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John Davidson


Content and Commercial Editor

John Davidson is a content editor covering our north Highland patch including the John O'Groat Journal, Caithness Courier and Northern Times titles. He is also responsible for commercial editorial content across the company, contributes to other titles including the Inverness Courier and also looks after the regular Active Outdoors features which he instigated in 2008. John has over 20 years' experience in the industry, and has worked across news, features and sport as well as having expertise in the production of print and digital products. He joined the company in 2007 as a sub-editor, later becoming production editor and then editorial services manager before taking up his current role.

John Davidson

Castle Loch circuit is perfect stop-start walk on way south

12 November 2025
Castle Loch circuit is perfect stop-start walk on way south

Castle Loch circuit is perfect stop-start walk on way south

12 November 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson takes a pitstop on his route south and discovers a historic and nature-filled walk around a community-owned loch


PICTURES: Inverness crowd turns out for bonfire at the Bught

05 November 2025
PICTURES: Inverness crowd turns out for bonfire at the Bught

PICTURES: Inverness crowd turns out for bonfire at the Bught

05 November 2025

Thousands of people attended Wednesday evening’s bonfire and fireworks display at Bught Park in Inverness despite the damp conditions.


Missing teenager last seen in Abriachan area – police appeal for information ‘as soon as possible’

03 November 2025
Missing teenager last seen in Abriachan area – police appeal for information ‘as soon as possible’

Missing teenager last seen in Abriachan area – police appeal for information ‘as soon as possible’

03 November 2025

Police are appealing for help to trace a teenager who has been reported missing at Abriachan.


Energy company ‘keen to engage’ over plans for new wind farm above Loch Ness

02 November 2025
Energy company ‘keen to engage’ over plans for new wind farm above Loch Ness

Energy company ‘keen to engage’ over plans for new wind farm above Loch Ness

02 November 2025

The public will be given an opportunity to help shape proposals for a major new wind farm above Loch Ness in the heart of the Monadhliath mountains.


‘The devastation is quite shocking’ – Fallen trees in Inverness woodland still blocking major walking and cycling route

29 October 2025
‘The devastation is quite shocking’ – Fallen trees in Inverness woodland still blocking major walking and cycling route

‘The devastation is quite shocking’ – Fallen trees in Inverness woodland still blocking major walking and cycling route

29 October 2025

Hope that action will be taken to clear blocked paths in a popular Inverness woodland has come about after the issue was raised with the Courier.


Chilly Loch Ness proves perfect spot for festival fun

27 October 2025
Chilly Loch Ness proves perfect spot for festival fun

Chilly Loch Ness proves perfect spot for festival fun

27 October 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson tries out some of the activities on offer as this year’s Loch and Land Festival drew to a close


Schilthorn’s revolving restaurant is a far cry from Ptarmigan’s locked doors on Cairn Gorm

22 October 2025
Schilthorn’s revolving restaurant is a far cry from Ptarmigan’s locked doors on Cairn Gorm

Schilthorn’s revolving restaurant is a far cry from Ptarmigan’s locked doors on Cairn Gorm

22 October 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS VIEWPOINT: John Davidson argues for a more relaxed approach to mountain access for Cairngorm funicular users as a new trial begins


Festival returns to Loch Ness as a celebration of ‘loch and land’

10 October 2025
Festival returns to Loch Ness as a celebration of ‘loch and land’

Festival returns to Loch Ness as a celebration of ‘loch and land’

10 October 2025

An autumn festival taking place around Inverness and Loch Ness aims to spark a sense of adventure while connecting people to the outdoors.


Highlands woodland wander brings out shades of autumn

09 October 2025
Highlands woodland wander brings out shades of autumn

Highlands woodland wander brings out shades of autumn

09 October 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson enjoys an autumnal family walk on a waymarked trail through the woods at Contin


Etape Loch Ness promises ‘something truly special’ as 2026 entries open

09 October 2025
Etape Loch Ness promises ‘something truly special’ as 2026 entries open

Etape Loch Ness promises ‘something truly special’ as 2026 entries open

09 October 2025

Cyclists in the Highlands and beyond can look forward to the spring by signing up to the 12th edition of the Etape Loch Ness.


Three for the price of one on Scaraben hill walk

01 October 2025
Three for the price of one on Scaraben hill walk

Three for the price of one on Scaraben hill walk

01 October 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson heads for a prominent Caithness landmark for a day of solitude and showers on a trek from the road-end at Braemore


South Loch Ness wind farm bid could dwarf Stronelairg turbines

16 September 2025
South Loch Ness wind farm bid could dwarf Stronelairg turbines

South Loch Ness wind farm bid could dwarf Stronelairg turbines

16 September 2025

A new wind farm is being considered in the hills above Loch Ness with what would be the highest turbines in the area.


Best-selling author Shona MacLean is new judge for Neil Gunn writing contest

15 September 2025
Best-selling author Shona MacLean is new judge for Neil Gunn writing contest

Best-selling author Shona MacLean is new judge for Neil Gunn writing contest

15 September 2025

Historical novelist Shona MacLean, author of The Bookseller of Inverness, is the lead judge for the Neil Gunn Writing Competition.


New walking guide to NC500 village might help ‘steer people in the right direction’

15 September 2025
New walking guide to NC500 village might help ‘steer people in the right direction’

New walking guide to NC500 village might help ‘steer people in the right direction’

15 September 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Stunning landscapes and spectacular walks can be found in the far north-west Highlands, as well as in a new guide book for Durness


Walking the Cat’s Back circuit – Knockfarrel via Knockbain from Dingwall

08 September 2025
Walking the Cat’s Back circuit – Knockfarrel via Knockbain from Dingwall

Walking the Cat’s Back circuit – Knockfarrel via Knockbain from Dingwall

08 September 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A longer approach to reach the hill fort at Knockfarrel sees John Davidson explore the ridges about the Ross-shire county town


Trust in local media shows sharp rise among UK adults

30 August 2025
Trust in local media shows sharp rise among UK adults

Trust in local media shows sharp rise among UK adults

30 August 2025

More adults in the UK are putting their trust in local media, according to a new study.


Getting back to nature with easy walk between ancient bridges

25 August 2025
Getting back to nature with easy walk between ancient bridges

Getting back to nature with easy walk between ancient bridges

25 August 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson heads to Ross-shire for a family stroll with an excellent playpark at the halfway point


Light fantastic on spectacular Shetland coastal walk

06 August 2025
Light fantastic on spectacular Shetland coastal walk

Light fantastic on spectacular Shetland coastal walk

06 August 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: An evening summer stroll offers John Davidson the perfect reminder of the beauty of Scotland’s most northerly archipelago


Black Isle bike route gives a taste of Highland adventures

30 July 2025
Black Isle bike route gives a taste of Highland adventures

Black Isle bike route gives a taste of Highland adventures

30 July 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson gets his touring bike back on the road and finds a renewed sense of adventure on this cycle ride from Inverness


Blue sky day on Cairn Gorm family hike

21 July 2025
Blue sky day on Cairn Gorm family hike

Blue sky day on Cairn Gorm family hike

21 July 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson aims for the heights on the hottest day with a round of Cairn Gorm from Coire Cas


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