Hilton Church, Inverness

The Church of Saint Columba in Hilton, a few miles north of Inverness, is a modest but proper wee kirk that deserves a quiet visit if you're camping nearby. Built in the 18th century, it sits with genuine presence among the Highland landscape - the sort of place where you can actually hear yourself think, which is saying something in tourist season. The interior is simple, uncluttered, and genuinely atmospheric without being heavy-handed about it. Most people spend twenty minutes here, maybe thirty if you're the type to read every inscription and wonder about the folk buried outside. It's not a showstopper - don't rearrange your schedule for it - but it's exactly the kind of stop that makes a camping holiday feel like an actual escape rather than just ticking boxes. Free to visit, as these churches usually are, and there's no faffing about with opening hours since you can generally access the grounds anytime. If you're staying at Ardtower Caravan Park or Go Glamping at Loch Ness, both just up the road, this is a genuine breath of fresh air between longer walks and the bustle of Inverness itself. The walk from the car is short and flat, so it won't knacker the kids or grandparents. Best visited on a clear day when you can actually appreciate the views across the surrounding fields - grey Highland weather can make it feel a bit gloomy, which is atmospheric but not necessarily what you've travelled for.