51 articles found
Article · 29 Nov 2016
The idea of climbing all the 3000ft mountains in Scotland has, for over a century, captured the imagination of mountain lovers. Here we explain why the iconic Scottish mountains...
Feature · 5 Sept 2016
If somebody suggested you go and sleep under a wet rock in Scotland you’d probably think they were trying to insult you (albeit fairly lamely). Yet doing just this can provide one of the most vivid mountain experiences the UK has to offer – as...
Article · 17 Aug 2016
The West Highland Way is one of Scotland's most famous long-distance hiking trails, offering breathtaking views, challenging terrain, and a true taste of Scotland’s rugged beauty. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a first-time adventurer, this...
Article · 15 Jul 2016
Mountain biking is a great activity for getting to see loads of incredible places quickly. Here are eight epic viewpoints from Mountain Biking in West and North West Scotland. If you haven't got a biking trip planned then we apologise now...
Feature · 11 Jul 2016
In 2016 Cicerone’s Joe Williams completed Charlie Ramsay’s Round, a challenging ultra-distance route across 24 summits in the Lochaber region of the Scottish highlands. From Top Gun quotes to rationing Jelly Babies, he describes both the...
Feature · 12 Jun 2016
Mountain bike leader Sean Benz takes us out for an afternoon on his favourite ride: The Postman's Track route as featured in the new Cicerone guide to Mountain Biking in West and North West Scotland. This is a stunning ride through mountains and...
Article · 24 Mar 2016
The Great Glen is one of Scotland's most remarkable features – a ruler-straight valley along an ancient Highland fault line. The glen is threaded by the scenic Caledonian Canal, linking Loch Lochy and Loch Oich with Loch Ness, and offers walkers...
Article · 14 Sept 2015
Phoebe Smith shows you around 'The Lookout' bothy on the Isle of Skye, featured in her book 'The Book of the Bothy'. Find out where it is, and take a look around by watching the video.
Article · 13 Jul 2015
Phoebe Smith, author of The Book of the Bothy, urges the uninitiated to leave their preconceptions behind and discover the delights of seeking out some of the many diverse and...
Feature · 23 Mar 2015
Outdoor writer Terry Marsh takes time to get up close to some of the wildlife of the Cairngorms and Speyside regions of Scotland, and discusses how best we can both enjoy and protect our more endangered animals within their native habitat.
Article · 23 Aug 2013
You've heard of the Munros, but have you heard of the Corbetts?