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The Met Office say that its weather station near Aberdeen has had 16 days with no sun. It's the longest period of gloom ever recorded in the city.
Here's Balmedie Beach on better days, to help remind you of the that bright yellow disk in the sky thingy.
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Here's Balmedie Beach on better days, to help remind you of the that bright yellow disk in the sky thingy.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:33 AM
The Met Office say that its weather station near Aberdeen has had 16 days with no sun. It's the longest period of gloom ever recorded in the city.
Here's Balmedie Beach on better days, to help remind you of the that bright yellow disk in the sky thingy.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/aberdeenshir...
Here's Balmedie Beach on better days, to help remind you of the that bright yellow disk in the sky thingy.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/aberdeenshir...
The first Highlander Outdoor walk report winners of 2026 go to JamieP05 for "A Cathedral in the Sky".
Runner-up is eduardo for "a change of speed, a change of style..Sendero Sulayr GR240".
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Runner-up is eduardo for "a change of speed, a change of style..Sendero Sulayr GR240".
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Majestic Mountains of Scotland and Spain win 1st prizes of 2026
The first walk report winners of 2026 have been announced. The January £100 Highlander prize voucher goes to JamieP05 for A Cathedral in the Sky - photos and words that really do justice to
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February 5, 2026 at 2:37 PM
The first Highlander Outdoor walk report winners of 2026 go to JamieP05 for "A Cathedral in the Sky".
Runner-up is eduardo for "a change of speed, a change of style..Sendero Sulayr GR240".
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/majesti...
Runner-up is eduardo for "a change of speed, a change of style..Sendero Sulayr GR240".
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/majesti...
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“We risk having world-class outdoor access rights, but 3rd-rate funding to actually make sure they’re delivered.”
Our director @bjpaddy.bsky.social just made the case for a £50million Scottish Paths Fund, on BBC Radio 4 Farming Today.
🔈Listen again below & see more on the @ramblers.org.uk website.
Our director @bjpaddy.bsky.social just made the case for a £50million Scottish Paths Fund, on BBC Radio 4 Farming Today.
🔈Listen again below & see more on the @ramblers.org.uk website.
Farming Today - 02/02/26 Scottish Environment Bill, Ramblers report, new entrants. - BBC Sounds
Scotland paves the way for legal targets on nature.
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February 2, 2026 at 6:12 AM
“We risk having world-class outdoor access rights, but 3rd-rate funding to actually make sure they’re delivered.”
Our director @bjpaddy.bsky.social just made the case for a £50million Scottish Paths Fund, on BBC Radio 4 Farming Today.
🔈Listen again below & see more on the @ramblers.org.uk website.
Our director @bjpaddy.bsky.social just made the case for a £50million Scottish Paths Fund, on BBC Radio 4 Farming Today.
🔈Listen again below & see more on the @ramblers.org.uk website.
We're looking for a developer to help us with a small project - replacing our current offline PWA with a Capacitor JS version in the main app stores.
See pdf link for more info:
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Get in touch if you can help.
See pdf link for more info:
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/images/capac...
Get in touch if you can help.
February 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM
We're looking for a developer to help us with a small project - replacing our current offline PWA with a Capacitor JS version in the main app stores.
See pdf link for more info:
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/images/capac...
Get in touch if you can help.
See pdf link for more info:
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/images/capac...
Get in touch if you can help.
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It's @walkhighlands.co.uk time! And in my latest column I'm taking a closer look at the weirdness that is Fata Morgana. I've only seen this bizarre mirage a couple of times, and this particular sighting was on 27th December on Carn na Drochaide. My brain hurts after writing it though! 😆
Fata Morgana: when Morgan le Fay comes out to play
At first it was subtle, barely enough to suggest anything was amiss - a long, flat-topped plateau in the distance, somewhere over towards Drumochter, and I was struggling to identify it.
We do of c...
