Scenically located in the “Braes of Balquhidder” (made famous in the original poem on which the song “Wild Mountain Thyme” is based), it is an area steeped in the history of Rob Roy and the McGregor Clan.

Rob Roy spent much of his life at Balquhidder and is buried in the village churchyard.

Visit Rob Roy’s Grave a few miles away in Balquhidder village . For more information Rob Roy visitors centre www.robroyvisitorcentre.com
Visit Killin and the wonderful Breadalbane Folklore Centre and Dochart Falls
Follow the Trossachs trail through beautiful glens and passing alongside lochs
Go to Blair Drummond leisure and Safari Park, it’s a fabulous day out for kids and adults www.safari-park.co.uk
Visit historic Doune that boasts a magnificent 14th century courtyard castle, once the ancestral home of the Earls of Moray. You can also browse around the Antique and Arts centre just outside Doune.
Take the Kids to the Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre which offers a fascinating array of animals, kids play area, café and shop.
Go to Crieff and visit Stuart crystal, Glen Turret distillery, Perthshire paperweights and the ceramic experience. On the way there you could stop and visit the Famous Grouse Experience which is a fun day out for all with whiskey tasting for mum and dad! www.famousgrouse.co.uk
Go to Callander have a browse around the shops, and visit the Callander sports centre which has a climbing wall, swimming pool and gymnasium www.incallander.co.uk