The Crosswell Fountain, Kinross

The Crosswell Fountain sits right in the heart of Kinross, a modest Victorian structure that's easy to walk past if you're not paying attention. It's functional rather than fancy - a working fountain that's been part of the town's streetscape for well over a century, originally built to provide fresh water before mains supplies took over.

This isn't a tourist spectacle. What makes it worth a stop is the sense of place it gives you. Kinross itself is a pleasant enough market town on the shores of Loch Leven, and the fountain marks the town centre where locals still gather. The water's usually running, and there's something oddly satisfying about seeing a Victorian utility actually working as intended, not just preserved behind velvet ropes.

If you're camping at Gallowhill Caravan & Camping Park just over a mile away, you could easily pop into town to stretch your legs and grab a coffee while the kids explore around the fountain - though don't expect them to be entertained for long. It's five minutes, maybe ten if you're chatty with a local.

The real draw of Kinross is Loch Leven itself, with its castle ruins and walking paths. The fountain's really just part of getting to know the town properly rather than a destination in its own right. Free to look at, obviously, and no set hours since it's on a public street.