Set your sights on some local attractions

Finlarig Castle is a ruin of a four-storey 17th-century structure which sits north of Killin on the peninsula between River Lochay and Loch Tay. The castle, pictured, was built by Sir Duncan Campbell of Glenorchy and is free to the public to visit. The ruin and its surroundings are shrouded in mystery, and an oak tree nearby is said to nave been used for hangings. Despite its gruesome history, the castle is a magnificent structure in a wonderfully picturesque setting. There is a small car park nearby for visitors to use.

■ Moirlanich Longhouse is a mile north from Killin and is a rare example of a cruck frame Scottish cottage, filled with original features, including box beds and a “hinin’ lum”, used to direct smoke away from the fireplace. Visitors can admire the many artefacts on display that tell the story of rural Scottish family life in the 19th Century. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, visitors at present must pre-book their slot within the opening times on Sundays and Wednesdays, from 2pm to 5pm. Visit the National Trust for Scotland’s website at www.nts. org.uk to find out more.

■ Ben Lawers is the country’s tenth-highest Munro and lies nine miles away from Killin. The area is home to an abundance of flora and fauna, including rare arctic alpine plants, red deer, ravens and black grouse. The Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve covers some 4,500 hectares of land and is managed by the National Trust for Scotland. The organisation has ensured family-friendly trails are maintained throughout, both up to the summit as well as across the beautiful lower levels.