Estate agents in Dunblane

Named as one of the seven best places to live in Scotland in the Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Live Guide’ in 2022, the historic town of Dunblane is a great option for families, singletons and active couples alike. If you’re looking for somewhere that offers strong commuter links with an air of countryside, then Dunblane is hard to beat.

Places to Play

Dunblane truly offers something for everyone, wherever your interests lie.

For sports enthusiasts, the town is home to Dunblane New Golf Club, Dunblane Soccer Club with football teams for all ages, Doune and Dunblane Cricket Club as well as a Bowling Club. And who could overlook Dunblane Sports Club where the Murray brothers started their tennis careers! The Dunblane Centre and other community halls offer numerous dance, pilates and yoga classes while a gym and swimming pool can be found at the Dunblane Hydro.

For anyone more interested in the arts, The Central Scotland School of Craft has a spacious studio on the High Street where they run lots of artisan courses for anyone looking to improve their craft skills while their neighbour, Rubber Chicken Theatre, offer weekly classes and longer workshops for theatre enthusiasts young and old.

Places to Socialise

Dunblane offers a variety of cafes, restaurants and bars for residents and visitors to enjoy. So, whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion, enjoy a casual coffee with friends or even if you’re in search of evening entertainment and some liquid refreshments, you’ll find the right place.

Places to Discover

This picturesque location is home to various attractions that are of interest to residents and visitors alike. The magnificent Dunblane Cathedral sits at the heart of the town and is the icon which gave Dunblane its city status. Dunblane Museum and the Leighton Library are also historic points of interest while a short train journey, or 20 minute car ride, will get you to Stirling where you can enjoy famous landmarks including Stirling Castle and Stirling Old Town Jail as well as the nearby Wallace Monument.

Places to Roam

Dunblane has several parks and open spaces for everyone to enjoy. From strolls along the River Allan, to longer walks or cycles along the trails at Sheriffmuir, Dunblane is definitely a good choice for anyone who loves the outdoors. The wider Stirling area encompasses Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park which boasts some of the most stunning scenery in the world. Cycling, hiking and watersports are all available within a 30 minute drive.

Places to Learn

Both primary and secondary schools can be found in Dunblane which makes the town incredibly appealing to families looking to establish some roots. Dunblane High School in particular has an exceptional reputation and this is a huge draw to the area for families.

For those looking to pursue further or higher education, Stirling University can be accessed by train as can the universities in Glasgow, Dundee or Edinburgh. Forth Valley College also has a campus in Stirling so those living in Dunblane are well served with educational options.

Getting Around

With a train station providing access to both Glasgow and Edinburgh within an hour, multiple bus services and being situated just off the A9 motorway, this leafy commuter town offers lots of options should residents wish to travel further afield for either work or play.