Rebecca Coles suggests 20 epic homegrown mountain adventures to keep us busy during the year ahead…
TV broadcaster Paul Murton encourages walkers to explore with Cowalfest
TV broadcaster Paul Murton encourages walkers to explore with Cowalfest
Slopes open early at Scottish ski centre
Skiers and snowboarders can take to the slopes early this year, following the decision of a Scottish ski centre to open some of its runs earlier than usual. The CairnGorm Mountain ski facility, located close to Aviemore in the Scottish Highlands, was able to open its Ciste runs last Saturday due to prolonged heavy snowfall in the area. Of the …
Multimillion pound conservation grant for Scottish Highlands
Conservation efforts in the Scottish Highlands have been given a boost by a multimillion pound grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The £3 million will be used to restore and conserve the rugged landscape of Coigach-Assynt in the north-west Highlands, through Scottish Wildlife Trust led community based projects. Funds will help to restore walking trails, blanket bog and heath moor …