The Knaps

A short, steep scramble from Blairgowrie gets you to The Knaps, a modest Perthshire peak that punches above its weight. This isn't Ben Nevis - you're looking at around 600 metres of height, with a walk that takes perhaps an hour each way depending on your fitness. What makes it worth the effort is the vantage point over Strathmore and the surrounding farmland, particularly satisfying if you've timed it right and the clouds have lifted.

The climb itself is proper straightforward, though the final push is sharp enough to get your heart going. Walkers with young legs will find it manageable; anyone after a gentle stroll up a Munro should look elsewhere. On a clear day the views extend across Perthshire with decent sightlines towards distant hills. On a grey Scottish day - which is often - you'll be squinting through mist and wondering if that darker smudge is a ridge or a rain shower.

If you're based at Glenshee Glamping nearby, it's an obvious morning outing. You'll want to go early to dodge other walkers and catch the light properly. There's no facility at the summit - bring water and something to eat. The ground can be boggy underfoot, particularly after rain, so proper boots matter more than fancy trainers.

It's a solid half-day walk if you combine it with exploring Blairgowrie itself, but don't expect to spend all week here. Decent for families with teenagers, absolute pain with toddlers.