Deserted Village

The poetry path winds through what was once a proper working village, now abandoned to time and the Scottish countryside. It's not some grand heritage attraction with interactive displays - this is a walking route through actual ruins, guided by verses pinned along the way. You'll spot old stone foundations, overgrown walls, and the kind of silence that makes you think about who lived here and why they left.

The whole thing works best for walkers and anyone interested in local history without wanting it spoon-fed. Poetry fans will appreciate the Corbenic Poetry Path concept, though the verses are the kind of thing you'll either love or skip past entirely. It's genuinely moving if you're inclined that way, a bit melancholic if you're not.

Near Dunkeld, this slots nicely into a day exploring the Tay valley - you could combine it with other walks in the area without much faffing about. The admission seems to be free (check the website to confirm), and you can wander the route at your own pace. Allow an hour or so, depending on how long you linger over the poetry and the views.

Stay at Inver Mill Farm Caravan Park just 3 miles away if you're basing yourself nearby. It's the obvious choice with a cracking rating. From there, you're well-positioned for walks across Perthshire. The deserted village itself won't hold young kids for long, but it's worth a detour if you're serious about walking or Scottish social history.