Cycling on the Isle of Islay

Neil Braidwood takes to the slow lane as he pedals around the island of Islay. The Isle of Islay is known as the Queen of the Hebrides. Devilishly difficult to…

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Ridge camping

Patrick Baker spends valuable time wild camping in the hills with his son. Sunshine slants in from the west, low and flat, casting our shadows in long spindly movements across…

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Howffing in Scotland

Spending the night in a howff – a cave or other natural refuge – has been a magical experience for many walkers down the years. Patrick Baker followed in their…

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Sleeping under the stars

Bivvying, or sleeping in a waterproof bag outside, is not for everyone. But everyone should try it – at least once – to experience the outdoors in a totally different…

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