Alfred Anderson Memorial

The Alfred Anderson Memorial stands as a quiet tribute to the last surviving British soldier of the First World War, who lived out his final years in Blairgowrie. Anderson died in 2005 at the remarkable age of 109, and this modest site marks his significance - a personal connection to a conflict that shaped the nation. The memorial itself is straightforward rather than grand, which somehow makes it more affecting. You're standing before a piece of living history, albeit remembered now.

History buffs will find genuine value here, particularly those with family connections to the Great War. The location in Blairgowrie means it works well as part of a broader Perthshire circuit exploring Scotland's wartime heritage. It's the sort of place you'd spend twenty minutes rather than hours - respectful, reflective, and deeply local.

What makes it worth the detour is context. Anderson's longevity meant he bridged nearly the entire twentieth century, witnessing everything from trench warfare to the modern age. Standing here reinforces just how recent the First World War actually was. If you're staying at Five Roads Caravan Park just down the road, or one of the other holiday parks within a few miles of Blairgowrie, adding this to your itinerary takes minimal effort and connects you to something genuinely significant. The town itself offers plenty of other attractions, so this works as a poignant addition rather than a destination in itself.