Moncreiffe Hill

The walk up Moncreiffe Hill takes about an hour from Perth itself, and honestly, it's one of those local climbs that rewards you properly without demanding much in return. The summit sits at just over 700 metres, giving you proper views across the Tay Valley and south towards the Ochil Hills - on a clear day you can see for miles. It's the sort of place where Perth residents come to shake off a weekend, and you'll understand why once you're up there.

The approach is straightforward enough. You'll find yourself among mixed woodland for the first stretch, then the path opens out as you climb higher, and the views get progressively better. The final push is fairly steep, but nothing technical. Give yourself two hours return if you're taking it steady and want time to breathe at the top. There's a decent cairn marking the summit, and you can see right across Perthshire from up there.

It's worth doing if you're staying at Scone Camping and Caravanning Club Site or Perth Caravan Park - both are within easy reach - because it gets you out of the lowlands without serious commitment. Families with older kids will manage it fine; younger ones might find the final slope a bit much. History buffs won't find anything dramatic up there, but walkers will appreciate the straightforward accessibility and the payoff at the top. Go on a weekday if you can - weekends can get a bit busy with the Perth crowd.