Glendams

Water that sits absolutely still on a windless morning - that's what catches you first at Glendams, a modest lake just outside Blairgowrie in Perthshire. It's the sort of place that doesn't announce itself loudly, which is rather the point. The walk around the water takes the best part of an hour if you're in no particular rush, and the scenery shifts from coniferous woodland on one side to more open terrain on the other. Nothing dramatic, but consistently pleasant.

This works best for anyone after a straightforward walk without scrambling or elevation gain. Families with young kids will manage it fine - the path stays fairly level and there's enough going on with the trees and water to keep attention. Serious hikers might find it a bit tame for a full day's outing, though it pairs well with other attractions in the area. Blairgowrie itself sits close by, so you could easily slot this in as a morning walk before heading elsewhere.

The lake's appeal is understated. It's free to visit and accessible most of the year, though winter can make the paths boggy. There's no visitor centre or facilities to speak of, so come prepared. If you're staying at one of the caravan parks nearby - Blairgowrie Holiday Park is only two miles away - this makes a decent leg-stretch activity. Not life-changing, but it's solid Perthshire walking without fuss or pretension.