summary.
When to go
· No particular time is established by the sources. Check access conditions before travelling.
The supplied sources do not establish a seasonal highlight or seasonal access pattern.
The approach includes a track and a pasture-field setting. Check local conditions and access before setting out; field surfaces may be affected by weather.
Worth pairing with
Falls of Dochart and Bridge of Dochart
A notable river and village stop in Killin, described by the National Park as a dramatic series of rapids crossed by the bridge.
Killin heritage walk
The National Park describes a 1½-mile walk covering the village, Finlarig Castle and Moirlanich Longhouse.
What to look for
Look for the ring of six upright schist slabs and, on the northernmost stone, the three reported cupmarks. Take care around livestock and do not climb on or damage the stones.
The story
Archaeology
Best time to go
No season-specific advantage is established by the supplied sources. Check access conditions before setting out.
Choose a clear period when the approach and field access are suitable. Confirm permission before setting out; no particular season or time of day is established by the sources.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
History lovers · Walkers · Photographers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
The circle is in a pasture field near Kinnell House. Visitor accounts describe reaching it on foot from Killin, but access arrangements and permission are not confirmed. Check locally before entering the field; respect livestock and private land. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Parking
A local guide reports a car park on Killin’s Main Street, but parking availability and current arrangements should be checked before visiting.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
No facilities at the circle are verified. Killin has food options; check what is open before travelling.
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Dogs
Check before visiting. Visitor accounts mention livestock in the field; keep dogs under close control and follow any current landowner instructions.
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Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park are reported as unavailable. The approach is described by a local guide as a walk from the village, but route surface and field access should be checked.
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Cost
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Around Kinnell Stone Circle
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
