C W Burnley-Campbell Memorial

You'll find this memorial tucked away near Colintraive, a small settlement on the Cowal Peninsula - it's one of those quiet spots that rewards a bit of curiosity. The C W Burnley-Campbell Memorial marks the life of someone who clearly mattered to this corner of Argyll, and standing there gives you a real sense of how communities remember their own.

It's a straightforward visit - no crowds, no queues, no entry fees. The kind of place where you can actually hear yourself think. If you're interested in local history or Scottish heritage, it's worth the detour, particularly if you're already exploring the quieter reaches of the peninsula. Families won't find it thrilling in itself, but it works well as a stop-off during a broader walk around the area.

Glendaruel Caravan Park sits just 2.8 miles away, which means you could base yourself there for a few days and use the memorial as part of a wider ramble through the glens and coastal paths nearby. Allow twenty minutes or so for a proper look, though honestly you could be in and out in five if you're pressed. The real value is in the setting - Argyll's landscape does most of the heavy lifting. Go when the weather's decent; there's little shelter and the mood changes completely when it rains.