Pump Track Auchterarder by Velosolutions

A pump track is basically a dirt circuit with rollers and berms that you ride without pedalling - pure momentum and body weight do the work. Velosolutions built this one just outside Auchterarder, and it's the kind of thing that looks deceptively simple until you actually try it. Kids absolutely thrive here. There's something genuinely addictive about finding your rhythm on the bumps, and even absolute beginners can have a go within minutes.

You'll need a bike - preferably a hardtail or BMX, though people manage on various setups. The track itself is free to use, though I'd check locally for any seasonal closures or maintenance work before heading over. Allow an hour minimum, though kids often want to stay longer once they've found their flow. The skill ceiling is properly high too, so even experienced riders find new lines to work.

It's ideal for families based at Alexander House or Broadslap Farm, both within easy reach. If you're doing a Perthshire holiday and have kids who ride, this beats sitting in a cafe. The surrounding area offers proper walking and other outdoor stuff, so it slots nicely into a mixed activity break rather than eating up your whole day. Bring water and maybe a helmet if you're serious about technique. Late spring through early autumn is obviously best - you want dry ground.