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Cruachan Power Station, Loch Awe

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A trip to the Cruachan Power Station takes families 1/2 mile (800 meters) into the Ben Cruachan Mountain to watch mighty turbines whirl. Budding engineers young and old will enjoy learning more about this hydroelectric power station’s construction as well as its operations.

 
Getting there
 
The power station is located on the north bank of Loch Awe just off he A85 and is situated 19 miles (31km) east of Oban.
Opening hours
 
The Visitor's Center is open daily 9:30-17:00 from Easter to July and September through mid-November and daily 9:30-18:00 in August.
Fees
 
Admission charged.
Contact details
 
To contact the visitor's center or book a tour dial +44 (0) 1866 822618 or send an email to visit.cruachan@scottishpower.com.

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