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Perthshire, Scotland

Nethercraig Holiday Park

— (0)Price on Pitchup56.590°N, 3.341°W
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You wake to mist rolling off the Perthshire hills, the kind of soft Scottish morning where the air smells of damp grass and distant heather.

This is a proper year-round site that takes tents, campervans, and caravans — useful if you're touring the central Highlands and need flexibility with dates or weather. Perthshire's that sweet spot between proper mountains and accessible countryside, so it suits families wanting forests and lochs without white-knuckle single-track roads, couples exploring distilleries and market towns, or anyone using it as a base for walks that don't require crampons. The mixed pitch types mean you'll get a range of campers, from tourers to weekenders under canvas.

Facilities are straightforward — toilets and showers onsite, nothing fancy but the essentials are covered. Check the campfire policy when you arrive, as it's site-dependent. The vibe is unpretentious: you're here for the Perthshire landscape, not the bells and whistles.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
17°C
Rain
10 mph
94%
7-Day Outlook
Today
18° / 14°
100%
Sat
18° / 10°
45%
Sun
20° / 7°
6%
Mon
18° / 12°
24%
Tue
25° / 11°
16%
Wed
22° / 14°
6%
Thu
19° / 13°
12%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

4 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Ardblair Trail

Circles Ardblair Castle grounds on mostly flat, well-maintained paths through mature woodland and open parkland. Perfect for families with buggies on the main route, though some optional woodland sections get muddier after rain. Dogs welcome on leads. The historic castle backdrop (private, viewed from outside) and peaceful woodland make this an easy, scenic wander ideal for stretching legs between activities or a gentle morning stroll with little ones.

Walking route
0.54 km from campsite

Oakwood Loop

Meanders through mature woodland on well-maintained paths with gentle inclines, making it ideal for families with buggies and young children. Dogs welcome to explore the varied tree species and seasonal wildflowers. The Woodland Trust site offers peaceful shade, abundant birdlife, and clear waymarking throughout. Perfect for a relaxed hour's stroll when you want easy access to nature without challenging terrain.

Walking routeLocal network
8.25 km from campsite
Operator: Woodland Trust Scotland

Cateran Trail

Covers 104km of varied Highland terrain through Perthshire glens and farmland, with significant climbs including steep ascents over moorland passes reaching 600m+. Divided into five sections (typically tackled over 4-5 days), this circular route is **not suitable for buggies or young children** due to its length, remote stretches, and challenging gradients. Dogs welcome but must be under close control around livestock and grouse moors. Worth doing for dramatic mountain scenery, historic drove ro

Hiking routeNational trail
12.92 km from campsite
Route length: 104 km
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River Tay Way

Hiking routeLocal network
23.69 km from campsite
Operator: Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust
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Pubs & restaurants within 5 km

  • The Dreadnought
    Pub 0.0 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • Canton Cuisine
    Takeaway 0.1 km~5 min walkchinese
    Directions
  • The Munch Box
    Takeaway 0.1 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • The Dome Restaurant
    Restaurant 0.2 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • Adventure Into Books Café
    Cafe 0.3 km~5 min walkcoffee shop
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Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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