Hoole Hill

The walk up Hoole Hill rewards you with views across Perthshire that justify the climb. It's not a massive peak - nothing requiring technical kit or serious fitness - but the vantage point over Perth and the surrounding valleys makes it a solid afternoon out from the caravan.

The hill itself is more of a proper wee ascent than a stroll. Allow a couple of hours for the round trip depending on your pace and how long you fancy staying at the top. The path is straightforward enough, though it can get boggy underfoot after rain, so decent boots are worth it. On a clear day the visibility is excellent - you'll spot landmarks across Tayside without squinting at a map.

Walkers will get the most from this one. Kids might find the climb a bit of a drag if they're not already keen on hills, and once you're up there you're standing about rather than exploring ruins or visiting a gift shop. That's not a criticism - it's honest work and the payoff is a proper landscape view rather than a cluttered vista.

If you're based at Beech Hedge or South Valleyfield, Hoole Hill sits close enough for a morning trip without burning half your day driving. Pair it with exploring Perth itself - the town's got enough going on to fill an afternoon. The hill works best in spring or autumn when the midges aren't out in force and the light's got that sharpness to it.