St Fillan's Catholic Church

The small Catholic church tucked away near Crieff is one of those places that rewards a quiet afternoon rather than a rushed visit. St Fillan's sits modestly in the landscape, and stepping inside offers a moment of genuine peace - the kind you don't get often these days. The interior is simple but dignified, with the sort of calm that makes you want to sit for a bit rather than snap a photo and move on.

It's mainly of interest to those with a connection to Catholic heritage in Perthshire, or walkers who stumble across it while exploring the area. The church itself won't take long to see - twenty minutes is plenty - but it works brilliantly as a stop-off if you're based at one of the nearby caravan parks. Braidhaugh Holiday Lodge is practically on the doorstep at just over a tenth of a mile away, making it an easy morning stroll.

The real draw for most visitors will be combining it with the broader Crieff area rather than making it a destination in itself. The town has proper character, and if you're staying at Comrie Croft or one of the other parks within a few miles, you've got access to some decent walking country in the Perthshire hills. Church visits work best early in the day before other tourists arrive - though frankly, you're unlikely to see many here at all. Admission details aren't widely publicised, so ring ahead or knock on the door if you're planning to visit.