Target wood

The woodland around Targetwood, just outside Crieff, is proper walking country - the sort of place where you can lose an hour without noticing and come out feeling like you've actually been somewhere. It's mixed forest, not dramatically wild, but the paths are decent and it connects to wider trails that loop toward Loch Earn if you're keen to stretch your legs properly.

For families with young kids who don't want to be marched up a Munro, this works well. The walking is manageable, shaded, and there's enough going on - birdsong, the occasional stream, decent views opening up as you gain a bit of height. Older children who can manage a couple of hours will get more from it than toddlers, though. History types won't find much here - it's about the woodland itself rather than ruins or monuments.

Bring proper boots if it's been wet, because the ground can get boggy. Allow two to three hours for a decent wander. There's no facilities that I could find, so sort your water and snacks before you set off from Crieff.

If you're staying at Loch Earn Leisure Park down the road, this makes a logical morning walk before you head to the loch itself. It's not a destination in its own right, but it fills a gap nicely in a wider Perthshire outing. Free to access - just park sensibly and don't expect signage to be brilliant.