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February 3, 2026 at 10:06 AM
It's @walkhighlands.co.uk time! And in my latest column I'm taking a closer look at the weirdness that is Fata Morgana. I've only seen this bizarre mirage a couple of times, and this particular sighting was on 27th December on Carn na Drochaide. My brain hurts after writing it though! 😆
Have you seen the Fata Morgana this winter?
In his latest article, Ben Dolphin does a grand job explaining how this amazing mirage occurs.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/fata-mo...
In his latest article, Ben Dolphin does a grand job explaining how this amazing mirage occurs.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/fata-mo...
Fata Morgana: when Morgan le Fay comes out to play
At first it was subtle, barely enough to suggest anything was amiss - a long, flat-topped plateau in the distance, somewhere over towards Drumochter, and I was struggling to identify it.
We do of c...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk
February 3, 2026 at 9:51 AM
Have you seen the Fata Morgana this winter?
In his latest article, Ben Dolphin does a grand job explaining how this amazing mirage occurs.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/fata-mo...
In his latest article, Ben Dolphin does a grand job explaining how this amazing mirage occurs.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/fata-mo...
Our latest new walk visits a series of sites and memorials dedicated to the Arctic Convoys which ferried vital supplies to Russia during World War 2, as well as one of the finest wild beaches in all Scotland. Added by request from locals.
Route description:
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Route description:
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January 31, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Our latest new walk visits a series of sites and memorials dedicated to the Arctic Convoys which ferried vital supplies to Russia during World War 2, as well as one of the finest wild beaches in all Scotland. Added by request from locals.
Route description:
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/torridon/cam...
Route description:
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/torridon/cam...
The view from Meall a' Ghlas Leothaid yesterday - with the Trotternish ridge of Skye and the Isle of Lewis clearly seen on the horizon. As part of ongoing updates, we've redone our Bad na Sgalag circular route to include the ascent to this fine viewpoint.
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January 30, 2026 at 9:48 AM
The view from Meall a' Ghlas Leothaid yesterday - with the Trotternish ridge of Skye and the Isle of Lewis clearly seen on the horizon. As part of ongoing updates, we've redone our Bad na Sgalag circular route to include the ascent to this fine viewpoint.
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www.walkhighlands.co.uk/torridon/bad...
Scotland’s world-class outdoor access rights are being pushed to breaking point due to a collapse in investment in staff and paths - report from @ramblersscotland.bsky.social
Survey reveals collapse in funding for paths and outdoor access
Scotland’s world-class outdoor access rights are being pushed to breaking point due to a collapse in investment in staff and paths, a new report has revealed today.
Since 2003, people in Scotland...
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January 29, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Scotland’s world-class outdoor access rights are being pushed to breaking point due to a collapse in investment in staff and paths - report from @ramblersscotland.bsky.social
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Something to distract amongst the grim. Down the riverside in Inverness today, a crow joined me, right up beside me, staring intently. A few minutes later saw an otter demolishing a salmon under the footbridge unconcerned with the passers-by most of whom had no idea it was there, only metres away.
January 28, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Something to distract amongst the grim. Down the riverside in Inverness today, a crow joined me, right up beside me, staring intently. A few minutes later saw an otter demolishing a salmon under the footbridge unconcerned with the passers-by most of whom had no idea it was there, only metres away.
The view over Firemore beach from the road to Cove just now. Taking advantage of a brief weather window out west. Great view of the mountains from here - that's Sail Mhor and An Teallach in the pic, with the Fisherfields and Torridons out of shot to the right.
January 28, 2026 at 3:54 PM
The view over Firemore beach from the road to Cove just now. Taking advantage of a brief weather window out west. Great view of the mountains from here - that's Sail Mhor and An Teallach in the pic, with the Fisherfields and Torridons out of shot to the right.
Are you planning to tackle a long distance hike this year?
Apart from the Traitors fans heading to Cnoc Fyrish, our long distance route pages are dominating the busiest on Walkhighlands at the moment.
