BlairgowriePerth and Kinross

The raspberry capital of Scotland (Blairgowrie produces the majority of Scotland's soft fruit), the River Ericht gorge, Ardblair Castle, the Cateran Trail, and a beautiful Perthshire market town

Blairgowrie has been growing soft fruit since the 19th century — the combination of fertile soil, reliable rainfall and long summer days makes it ideal for raspberries. The town sits at the gateway to the Perthshire Highlands, and the Cateran Trail — a 64-mile circular walk — starts here.

Fresh raspberries from the farms in summer are extraordinary — look for farm shops along the A93. The Cateran Trail is one of Scotland's finest long-distance walks. The River Ericht gorge walk through the town is beautiful.