Deuchny Hill

The walk up Deuchny Hill starts deceptively gentle. You'll leave Perth behind quickly enough, climbing through rough moorland with views opening up across Perthshire as you gain height. It's not a long slog - the summit sits at a modest elevation - but the views reward the effort properly. On a clear day you can see across to the Sidlaws and beyond, with the River Tay snaking through the valley below.

This is a walker's hill rather than a sight-seeing spot. There's no visitor centre, no café, no facilities at the top - just the view and the wind. You get out what you put in, which appeals to people who prefer their countryside without the crowds. Families with young children might find it a bit exposed and windswept, though older kids who enjoy a proper walk will take it in their stride. Allow a couple of hours return, depending on fitness.

It works well as part of a wider Perthshire walking holiday. Scone Camping and Caravanning Club Site sits just 3.6 miles away and consistently gets top marks from visitors - that's your best bet for a proper base. You could easily combine it with other hill walks in the area or a day exploring Perth itself. Go early in the day to avoid afternoon cloud rolling in. The moorland can be boggy after rain, so decent boots are non-negotiable. Free to visit, obviously.