War Memorial Cairn

The War Memorial Cairn sits on high ground overlooking Perth, a solid stack of stones that doesn't announce itself loudly but commands respect once you find it. It's a straightforward tribute to local servicemen and women, the kind of monument that exists in towns across Scotland but tends to get overlooked by visitors chasing bigger attractions. The walk up is the real draw here - you get decent views across Perthshire once you've made the climb, and the quiet contemplative spot works well if you want a break from the busier parts of Perth itself.

Historians and anyone with family connections to the wars will find meaning in it. For most families on holiday, it's worth a detour if you're already walking in the area, though don't expect an hour-long visit. Kids might find the stone structure itself interesting enough to scramble around for ten minutes or so.

Being just outside Perth makes it feasible to visit if you're based at Beech Hedge or Newmill Farm - both within easy driving distance - though Blairgowrie Holiday Park is also close enough if you fancy exploring this corner of Tayside. The site appears to be accessible year-round with no admission charges, which means you can pop up whenever the mood takes you. Go on a clear day for the views; on a dreich afternoon it's just a pile of stones. The real value is in the walk itself and the space to think, rather than in the destination.