Getting lost in an Argyll forest
The Argyll National Forest is a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands often bypassed if heading north. With an abundance of wildlife it’s worth exploring.
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National Geographic film showcases winter wildlife in Scottish Cairngorms
There is definitely a sense of place when you visit the Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands. It’s one of the last large-scale wild land areas in the United…
Marvellous Maps: Discovering Kinlochleven the hidden village in the Highlands
Kinlochleven is the hidden village in the Highlands that has only appeared since the early 1900s. A local guide explores its heritage and modern outdoor credentials.
Marvellous maps: Revealing the mysteries of the Old Man of Storr
Experienced guide, Andrew Baxter, why the map of Skye tempts you to visit the Old Man of Storr.
Dip your toe into the world of Scottish music by listening to Gary Innes
Described by one critic as a “Jack of all trades, and a master of all” Gary Innes is a popular Scots musician perfect for those exploring the genre.
Discover the hidden Highlands by following fisherwomen down the Whaligoe Steps
Just a few steps from the busy A9 you will step back 200 years to the harsh life of a small fishing community clinging to the rocks far below.
Review: Calibre hits the target in gritty Scottish drama
There’s a beautiful bleakness to the close knit rural Highland community portrayed in Calibre. You see the villager’s on-the-surface indifference to the arrival of two out-of-town Central Belt blokes.
Get away from the tourist crowds and discover Edinburgh’s wild side
Discover the stunning beauty of Edinburgh’s own wild playground and find out about some of it’s hidden secrets.