Red Kite Tourism Boosts Local Economy

Last year we brought you an exclusive interview with John Loader from the RSPB highlighting the charity's campaign to further protect and raise the awareness of birds of prey, we reported on the campaign and how successful it had become raising people's awareness. Amongst other advantages of having birds of prey in the eco system, … Continue reading Red Kite Tourism Boosts Local Economy →

Cairngorms National Park Enlarged

The size of the Cairngorms National Park has been enlarged by one fifth. The park itself is relatively new, being set up in 2003. Since its establishment there has been an increase in the population, the number of businesses and the economy within the national park area. There has also been a decrease in unemployment. … Continue reading Cairngorms National Park Enlarged →

Walkit Urban Route Planner Review

Which on-line walking route planners are the best? In the second part of our guide we are reviewing five websites that include walks in particular regions of the UK. In this particular review we are going walking in the city with Walkit.com. http://www.walkit.com The urban walking route planner Whilst walkit.com does cover the most of … Continue reading Walkit Urban Route Planner Review →

Walking Highlands Route Planner Review

Which on-line walking route planners are the best? In the second part of our guide we are reviewing websites that include walks in particular regions. For this review we are walking in Scotland with Walk Highlands... http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk General / Searching for a Walk If you are planning a walk in Scotland then look further than … Continue reading Walking Highlands Route Planner Review →

A Guide to Best Walking Route Planners – Part 2

In the first part of our guide to the best walking route planners we reviewed five websites which offer hiking routes throughout the UK. The were: http://www.go4awalk.com http://www.walkingbritain.co.uk http://www.walkingenglishman.com http://www.countrywalkingroutes.co.uk / http://www.trailroutes.com(now rebranded on http://www.livefortheoutdoors.com) http://www.walking-routes.co.uk Region Specific Walking Route Planners In this, the second part of the Guide to the Best Walking Route Planners … Continue reading A Guide to Best Walking Route Planners – Part 2 →

Campaign for National Parks

Recently, when opening a copy of Summit magazine, out popped a flyer on which was a scenic photograph showing fields, trees, a lake and mountains. Printed at the top was a bold proclamation: "keep beautiful places safe." Usually flyers that pop out of magazines are lucky to even get a cursory glance before going straight … Continue reading Campaign for National Parks →

Nokia Coast to Coast Adventure Race

Adventure racing is gaining popularity. Worldwide there are more and more events that combine multiple disciplines such as trekking, running off-road, sea kayaking, mountain biking and road cycling. Scotland Coast to Coast Taking place on the 18th and 19th of September 2010, the Nokia Coast to Coast journey starts off on the North Sea, crossing … Continue reading Nokia Coast to Coast Adventure Race →

What Outdoor Gear Do You Need to Take Up Ben Nevis?

If you're thinking about walking up Ben Nevis this could be the most important post that you will ever read! At 1,344 m, Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in Scotland and the UK. As such it is a very popular mountain for people to climb. It is often attempted by inexperienced hikers who have … Continue reading What Outdoor Gear Do You Need to Take Up Ben Nevis? →

Best Place to do Extreme Sports

Have you ever been climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, skateboarding and found a great new place for some exciting action? Perhaps you've found a place that's not the best but its close to home and offers the opportunity to get a bit of practice in, just to help keep your skills up to speed? Or maybe … Continue reading Best Place to do Extreme Sports →

A Guide to Best Walking Route Planners

When you fancy going for a hike or walk there are plenty of route planner websites on the internet that can provide help and inspiration. Whether you are going to a particular part of the country for the first time or looking for a hidden gem in your own backyard, there are plenty of on-line … Continue reading A Guide to Best Walking Route Planners →