Hotel, Restaurant, Bar & Gardens
in the Heart of Historic Dunkeld

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A scenic aerial view of a small town by a river, with a stone bridge, white buildings, green trees, and forested mountains in the background on a partly cloudy day.
Cozy bedroom with a white bed and gray pillows, wooden tray with breakfast on the bed, black wall paneling, gold lamps, a wooden chair with a sheepskin throw, and a window with sunlight.
A person kayaking under a stone bridge on a river with forested hills in the background during sunset.
Interior of a dining area with large windows overlooking a river and mountains, decorated with fluffy dog seats, tables set with glasses and small vases of flowers.
Interior of a dining room illuminated by natural light, featuring wooden floors, vintage chairs with fur covers, a fireplace with decorative items, and large windows showing trees outside.
Interior of a bar with a curved wooden counter, shelves with bottles, flowers, and decorative items, and four wooden bar stools in front.
People sitting at a long outdoor picnic table near a river with a stone arch bridge in the background and lush greenery around.
A sustainable farm with multiple greenhouses and vegetable beds, two people working among the crops, and tall trees in the background.
People watching an outdoor movie on a large screen near a river, surrounded by trees and a bridge in the background.
Two chefs preparing food at an outdoor kitchen near a river, with a stone bridge in the background
Two people stand outside a greenhouse, holding freshly harvested vegetables in their hands and inspecting their produce. The girl holds a bunch of large root vegetables, while the man holds a bunch of carrots and leafy greens. There are various veget
Sunlit living room with two armchairs, a bench, a large plant, and a view of a garden through an open door and window.
A village with white buildings, surrounded by trees and mountains, with a church in the center, during sunset.
Interior of a cozy pub with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and a large flower arrangement overhead. There are framed pictures on the walls, a piano on the left, and a small table with two fluffy chairs at the front. Sunlight streams through a doorw
Cozy bedroom with large window, bed with white bedding and faux fur throw, armchair with faux fur cover, small bedside lamp, and closet with hanging clothes.
A river flowing through a landscape with trees on both sides, with hills or mountains in the background, during sunset or sunrise.

Eat, drink & sleep on the banks of the River Tay

Set on the banks of the River Tay in Dunkeld, The Taybank is a beloved Scottish destination where the atmosphere shifts with the seasons. From fresh spring flavours to summer garden dining, cosy autumn nights to festive winter retreats — every visit is unique.

Enjoy local food and drinks, live music, one of Scotland’s largest beer gardens, and thoughtfully designed rooms. Whether you’re here to eat, drink or stay, The Taybank offers a place to take it all in, and feel at home by the river.

People sitting on deck chairs and outdoor chairs watching a movie on a large screen near a river at the taybank gardens with greenery and a bridge in the background.

What’s On

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Live Music: Boat Road Sessions

Bluegrass, Americana and more at the Boat Road Sessions.

Live Music: Thursday Night Trad Session

Join us in the bar for our popular weekly Scottish trad music session.

Live Music: Boat Road Sessions

Bluegrass, Americana and more at the Boat Road Sessions.

Live Music: Thursday Night Trad Session

Join us in the bar for our popular weekly Scottish trad music session.

  • Musicians performing outdoors near a river with a stone bridge in the background, under string lights. One is playing a keyboard, another on violin, a third with an acoustic guitar, and a woman is taking photos.

    Live Music

    Experience a mix of traditional Scottish folk sessions, bluegrass, Americana, jazz and much more.

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  • Cozy interior of a dining area with a sheepskin-covered chair beside a wooden table with bowls of food and drinks, a fireplace with a fire burning, framed artwork on a reddish wall, a large potted plant, and a colorful illustration of a person playing guitar and rowing a boat.

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  • A scenic view of a small town situated along a river, with a stone bridge crossing the water, surrounded by lush green trees and hills under a clear blue sky.

    2025 Events

    From our annual Hogmanay party to cosy pub quizzes to, explore all the exciting events happening at The Taybank this year.

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A Year at The Taybank

View of Taybank walled garden vegetable farm with greenhouses, gardening beds, and workers harvesting crops on a sunny day.

As nature awakens and the days grow longer, we welcome you back to our riverside gardens just in time for Easter holidays and spring gatherings. 

Local musicians pack into the bar for lively Scottish trad sessions during the Niel Gow Festival and we begin hosting our first gigs in the gardens.

The walled garden bursts back to life after its winter slumber and fresh spring produce makes its way onto our menus, along with foraged wild garlic and elderflower from along the riverbank.

Families pop into the restaurant for lunch after exploring the bluebell woods, while mountain bikers enjoy pints and pizzas by the river.

Spring

People gather for a outdoor long table dinner in dunkeld at the taybank beside a river with a stone arch bridge in the background, trees surrounding the river, and string lights hanging above the dining area.

Summer

With the arrival of summer, bountiful harvests from the walled garden and fresh seafood are cooked outside over fire and served at long table dinners and brunches on the riverside.

Old friends come together to enjoy cult classic films as the sun sets at our open-air cinema.

Long summer days are spent cycling on the winding country roads, wild swimming in the river then warming up with a sundowner by the firepit. 

Locals and visitors dance under the stars at a summer ceilidh and at live gigs after the Birnam Highland Games.

Assorted gourmet dishes on a wooden table, including roasted meat with vegetables, a breaded appetizer with greens, a salad with leafy greens and vegetables, a dessert with berries, and a small bowl of stuffed potatoes with sauce.

Autumn

Autumn arrives in a blaze of colour. We savour the last warmer days outside—wandering through kaleidoscopic woods, watching wildlife and rushing waterfalls before retreating inside.

Wild local game, foraged chanterelles and the last apples from the orchard are turned into earthy dishes served in our restaurant.

Couples enjoy an intimate night listening to folk music over a bottle of wine, while groups of friends play board games in the bar. Local regulars and visiting guests compete to be crowned the winning team at our pub quiz.

Shoppers browse seasonal floral arrangements, handmade ceramics, secondhand books, clothes and bric-a-brac at our Vintage & Makers Market.

Snow falling over Dunkeld and the river Tay with the Taybank buidling and trees in the background, with a snow-covered railing and leafless tree in the foreground.

Winter

Amidst the chill of winter, we welcome the arrival of our woodfired sauna and cold plunge. Visitors enjoy a moment of calm and connection by the river, gazing out at the views of Telford’s bridge and Birnam Hill.

The festive season begins with candlelit Christmas shopping and a visit from Santa to the village. Joyful reunions take place in the bar, while families and friends gather for festive dinners in the restaurant.

We sing Christmas Eve carols with mulled drinks by the fire, and we ceilidh dance our way through Hogmanay and into the New Year.

Seasonal Guides

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    Spring

    Explore local gardens, fish on the River Tay and attend a Scottish trad music festival.

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  • Sunset over a river with trees and hills on both sides, including a small boat with two people in the water.

    Summer

    Open-air cinema screenings, wild swimming and the Birnam Highland Games.

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  • Two people, a woman with blonde hair carrying a basket and a man with dark hair, walking through a dense forest with tall trees and green foliage.

    Autumn

    Go foraging, discover Big Tree Country and age old country pursuits.

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    Winter

    A winter sauna experience, local skiing, candlelit shopping & festive gatherings.

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