Enjoying wild places in The UK away from the crowds. The wilder the better!
Enjoying wild places in The UK away from the crowds. The wilder the better!
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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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 readingSorting 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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It was a relief to finally arrive back at my car after hiking in near biblical rain for the entire day. I had spent two days following the incredible Monk’s Trod route across the wild …
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