Weem Hill [Cnoc Phaurl]

Rising above the village of Weem near Aberfeldy in Perthshire, this modest Dodd offers a short ascent through mixed woodland and open hillside. The summit sits just over 500 metres, providing views across Strathtay and the surrounding Breadalbane hills. A worthwhile local outing rather than a destination climb.

• •The name Weem derives from the Gaelic 'uaimh' meaning cave, referring to St David's Well and cave complex at the foot of the hill, a medieval pilgrimage site associated with the 6th-century saint Dewi Sant.
• •The alternative name Cnoc Phaurl is likely from the Gaelic 'cnoc' (hill) and 'pòr' or 'poll', possibly referring to a hollow or depression on its slopes.
• •The hill stands directly above Castle Menzies, the 16th-century stronghold of Clan Menzies, with the castle gates and grounds visible from various points on the ascent.
• •Though only just exceeding 500 metres, Weem Hill provides surprisingly extensive views westward to Ben Lawers and the Tarmachan ridge, and eastward down the length of Strathtay toward Pitlochry.