Scotland

The Isle of Mull – The Long Way Around

While planning to circumnavigate Iceland by bicycle (3000km in 20 days) I found myself in Western Scotland and looking for a long ride which I could use to train my body for the upcoming challenge. A demanding cycle, worth every minute for the beautiful scenery.

Top 5 hidden gems in Scotland

Over the past 18 months, Discover.Scotland have travelled the length and breadth of the country in search of what Scotland has to offer. In this blog post, they give their Top 5 places to visit in Scotland.

Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag Circular Walk

Just south-east of Inverness is a hill known as Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag. At 462m, this 10km route can be done in a morning or afternoon and gives great views over the Moray Firth and Kessock Bridge.

The Hebridean Way: 185 miles, 10 islands, 6 Causeways and 4 ferries on 2 wheels

The Hebridean Way, Sustrans route 280, isn't one I'd heard of until recently, but the exposure to brutal Atlantic winds and endless roads through breath-taking landscapes fuelled my urge to do it!

The North Highland Way

The North Highland Way will be a walking, horse riding and cycling route across the north of Scotland, connecting John O'Groats in the east to Durness in the west, a route of unimaginable beauty, wildlife, big skies and even bigger landscapes.

Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs has a staggering 41 mountains over 2000 ft to climb. In celebration of the National Park’s 16th birthday, GetOutside champion Kate Hopper gives us 10 of her favourite hill walks in the area.

Biking on a budget

Cycling is a great way of getting out there at low cost. OS champion Anna Hughes recently undertook a cycling adventure for less than £50, including transit, accommodation and food. Here’s how she did it.

Five reasons to pick up a paddle

Need a reason to GetOutside this week? Cat Webster gives us five great ones for why you should pick up a paddle and get out on the water this National Go Canoeing Week.