In Scotland, it’s something of a celebrated and sought-after accomplishment to “bag” munros – that is mountains over 3,000ft, and many people endeavour to climb all 282 of them. There’s no shortage of mountains across Scotland, as well as treacherous but rewarding hikes, or long-distance paths offering unbelievable views along the way. But what if …
Edinburgh is a fantastic city for walking, whether it’s urban walks, viewpoints on hills, or even a walk across the sea to an island. I originally wrote this in lockdown while we were confined to our local areas – however I was thankful to be in Edinburgh, a city full to the brim with great …
As the world continues to crumble around us, I can’t help but notice the beauty that emerges. The people standing up and trying to make the world a better place. Those who stand up for those who are not being heard. Amongst the chaos, there are still trickles of good in the world that, no …
Last month, we had planned a weekend trip to Perthshire – one of the only things we’d actually planned in advance this year, which was a slight risk – and I was excited to explore more of this part of Scotland. I’ve always enjoyed Perthshire – the shores of Kinloch Rannoch, the woodland paths around …
2017 is the year I’ve dedicated to exploring home. We are lucky in Orkney to have so much history, loads of beautiful islands, spectacular wildlife, and possibly my favourite part: lots of coastal walks. I was beginning to realise that the sheer number of walks on our little Scottish island that involve stunning cliffs and …
