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Culra Bothy to be replaced

1 week ago | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster |Access issues

The Mountain Bothies Association (MBA) and Ben Alder Estate have announced that Culra bothy in the Central Highlands is to be replaced. The existing building, which is situated 10 miles west of Dalwhinnie and was commonly used by people as a base for climbing several remote peaks including Ben Alder was closed in 2014 when a professional survey advised that asbestos was present in the fabric of the building making it unsafe for public use.
Our picks: another 10 walks you can reach by train

4 weeks ago | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

Whether you have no car, are trying to minimise your impact on the environment, or are just looking to save the stress of driving and instead enjoy the comfort of relaxing on a train rather than face driving home with tired legs, Scotland’s railways can help you reach some truly superb walks in comfort. Following on from last year’s article, we’ve selected another ten great walks you can reach by train, scattered all around the country.
Mountaineering Scotland issue advice on crampons and micro spikes

Jan 29, 2025 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

Mountaineering Scotland is urging hillwalkers and climbers to improve their understanding of winter equipment for use in icy conditions on hill paths and more technical terrain. At the end of last winter, they asked hill-goers for their thoughts on using crampons and other traction devices like micro spikes in the winter mountains.
Police warning after lynx spotted near Kingussie

Jan 8, 2025 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

Police Scotland have issued a warning to the public not to approach lynx, after a pair of the animals were sighted this afternoon near Badaguish, a few miles from Kingussie in the Cairngorms National Park. It is thought that a pair of lynx have been released illegally. Staff from the nearby Highland Wildlife Park have confirmed that the lynx are not their animals; they are, however, assisting the police to try to trace and capture the animals.
Kinloch Hourn road closure

Dec 18, 2024 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

The minor road to Kinloch Hourn on the edge of Knoydart is set to be closed once again from Sunday. The closure begins on 21 December 2024 and will remain in effect until Thursday 1 May 2025. The closure will be in effect daily from 08:00hrs to 12:30hrs then 13:30hrs to 17:30hrs. The closure is to allow SSE to continue work on the widening and strengthening of the roads and bridges along the road.
Our pick - walking Scotland’s cities

Dec 2, 2024 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

Looking for a break from the stresses of Christmas shopping? Here’s our updated guide to the best of Scotland’s eight cities – or is it nine? Scotland’s capital has recently been voted one of the world’s most beautiful cities, and with its combination of stunning architecture spanning the centuries and its dramatic landscape, it’s the perfect city to explore on foot.
Wildlife charities accuse NatureScot of undermining protection of birds of prey on grouse moors

Nov 14, 2024 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

A decision by Scotland’s governmental conservation agency NatureScot to dilute the new grouse moor licensing scheme introduced in July has been slammed by wildlife and environmental charities. Scotland’s parliament had passed legislation requiring grouse moors to operate under a licensing scheme, to act as a deterrent to the illegal persecution of birds of prey.
Common Ground: Coinneach Rankin

Nov 5, 2024 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

After three series exploring the wild side of Scotland, BBC Alba’s Dàna series returns to our screens this week. This time the team will be heading further afield, for adventures from the mountains of Norway to the sunny coastline of Spain. The first episode of Dàna | Europe’s Wild Side will premiere on BBC ALBA and BBC iPlayer on Wednesday 6 November at 8.30pm. Watch live or on demand (in Gaelic with English subtitles): Dàna | Europe’s Wild Side on BBC iPlayer.
Common Ground: Ilona Turnbull

Sep 1, 2024 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

In our Common Ground series of short interviews, we aim to find out what makes our fellow outdoor enthusiasts tick, the experiences we all share and their hopes for the future. Our latest interviewee is Ilona Turnbull, who grew up in Australia but has already completed both the Munros and Corbetts since she moved to Scotland. Can you begin by telling us a bit about yourself and your background?
Our pick: 10 of the easier Munros

Jun 13, 2024 | walkhighlands.co.uk | Paul Webster

Height certainly isn’t everything (see our pick of Scotland’s Best Wee Hills), but there seems little doubt that many people find some extra motivation when the objective reaches over that magical 3000 feet height. Here is our pick from some of the Munros that may be suitable for people early in their hillwalking career.