Search results for:
- Save to ListPhone: +A lovely short walk through coniferous plantation to Signal Rock; reputed to be a gathering place for the MacDonalds of Glencoe at times of trouble and the place where, according to legend, the signal was given by the Campbells for the Glencoe Massacre; although no evidence exists for the latter. There is an information board at the car park detailing Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +The Smugglers’ Trail leads from South Beach, Troon, along the Wrack Road across Royal Troon Golf Club, past Crosbie Kirk and through Fullarton Woods. From the Main Street, in Loans the trail crosses ancient woodland and enjoys stunning views over the Firth of Clyde. This historic route has been in regular use from early times including use by smugglers. Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +Beautiful and popular walk in a limestone valley to the dramatic bone caves. These cave openings part way up a steep side of the valley are where the remains have been found of species such as lynx, reindeer and polar bear which once roamed here. Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +The Clootie Well is a rather weird remnant of an ancient tradition once commonly found in Scotland and Ireland, of holy wells to which pilgrims would come and make offerings, usually in the hope of having an illness cured. The tradition dates far back into pre-Christian times, to the practice of leaving votive offerings to the local spirits or gods Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +GIANT DouglasDouglas firs tower over the paths leading to the roaring Black Linn Falls, where the River Braan crashes down into the deep, foaming pools below. Overlooking the waterfall is the picturesque folly known as Ossian’s Hall, built in 1757 as the focal point in an extensive designed landscape. Decorated with mirrors, sliding panels and paintings, it has been refurbished Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +This is properly the most famous walk on the Island and definitely the busiest. The ‘Old Man’ is a large pinnacle of rock that stands high and can be seen for miles aroundAs part of the Trotternish ridge the Storr was created by a massive ancient landside, leaving one of the most photographed landscapes in the world. Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +44-0-1872 263692Then why not explore Portpatrick on this self-guided Treasure Hunt themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments to discover the location of the buried treasure? Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +44-0- 131 455 7367The walkway passes through many areas of interest including: Colinton Village and Dell, the Union Canal, Saughton Winter Gardens, Murrayfield Stadium, the Scottish Gallery of Modern Art, Dean Village, Stockbridge, the Royal Botanic Garden and Leith. Ideal for family walks, the walkway is a delightful afternoon’s stroll, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The route is suitable Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +This exceptionally popular walk leads into typical Cuillin scenery without the need for any scrambling or other difficulties. The first section follows a beautiful crystal clear stream full of lovely pools and waterfalls – well worth a shorter walk in itself. Read more...
- Save to ListPhone: +This deservedly very popular walk climbs up for a close look at the massive pinnacle of the Old Man of Storr – one of Scotland’s most iconic places. The Old Man is in fact just one element in an array of fantastic rock features, and the views out over the Sound of Raasay and to the mainland are stunning. Read more...