What's your big walk for 2026?
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Apart from the Traitors fans heading to Cnoc Fyrish, our long distance route pages are dominating the busiest on Walkhighlands at the moment.
What's your big walk for 2026?
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/long-distanc...
January 26, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Are you planning to tackle a long distance hike this year?
Apart from the Traitors fans heading to Cnoc Fyrish, our long distance route pages are dominating the busiest on Walkhighlands at the moment.
What's your big walk for 2026?
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/long-distanc...
Apart from the Traitors fans heading to Cnoc Fyrish, our long distance route pages are dominating the busiest on Walkhighlands at the moment.
What's your big walk for 2026?
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/long-distanc...
Can you help Walkhighlands?
Walkhighlands website & app are free for everyone and anyone to use.
We don't charge as we want to provide a service accessible to all, including those who cannot afford to pay. We are now a not-for-profit set up to serve walkers.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/donate.shtml
Walkhighlands website & app are free for everyone and anyone to use.
We don't charge as we want to provide a service accessible to all, including those who cannot afford to pay. We are now a not-for-profit set up to serve walkers.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/donate.shtml
January 25, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Can you help Walkhighlands?
Walkhighlands website & app are free for everyone and anyone to use.
We don't charge as we want to provide a service accessible to all, including those who cannot afford to pay. We are now a not-for-profit set up to serve walkers.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/donate.shtml
Walkhighlands website & app are free for everyone and anyone to use.
We don't charge as we want to provide a service accessible to all, including those who cannot afford to pay. We are now a not-for-profit set up to serve walkers.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/donate.shtml
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@walkhighlands.co.uk some might call it a grey day. I call it a Silver day. Stunning little hike towards Stùc a' Chroin. The weather was unstable so we just walked past the Bothy - Always acknowledge the Well of the Cailleach.
January 24, 2026 at 5:39 PM
@walkhighlands.co.uk some might call it a grey day. I call it a Silver day. Stunning little hike towards Stùc a' Chroin. The weather was unstable so we just walked past the Bothy - Always acknowledge the Well of the Cailleach.
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Made my first visit to the site of the Craigallion fire today.
A perfect excuse to share this lovely article about the history of the place by David Lintern on @walkhighlands.co.uk. All of us who enjoy the outdoors in Scotland should know about this history.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/the-fir...
A perfect excuse to share this lovely article about the history of the place by David Lintern on @walkhighlands.co.uk. All of us who enjoy the outdoors in Scotland should know about this history.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/the-fir...
January 23, 2026 at 8:27 PM
Made my first visit to the site of the Craigallion fire today.
A perfect excuse to share this lovely article about the history of the place by David Lintern on @walkhighlands.co.uk. All of us who enjoy the outdoors in Scotland should know about this history.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/the-fir...
A perfect excuse to share this lovely article about the history of the place by David Lintern on @walkhighlands.co.uk. All of us who enjoy the outdoors in Scotland should know about this history.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/the-fir...
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Walking along Loch Katrine and in the Achray Forest. A boat trip in sparkling winter light. Nuthatches and red squirrels. The Trossachs had an abundance today!
January 19, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Walking along Loch Katrine and in the Achray Forest. A boat trip in sparkling winter light. Nuthatches and red squirrels. The Trossachs had an abundance today!
The Walkhighlands faithful tell me that this walk is the one to share with you today.
Full route and details: www.walkhighlands.co.uk/ullapool/fyr...
Full route and details: www.walkhighlands.co.uk/ullapool/fyr...
January 23, 2026 at 9:29 AM
The Walkhighlands faithful tell me that this walk is the one to share with you today.
Full route and details: www.walkhighlands.co.uk/ullapool/fyr...
Full route and details: www.walkhighlands.co.uk/ullapool/fyr...
Happy Blue Monday.
This is said to be "the most depressing day of the year"... but if so, surely that mean we're all about to start feeling happier each day!
