There is more to a tree than leaves and branches
The Edinburgh Natural History Society were recently kind enough to ask me to guide them on a walk around 38 hectares very close to my home, and my heart. The biodiverse site on the edge of Linlithgow links heath land, woodland, a large pond (known locally as The...
Five great family walks for autumn and winter
Enjoy locations like the Hermitage near Birnam this autumn and winter The coming of the colder months often makes walkers pack their boots and rucksacks away until the longer days return in the spring. But I would argue that is a mistake as now is the time to see a...
HIDDEN SCOTLAND – Loch Ericht, nr Dalwhinnie
A version of this article first appeared in The Scots Magazine in July 2022 and a walk here appears in my latest book for Luath - highlandwalks For just over 14 miles Loch Ericht lies nestled in a great gouge through the Grampian Mountains, created by a huge glacier...
Beinn Dorain, Bridge of Orchy
Beinn Dorain was the aim, from below it seemed to have retained a little of its winter coat of snow but it was worth going up, especially on a glorious spring day. This huge, pointed summit above Bridge of Orchy greets drivers as they crest the hill above Tyndrum on...
Five Brilliant New Year Walks
The new year is upon us – a whole 12 months to get out and enjoy some brilliant walks around Scotland. Whether that means a return to some old favourites, a new challenge or simply a wee stroll with friends, the choice is endless. So, here are five walks to get you...





