Home to the award-winning Perth Farmers' Market, which was the first of its kind in Scotland, Perth proudly boasts five fantastic markets in various locations across the region.
And is any wonder? The area is renowned for its rich agricultural land, long history of distilling, and award-winning producers. From the mighty berry fields of Blair to honey from hillside hives, crystal clear gin from copper stills and beef fit for a king, here in the land of Scotland's larder it is all made possible.
As with all good, authentic Farmers Markets, behind the stalls you'll find the producers themselves - and they all love to chat about their wares! Ask about their processes, their attention to tiny details, where they farm and even the name of the cow your rib eye steak came from and they'll happily tell you.
Please do check on each market website before attending due to the current covid restrictions.
First Saturday of the month, 9am to 2pm
South Inch Park, Perth
The first farmers' market of its kind in Scotland, thanks to the tenacity of local farmer, Jim Fairlie, Perth is an award-winning market that regularly hosts around 40 stalls of fine Scottish produce. From slabs of rich Scotch Beef to Perthshire cheese, freshly baked bread, homebaking and whisky straight from the still around the corner, you will find top quality food and drink a-plenty.
The market is largely made up of local producers from across Perthshire and long-standing 'guests' such as Puddledub Bacon from Fife and Caledonian Oysters from Oban. Their new location has alos allowed them to open up to artisan crafts bringing a new dimension to this hugely popular market.
Third Saturday of the month, 10am-3pm
April to October
Pitlochry Business Centre, Armoury Road
This popular community market blends local producers from the Highland Perthshire area including homebaking, seasonal veg, gin and beer, with quality crafts and ready-to-eat food and drink. A fabulous day out for everyone.
Fourth Saturday of every month, 10am to 3pm
April to October
Kinross High Street
Visitors can buy high quality, fresh food from local producers and artisan traders offering a wide variety of products. Local honey, smoked fish, butchers and homemade tablet sit alongside the more unusual Kombucha and Persian Kuku! You'll also find woodcrafts and jewellery making this a great day out for lovers of shopping.
Fourth Saturday of every month from 10am – 3pm
April to September
The Wellmeadow, Blairgowrie
There are up to 22 local producers at Blairgowrie's Community Market with a wide variety of fresh, seasonal produce to tempt your taste buds, fine local crafts and more. Demonstrations take place throughout the day in their gazebo and the market also has a Community Information Point allowing you to find out more about the area.
First Sunday of the month, 10am to 2pm
April to October
Aberfeldy Town Square
The cream of the local crop can be found selling their wares throughout the day, with a wonderful mix of food, art and craftsmanship. Head along, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy all that Highland Perthshire has to offer.