This is said to be "the most depressing day of the year"... but if so, surely that mean we're all about to start feeling happier each day!
January 19, 2026 at 9:26 AM
Happy Blue Monday.
This is said to be "the most depressing day of the year"... but if so, surely that mean we're all about to start feeling happier each day!
This is said to be "the most depressing day of the year"... but if so, surely that mean we're all about to start feeling happier each day!
We had some curious roe deer visiting Walkhighlands HQ earlier in the week.
January 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
We had some curious roe deer visiting Walkhighlands HQ earlier in the week.
Mountain Aid is returning with another Skills for the Hills Day to be held at Stirling University on 7 March.
The day will bring together hillwalkers, climbers, and outdoor organisations for a full programme of inspiring talks...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/free-sk...
The day will bring together hillwalkers, climbers, and outdoor organisations for a full programme of inspiring talks...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/free-sk...
Free Skills for the Hills Day on 7 March
Mountain Aid is returning with another Skills for the Hills Day to be held at Stirling University on 7 March.
Search and Rescue Dog (Photo: SARDA Southern Scotland)
The day will bring together ...
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January 13, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Mountain Aid is returning with another Skills for the Hills Day to be held at Stirling University on 7 March.
The day will bring together hillwalkers, climbers, and outdoor organisations for a full programme of inspiring talks...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/free-sk...
The day will bring together hillwalkers, climbers, and outdoor organisations for a full programme of inspiring talks...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/free-sk...
Did any of our followers attend the Burning of the Clavie last night? This fire festival unique to Burghead on the Moray Coast greets the old New Year. It's certainly one way to keep warm during the cold snap!
Photos taken during previous years.
Photos taken during previous years.
January 11, 2026 at 9:32 AM
Did any of our followers attend the Burning of the Clavie last night? This fire festival unique to Burghead on the Moray Coast greets the old New Year. It's certainly one way to keep warm during the cold snap!
Photos taken during previous years.
Photos taken during previous years.
January 10, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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It's been an INSANE day! It has also been an EDO day.
EDO = Emergency Day Off 😆
Just back from a 25km, 9hr trudge from the door, in the kind of conditions you dream about for most of the year but know you're unlikely to get.
-13C first thing, -5C to finish, and didn't see a soul 😀
EDO = Emergency Day Off 😆
Just back from a 25km, 9hr trudge from the door, in the kind of conditions you dream about for most of the year but know you're unlikely to get.
-13C first thing, -5C to finish, and didn't see a soul 😀
January 8, 2026 at 7:22 PM
It's been an INSANE day! It has also been an EDO day.
EDO = Emergency Day Off 😆
Just back from a 25km, 9hr trudge from the door, in the kind of conditions you dream about for most of the year but know you're unlikely to get.
-13C first thing, -5C to finish, and didn't see a soul 😀
EDO = Emergency Day Off 😆
Just back from a 25km, 9hr trudge from the door, in the kind of conditions you dream about for most of the year but know you're unlikely to get.
-13C first thing, -5C to finish, and didn't see a soul 😀
Simply perfect conditions on an extended walk around Loch an Eilein and Rothiemurchus Forest today. Very quiet - only saw two other people out at Loch an Eilein.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Simply perfect conditions on an extended walk around Loch an Eilein and Rothiemurchus Forest today. Very quiet - only saw two other people out at Loch an Eilein.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/cairngorms/l...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/cairngorms/l...
If you are heading for the hills (and can get there on the snowy roads!) be sure to always check the Scottish Avalanche Information Service. There's tons of unstable powder snow in many areas - always a good time to remember to be avalanche aware.
www.sais.gov.uk
www.sais.gov.uk
January 7, 2026 at 8:57 AM
If you are heading for the hills (and can get there on the snowy roads!) be sure to always check the Scottish Avalanche Information Service. There's tons of unstable powder snow in many areas - always a good time to remember to be avalanche aware.
www.sais.gov.uk
www.sais.gov.uk