Martin Ridley

The Martin Ridley gallery sits in Pitlochry, a town that's already worth the drive into Perthshire. This is a proper art space - the kind where you can actually spend time without feeling rushed or overwhelmed by crowds. What you'll find depends on the current exhibition, but expect contemporary work with a Scottish lean, displayed in a setting that feels intimate rather than institutional.

It's the sort of place that appeals to art enthusiasts and anyone who prefers their galleries without the pomposity. You won't need more than an hour here unless you're genuinely absorbed, which means it pairs well with a walk along the River Tay or a visit to one of Pitlochry's other attractions nearby. The town itself has enough going on - shops, cafes, theatre - that you can build a proper half-day around it.

If you're staying at Milton Of Fonab Caravan Park, just 0.6 miles away, it's an easy stroll into town. Faskally Woods Holiday Park at 2.0 miles offers a slightly quieter base but still within walking distance if you fancy it. Worth checking their website before you go - opening hours and admission details aren't always immediately obvious - but if you're in Pitlochry anyway, it's worth a look.