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  • Ben Vrackie Path Repairs Off to a Flying Start

    Ben Vrackie Path Repairs Off to a Flying Start

    Helicopter flights mark the start of community supported repair work to Ben Vrackie hillside path. Read more

  • Ben Vrackie Fundraising Campaign Launched

    Ben Vrackie Fundraising Campaign Launched

    A community fundraising campaign has been launched to help raise money for the repair work required to Ben Vrackie's hillside path. Read more

  • Statement regarding Taymouth Castle development

    Statement regarding Taymouth Castle development

    Comment from PKCT on the proposed development in and around Taymouth Castle >> Read more

  • Perthshire’s Environment sees More Support with New Communications Officer

    Perthshire’s Environment sees More Support with New Communications Officer

    Perth and Kinross countryside gets champion for nature in new marketing and communications officer > > Read more

  • Ben Vrackie Path Repairs Off to a Flying Start
  • Ben Vrackie Fundraising Campaign Launched
  • Statement regarding Taymouth Castle development
  • Perthshire’s Environment sees More Support with New Communications Officer
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Ben Vrackie Path Repairs Off to a Flying Start

Ben Vrackie Path Repairs Off to a Flying Start

Helicopter flights mark the start of community supported repair work to Ben Vrackie hillside path. Read more

Published: 31st August, 2023

Author: Fraser Stewart

Ben Vrackie Fundraising Campaign Launched

Ben Vrackie Fundraising Campaign Launched

A community fundraising campaign has been launched to help raise money for the repair work required to Ben Vrackie's hillside path. Read more

Published: 18th August, 2023

Author: Fraser Stewart

Statement regarding Taymouth Castle development

Statement regarding Taymouth Castle development

Comment from PKCT on the proposed development in and around Taymouth Castle >> Read more

Published: 27th July, 2023

Updated: 8th August, 2023

Author: Fraser Stewart

Perthshire’s Environment sees More Support with New Communications Officer

Perthshire’s Environment sees More Support with New Communications Officer

Perth and Kinross countryside gets champion for nature in new marketing and communications officer > > Read more

Published: 3rd July, 2023

Updated: 29th August, 2023

Author: Christy Bridgeman

New Cateran Trail Interactive Accessibility Map Launched

New Cateran Trail Interactive Accessibility Map Launched

Outdoor access widened with new map pinpointing every gate, bridge, stile and more on the Cateran Trail! Plan your next adventure now > > Read more

Published: 12th June, 2023

Author: Christy Bridgeman

The Glenturret Donates to Blend Nature Restoration and Outdoor Access

The Glenturret Donates to Blend Nature Restoration and Outdoor Access

The Glenturret Distillery has teamed up with PKCT to donate to nature with every tour ticket. Read here > > Read more

Published: 1st June, 2023

Author: Christy Bridgeman

River Almond receives Riverwoods award to kickstart nature recovery

River Almond receives Riverwoods award to kickstart nature recovery

Perthshire Nature Connections Partnership thrives with new investment in riparian restoration in the headwaters of the River Almond. Read here > > Read more

Published: 29th May, 2023

Author: Christy Bridgeman

Our Lady's Primary are Champions of the Litter League!

Our Lady's Primary are Champions of the Litter League!

Our Lady's RC Primary School in Perth are regional winners of Keep Scotland Beautiful's Litter League, through their outdoor learning work with PKCT! See more details > > Read more

Published: 10th May, 2023

Author: Catherine Leatherland

Tree Charity Awarded Donation from Trunk Specialists

Tree Charity Awarded Donation from Trunk Specialists

PKCT has been awarded a generous donation from BEAR Scotland. Read about what they love about PKCT here > > Read more

Published: 2nd May, 2023

Author: Christy Bridgeman

Biodiversity partnership in Perthshire means big news for nature

Biodiversity partnership in Perthshire means big news for nature

Tayside Biodiversity Partnership highly-experienced Coordinator joints PKCT to boost, diversify and conserve Perthshire's natural environment > > Read more

Published: 11th April, 2023

Author: Christy Bridgeman

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  • Ben Vrackie Path Repairs Off to a Flying Start

    Ben Vrackie Path Repairs Off to a Flying Start

    Helicopter flights mark the start of community supported repair work to Ben Vrackie hillside path.

  • Ben Vrackie Fundraising Campaign Launched

    Ben Vrackie Fundraising Campaign Launched

    A community fundraising campaign has been launched to help raise money for the repair work required to Ben Vrackie's hillside path.

  • Dalerb to Kenmore

    Dalerb to Kenmore

    Work has begun on a project to deliver a new 1.5km path from the Scottish Crannog Centre to the Drummond Hill car park at Kenmore.

  • Health and Wellbeing

    Health and Wellbeing

    Nature's role in health and wellbeing is one of our priority topics at PKCT. Find out how we integrate it into our engagement work, and how you can get involved >

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  • The Cateran Trail

    The Cateran Trail

    One of Scotland’s Great Trails, the Cateran Trail is a fully waymarked, 64-mile (103 km) route through Perthshire and the Angus glens in the heart of Scotland.

  • Pitlochry Walks

    Pitlochry Walks

    Pitlochry is set in spectacular scenery and is ideally located for touring Highland Perthshire or further afield.

  • Crieff Walks

    Crieff Walks

    Crieff is a bustling country town set amidst magnificent Perthshire scenery. It straddles the Highland Boundary Fault where the rolling Lowland landscape meets majestic Highland terrain.

  • Dunkeld & Birnam Walks

    Dunkeld & Birnam Walks

    Dunkeld and Birnam is one of the best preserved historic towns in Scotland surrounded by a fantastic choice of walks and rides in breathtaking countryside.

  • The Loch Leven Heritage Trail

    The Loch Leven Heritage Trail

    Loch Leven Heritage Trail is a circular path of 13 miles (21 km) linking natural, historic and cultural heritage around Loch Leven.

  • Blairgowrie Walks

    Blairgowrie Walks

    Nestled on the banks of the River Ericht in the heart of Scotland, the Perthshire town of Blairgowrie & Rattray is ideally located for a day trip and or use as a base to explore Central and Eastern Scotland.

  • Top 10 Autumn Walks in Perthshire

    Top 10 Autumn Walks in Perthshire

    There is nowhere better in Scotland to take in the glorious colours of autumn than Perthshire. Home of Big Tree Country, the whole area blazes with reds, oranges and golds as the leaves turn. Salmon leaping and dear rutting add to the seasonal sights and sounds waiting to be discovered.

  • Pitlochry

    Pitlochry

    Allean Forest, Faskally Woods, the Pass of Killiecrankie and Queen's View - the most popular tourist site in Perthshire - combine for an unforgettable day out in Perthshire Big Tree Country.

  • Download Leaflets

    Download Leaflets

    There are SO many fascinating and beautiful walks across Perthshire. Check out the leaflets available to download and plan your next adventure.

  • Crieff & Strathearn

    Crieff & Strathearn

    Stroll along Lady Mary's Walk, climb up The Knock for breath-taking panoramic views, or visit Glen Lednock for atmospheric woods and dramatic waterfalls.

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Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust is a Scottish Charity, SC027481, regulated by the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) and is a company, limited by guarantee.

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