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Our top spots to visit when you stay at Braidhaugh Holiday Park
Published on 12/07/2021, 09:29
Perched proudly on the edge of the beautiful River Earn, Braidhaugh is a fantastic base if you are looking to explore and make the most of what this stunning area of Scotland has to offer. There is so much to see and do here, you will be spoilt for choice.
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Whether you are a family with children looking for something for the kids to burn off some energy, holidaying with your four-legged family member and wanting some nice walks in stunning scenery, or a history lover looking to check out some of the ancient castles and ruins Scotland is famous for, you can be assured there is an array of attractions and activities to suit everyone.
To help you decide what will be on your to-do list during your stay with us we have put together a list of some of our top spots to visit.
Strathearn Gallery
(2-minute drive) The Strathearn Gallery is a contemporary art gallery in Crieff. The gallery is well known for exhibiting original work from leading Scottish artists as well as supporting new and up-and-coming artists through regularly changing exhibitions.
Drummond Castle Gardens
(3-minute drive) Drummond Castle Gardens is one of Europe’s and Scotland’s most important and impressive formal gardens and dates back to the 17th Century. The gardens were redesigned and terraced in the 19th Century.
The formal gardens that you see today were replanted in the 1950s but preserve many of the original features, the ancient yew hedges and the remaining beech tree planted by Queen Victoria, commemorating her visit in 1842. Open seasonally from 1st March – 31st October.
Lady’s Mile Walk
(3-minute drive) Lady Mary’s Walk is a popular route in Crieff which runs along the banks of the River Earn. The picturesque route through woodland and along the banks of the River Earn features an avenue of mature oak, beech, lime and sweet chestnut trees.
Action Glen
(5-minute drive) Action Glen is all about outdoor experiences and with over 900 acres to play in, there's a lot to experience for all ages and abilities.
Zoom around the estate on an EZ Raider, take a saunter with the friendly alpacas, jump and dive in our woodland combat zone - there's over 30 activities to try at Action Glen. Action Glen Adventure Park at Crieff Hydro.
Crieff Golf Club
(5-minute drive) Rated one of Scotland’s top inland courses by Golf World magazine. Crieff Golf Club is surrounded by beautiful countryside in the heart of golfing Perthshire.
Built on gently sloping parkland with spectacular views, the two courses provide a fair but challenging experience for golfers of all levels of ability. Welcome to Crieff Golf Club, the heart of the Perthshire countryside.
The Glenturret Distillery
(6-minute drive) The Glenturret Tour will take you through the traditional art of making the famous Glenturret single malt whisky using hand-operated, time-honoured methods.
The distillery hosts will also bring to life the history and heritage of one of Scotland's most iconic whisky brands. At the tour's end, you will enjoy a Glenturret tasting from the exceptional distillery whisky range.
Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre
(11-minute drive) The Centre enjoys a great location and is ideal for a day out. There is something for everyone with lots of animals to see, places to discover, things to do and plenty of play areas for the kids to let off steam! There are over 50 species of animals from albino wallabies, meerkats and lemurs to native red deer and Scottish wildcats.
The hatchery with its baby and small animals section offers animal handling and daily hatchings of chicks, quail and ducklings throughout the spring and summer. There is also an indoor soft play area and adventure play barn, outdoor play park, crazy golf, flying fox and pony rides in the summer months. There are various walks, a family fishery (separate fees apply), 2 gift shops and Torlum Mountain View Coffee Shop.
Deil’s Cauldron
(22-minute drive) The Glenturret Tour will take you through the traditional art of making the famous Glenturret single malt whisky using hand-operated, time-honoured methods.
The distillery hosts will also bring to life the history and heritage of one of Scotland's most iconic whisky brands. At the tour's end, you will enjoy a Glenturret tasting from the exceptional distillery whisky range.
Sterling Castle
(32 minute-drive) Stirling Castle is one of Scotland’s grandest castles due to its imposing position and impressive architecture. Enter the world of Scotland’s Renaissance kings and queens and discover a world of colour, splendour and glorious craftsmanship. Stirling Castle
Well, that’s our top picks! We hope it has given you some help and inspiration as to where to visit while on holiday at Braidhaugh.
To book your break, see our offers, and for more information on all things Braidhaugh Holiday Park.
Laurie
Stayed at Letham Feus, July 2025
★★★★★
Excellent lodge accommodation, where we enjoyed a fabulous family break.
Staff were very friendly, and kids loved using the hot tub. Dog friendly too.
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