Ann Lindsay’s own guides point guests to walks from front door and further afield; adding in little known facts, and personal knowledge. Did you know that the inspirational characters for Beatrix Potter's Mr. Macgregor and Mrs. Tiggywinkle walked these routes? Or how to access special secret places for spotting wildlife? Or the highest, and one of the most spectacular roads in Scotland is within ten minutes drive? All with clearly marked maps, suggested places to stop and eat.

Best castles to see, and why. Outings for rainy days, spectacular train journeys from nearby Dunkeld, and what to look out for.

 •  Shopping in Dunkeld
 •  House of Bruar
 •  House of Menzies
 •  Dunkeld has an 18 hole golf course. Perthshire boasts 40 courses.
 •  Salmon fishing available on some of the finest stretches of the Tay.
 •  Visit the ospreys at the Loch of the Lowes.
 •  Birds rare and common abound in the area http://www.the-soc.org.uk.

Walking from the doorstep for miles of through ancient woodlands, high moorlands and the many rivers and lochs. Walks round Dunkeld and Birnam

Absorb far more of the upland moorland with the expertise of an experienced guide. Try mountaineering, trekking, mountain biking, panning for gold, all accompanied by knowledgeable guides and delicious picnics. Don't miss trips to see young deer fawns or stags roaring. www.highlandsafaris.net

Pitlochry Theatre, which was originally begun under a canvas tent, now boasts an impressive position overlooking the river, and offers wide range of plays and entertainment. www.pitlochry.org.uk

Birnam Arts & Conference Centre is a hugely successful new multi-arts and conference centre by Dunkeld in Perthshire right in the heart of Scotland. www.birnaminstitute.com

Scottish Crannog Centre, Loch Tay, offer visitors a hands on experience of early iron age loch dwelling. www.crannog.co.uk

Find out what is happening in Perthshire when you visit by clicking on www.perthshire.co.uk/events