Some of the best destinations for Scottish winter breaks - come rain or shine.Some of the best destinations for Scottish winter breaks - come rain or shine.
Some of the best destinations for Scottish winter breaks - come rain or shine.

Autumn Holidays in Scotland: Here are 10 Scottish autumn and winter long weekend staycations the weather can't ruin

Planning the perfect weekend break can be difficult at the best of times, but at this time of year it’s pretty much impossible to predict whether you’ll get rain, snow, wind, sunshine – or all four in the same day.

Lucky in Scotland there are plenty of destinations that provide plenty to do, no matter what our notoriously fickle weather throws at you.

The key is to make sure there are a selection of fun indoor activities to do, while also being close to attractions and walks you can enjoy if there are welcome blue skies.

Throw in a few places to enjoy some great food and drink and you have the perfect recipe for an enjoyable short break.

Here are 10 ideas for weather-proof long weekend staycations to enjoy before spring arrives.

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