St Kessogs Church

The church sits quietly on the outskirts of Auchterarder, a modest stone building that most drivers probably speed past without a second glance. St Kessogs has been standing there since medieval times, though what you see now is largely Victorian restoration - which is fair enough, as these things go. The interior is straightforward: decent stained glass, stone walls, and the kind of peaceful atmosphere you only get in old kirks when there's nobody else about.

It's the sort of place that appeals to history buffs and local heritage enthusiasts rather than casual tourists. You're not looking at anything dramatically beautiful or architecturally showstopping, but there's something solid and honest about it. The churchyard's worth a wander if you've got five minutes and enjoy reading old gravestones.

If you're based at one of the nearby parks - Alexander House is just two miles away, or Broadslap Farm if you've got a motorhome - it makes sense as a quick detour while exploring Auchterarder itself. The town has decent shops and a few decent pubs, so combine it with a proper walk round rather than making it a destination in itself. Greenhill Farm Glamping is a bit further out but still within reach if you fancy a morning potter about before heading elsewhere in Perthshire. Don't go expecting revelations, but if you're interested in Scottish ecclesiastical architecture or the area's religious heritage, it's worth twenty minutes of your time.