The River Allan (also known as the Allan Water) is a river in central Scotland. It flows through Perthshire and Stirlingshire. It joins the River Forth near Stirling. The river is approximately 22 kilometres (14 miles) in length. It is known for its natural beauty, historical significance, and diverse ecosystem.

River Allan
Location
CountryScotland
RegionStirling
Physical characteristics
Source 
 - locationNear Blackford, Perthshire
 - coordinates56°16′19″N 3°46′46″W / 56.2720°N 3.7794°W / 56.2720; -3.7794
Mouth 
 - locationRiver Forth at Stirling
 - coordinates56°07′15″N 3°56′47″W / 56.1208°N 3.9465°W / 56.1208; -3.9465
Length22 km (14 mi)

Course

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The River Allan starts near the village of Blackford in Perthshire. Flowing southward, it passes through the towns of Dunblane and Bridge of Allan before meeting the River Forth near Stirling. The river's course takes it through rural areas, sections of dense woodland, and open farmland.

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