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3 Glen Affric Munros: Mam Sodhail, Beinn Fhionnlaidh and Càrn Eige

There are a number of different routes to reach the three Munros of Mam Sodhail, […]

Review: MSR Hubba Hubba HD 2 tent

A review of the MSR Hubba Hubba HD two-person tent. It’s a new model and […]

Fiona bagging: Creag Dubh, Newtonmore

A drive north from Ayrshire after a few days of bagging Donalds was hot and […]

5 reasons why you should walk the Camino de Santiago 

The Camino de Santiago draws thousands of pilgrims, history lovers and outdoor enthusiasts to northern […]

The drive to the hill is the part nobody trains for

Hillwalkers prepare meticulously for the walk. Layers are considered, the forecast is checked multiple times, […]

Donald bagging: Windy Standard, Dugland and Keoch Rig

A third day of Donald bagging in southern Scotland took me on a loop to […]

Donald bagging: Coran of Portmark, Bow, Meaul, Carlin’s Cairn & Cairnsgarroch

My walk report of a route to bag four Donalds and a Donald Top on […]

Whales, dolphins and basking sharks bring ‘blue planet’ moments to UK coasts this summer

From orcas and Risso’s dolphins to basking sharks and sunfish, remarkable sightings around the coast in recent weeks showcase the rich diversity of marine […]

Book review: Cicerone’s The Ridgeway National Trail

The new Cicerone guidebook details a route that is claimed to be Britain’s oldest road. […]

Review: Camelbak Ultra™ Belt 2.5L with 17oz Quick Stow™ Flask

My guest reviewer Seth G has been testing the Camelbak Ultra™ Belt 2.5L with 17oz […]

Why Scottish walkers enjoy the Camino de Santiago

Scotland raises good hillwalkers. Many are keen baggers of Munros, Corbetts and other lists, as […]

Book review: Cicerone’s The Two Moors Way

Although based in Scotland, I am always keen to discover new places to walk and […]