Support an appeal

We run appeals to support our project work and to conserve Perthshire's tree heritage. Donations of any size help to make a huge difference towards the amount of work we are able to do in these specific areas.

Here are our two current appeals:

Love 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 that is managed by the Perth & Kinross Countryside Trust.

Each year thousands of people enjoy the Trail but most don't realise that the entire Trail is maintained and improved using charitable donations and grants raised by us.

Donate, fundraise and read more about how you can help give the Cateran Trail some love!

Save the Birnam Oak

The 500-year-old Birnam Oak is the last fragment of Birnam Wood made famous in Shakespeare’s Macbeth and needs our help if it is to live for hundreds of years more.

The ancient tree’s trunk is hollow, and its long branches are still growing. We have already carried out urgent tree surgery to stabilise the tree and save it from splitting in half, but more work is needed.

Donate, fundraise and read more about how you can help save the Birnam Oak!

Latest

PR, Marketing and Communication Officer

We are on the lookout for a PR, Marketing and Communication Officer to join our small team. See full details and how to apply >>
Fonab Castle is wild about Perthshire big trees

Fonab Castle is wild about Perthshire’s big trees and has signed up to help conserve and protect Perthshire Big Tree Country now and for the future.>>
Tayside photography competition returns to find exciting new images of the River Tay

The TAYken By Me photography competition is back for all amateur photographers who love the landscape of the River Tay! See full details >>
TAYken By Me photography competition 2023

Amateur photographers are welcome to enter the TAYken By Me photography competition for free by snapping the landscape in and around the River Tay during Spring and Summer 2023 >>

Friends of Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust

Join our Friends scheme to help us work to make Perthshire's countryside the best in Scotland for another 25 years!
Helping to save the Birnam Oak

We are a group of students studying administration and as part of our course we must find a cause we think is worthwhile and help to raise funds. We have decided this historic tree is a worthwhile cause.
Our legacy promise to you

Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust's legacy promise to you.
Who we are and what we do

Founded in 1997, Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust is an independent charity that negotiates access to land, builds paths, helps care for some of Scotland’s most spectacular woodlands and trees, and works on conservation projects all to improve and promote access to the countryside for everyone. We work in partnership with other organisations and community groups to help make Perthshire one of the most stunning, enjoyable and accessible destinations in Scotland.
Business Support Schemes

Our support schemes are open for hotels, B&Bs and businesses of all sizes in Perthshire Big Tree Country, on the Cateran Trail and along the proposed new River Tay Way.
Donate

Every donation, big and small, makes a huge difference to the work we are able to do to develop, improve and conserve Perthshire’s incredible countryside.
Leave a gift in your will

Help us get the countryside into the hearts of people now, tomorrow and for years to come.
Become a funder

Support us as a core funder, match fund one of our projects or help us market and promote Perthshire and our work.
Donate to PKCT

Every donation, big and small, makes a huge difference to the work we are able to do to develop, improve and conserve Perthshire’s incredible countryside!
Aberfeldy countryside chosen as Co-op Cause

The countryside around Aberfeldy in Highland Perthshire has been chosen as a Co-op Cause!

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

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

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

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

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