As a primary school teacher, I knew I had to visit The Schoolhouse Bothy after coming across it in ‘ The Bothy Bible.’ I visited it to break up the long drive south from Sutherland …
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Strathchailleach Bothy- Following In A Hermit’s Footsteps
I’ll never forget how I felt when my eyes first made out the silhouette of Strathchailleach Bothy against the distant moorland hills of Sutherland. The normal mix of excitement, nervousness and anticipation prevailed, but on …
Continue readingThe Rum Cuillin From Dibidil Bothy- Scotland At Its Finest
The Isle of Rum is a special place. Located in the Inner Hebrides, it is an island where sea and mountains combine to give views that will live long in the memory. Walking here feels …
Continue readingThe OEX Jackal II- Is This The Best Value Two Man Tent?
Is it me or is it annoying how many tents some keen outdoor enthusiasts own? Many of the folk I love watching on the internet almost appear to have a different one for each day …
Continue readingWhy Dibidil Bothy On Rum Is One Of Scotland’s Finest
That is quite a bold statement to include as a title. If you are lucky enough to have visited plenty of these remote shelters, then you probably already have a list of favourites. Perhaps you …
Continue readingA Review Of The Bothy Bible- A Gift Or A Curse?
For a book that was published in 2017 and won guidebook of the year, The Bothy Bible has still managed to create very mixed opinions among those who love the great outdoors. Some believe it …
Continue reading5 Reasons To Visit The Isle of Iona.
A visit to the Isle of Iona takes quite the effort, as reaching this tiny Hebridean island is likely to involve two sea crossings and a two hour drive. Getting there certainly isn’t straight forward, …
Continue readingWhat Is It Like To Stay At Tomsleibhe Bothy On Mull?
The ferry across to the funny sounding Fishnish Port on the island of Mull is almost full to bursting point. Judging by the assortment of number plates, there must be a dozen nationalities of people …
Continue readingWalking The Jura Coast- Is This The Wildest Island Hike?
Excuse me as I turn my chair at the bothy table to face towards the lone window in the main room. The late evening sun is about to slip behind the headland at the southern …
Continue readingA Multi-Day Hike Kit List- What Should You Pack?
Sorting out what you will need to include on a multi-day hike kit list can seem like an absolute pain in the bottom at times. It can be enough of a faff if you’re planning …
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