Nestled in a quiet glen between the heather-clad slopes of Beinn Ghlas and the still waters of Loch Brae, Glenbrae is a village of some eight hundred souls. It is a place where the old ways endure — where the kirk bell still marks the hour, where neighbours know one another by name, and where the rhythms of crofting, distilling, and hill farming shape the passing seasons.
Our village has a story stretching back centuries. From its origins as a crofting settlement in the shadow of the clearances, through the founding of Brae Distillery in 1823, to the thriving community we are today, Glenbrae has always been defined by the resilience and warmth of its people. The village hall, the primary school, the kirk, and the distillery shop remain the beating heart of daily life.
Whether you are here to walk the old drove roads, to sample a dram from the oldest working still in the glen, or simply to find a moment of quiet beside the loch, you will find a warm welcome. We invite you to explore our village, learn about our history, and discover what makes Glenbrae a place worth coming back to.
Recent Notices
Notice of Community Council Elections 2026

Notice to all residents of Glenbrae:
Nominations are now open for the Glenbrae Community Council election, to be held …
Planning Application: Proposed Visitor Centre at Brae Distillery

Notice to all residents of Glenbrae:
A planning application has been submitted to Highland Council for the construction …
Temporary Road Closure: Glen Road Bridge Maintenance

Notice to all residents and road users:
Glen Road will be closed to all traffic between the Village Hall and the …
Latest News
Brae Distillery Celebrates 200th Anniversary

Brae Distillery, the oldest working distillery in the glen, will mark its bicentenary on Saturday 5 July with a weekend …