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Have you tried: Curling?

Invented in Scotland, curling is a game played on ice. Large round flat stones are […]

My husband: The Munro banker

I am not sure how many Munros I have walked this year as part of […]

Have you stayed: At new Glen Nevis Youth Hostel?

I have a confession to make. While I do like the concept of a hostel, […]

How to get fit for skiing in Scotland

Hopes are high for another great skiing and snowboarding season in Scotland. If you are keen […]

Review: FlexiQule™ herbal joint supplement

Once upon a time, I didn’t believe that those joint pains that other people of […]

List of artificial and indoor ski slopes in Scotland

Artificial ski slopes are great for learning to ski and snowboard all year round and […]

1 day, 8 runners, 192 miles on the West Highland Way

It takes most people seven days to walk Scotland’s famous West Highland Way path. Some […]

Where to go ice skating in London

Winter is upon us and many people will be looking forward to a season of […]

Ken, 68, to cycle 3000km solo for charity

Ken MacEwen is taking on a challenging 3,000km solo bike ride to raise money for […]

Skiing in Scotland: Where is the steepest, longest, highest, oldest, newest…?

Scotland’s “proper” winter has been a big bonus for the five ski resorts. Thanks to […]

Runners take on 24-hour double West Highland Way challenge

A group of eight runners are hoping to complete a double West Highland Way relay […]

List of Scottish marathons

Scotland plays host to a range of marathons (26.2 miles), some on the road and […]