Visit Craigellachie Bridge

A short distance away from Speyburn between Rothes and Aberlour is the Craigellachie Bridge, where you can experience stunning Speyside views and step back in history!

Who built the Craigellachie Bridge?

The Craigellachie Bridge is the oldest cast iron bridge in Scotland. Designed by famous engineer Thomas Telford and built between 1812 and 1814, this bridge was well ahead of its time. Created with a single arch span of 45.7 metres, the ironwork was cast at the Plas Kynaston iron foundry in Denbighshire before being transported by canal and sea to Scotland for assembly. The bridge was designed to overcome periods of extreme flooding and proved to be vital in transporting goods across the river during the 19th and 20th centuries. 

Why visit Craigellachie Bridge?

Whether you appreciate a bridge or not, Craigellachie Bridge has lots to offer here’s their reasons to experience for yourself!

1.  Experience a piece of History: Being over 200 years old this was the main route from Elgin to Aberlour until it closed to vehicles in 1972. The Craigellachie bridge has stood strong throughout history from handling everyday traffic, through The Great flood of 1829 as well as both world wars. It still remains open to pedestrians and cyclists, as you step across its almost like stepping back as you walk over the river. 

2. Feat of engineering, architecture and design: Designed by Thomas Telford the Craigellachie bridge is one of the many works of engineering “The Colossus of Roads” would design in his career.  When you walk across it you can truly appreciate the engineering and see why it has been referred to a bridge before it’s time.  Not only does  does the bridge have cast iron lattice structure but also features castellated turrets giving the bridge a distinctive character. 

3. Stunning Views: This iconic bridge has a backdrop of the stunning Speyside views from on top and below the bridge. The bank is the perfect spot to enjoy a picnic.  On a nice day the bridge and its Speyside backdrop is striking, and the sound of the river is perfect to grab a moment for yourself or some great content.

Stop by Speyburn

After experiencing a piece of Speyside history why not come and explore what makes the region famous and discover how a Speyside whisky is made!

In a serene Scottish valley, tucked in amongst the tree-lined banks of the Granty Burn, you’ll find the iconic Speyburn Distillery. It's beautiful stonework and pagoda roof peeking through the trees make it one of the most picturesque distilleries in the region.

Since 1897, Speyburn Single Malt has drawn from these refreshing waters to craft a whisky as inviting as its famous Speyside home. It remains the only distillery to use its crystal clear water in the whisky-making process.

 At Speyburn we follow our own course, crafting a whisky with nothing but enjoyment in mind. To allow everyone, everywhere to experience the beautiful simplicity of a well-made whisky.

Come and explore how we make the whisky that speaks for itself!