Spring weather in Perthshire is unpredictable to say this least, and this May has even seen hail! While we’re hoping for a warm and sunny period soon, there’s always the chance that you’ll wake up to a showery, windy or even determinedly wet day just when you’ve planned to go and do something. So in this article we have four ideas for days out that can go ahead whatever the weather.

Pitlochry - for outdoor lovers

With large section of Pitlochry high street under cover, this Victorian spa town is a great choice for a look around in uncertain weather. With a wide range of gift shops, outdoor clothing shops and cafes, there’s plenty to browse, and the Pitlochry Dam and Visitors Centre is well worth a visit, with interactive displays indoors. You can also tour the Athol Distillery, and if the weather allows then the short walk up to the Black Spout waterfall starts just down the road.

Perth - for culture lovers

The Perth Art Gallery and Perth Museum both make for interesting visits, and of course have the advantage of being undercover! While you’re in Perth, and if the weather permits, pop along the river to the Norrie Miller park, which makes a pleasant and fun little walk, and look out for the sculptures along the sculpture trail. For the evening, you could plan to attend a show at Perth Theatre and Concert Hall.

Birnam - for book lovers

Birnam is a fantastic village to explore, with a mix of both in and outdoor activities. During rain showers, the Beatrix Potter Exhibition at Birnam Arts is fun for the family, and there’s also a gift shop, and gallery space in the building, and, on some days, a library too. During dry spells, a look round the Beatrix Potter Garden is pleasant, and/or you can enjoy a walk down by the river to see the Birnam Oak.

Loch Earn - for art lovers

Taking in a little bit of Stirlingshire as well as Perthshire, the BLiSS trail is a sculpture trail that spans quite a wide area and can therefore be done by car. In fact, many of the pieces can be seen from the road, or by pulling into a local car park, which means it’s a perfect trail for following when some shelter is needed, although you probably will also want to get out and examine or interact with some of the sculptures!