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‘There's real joy in looking forward to an ingredient’– MasterChef finalist celebrates seasons and love for food in new book

‘There's real joy in looking forward to an ingredient’– MasterChef finalist celebrates seasons and love for food in new book

‘There's real joy in looking forward to an ingredient’– MasterChef finalist celebrates seasons and love for food in new book

14 April 2024

Invernessian cook and food writer Sarah Rankin wants to encourage people to cook from scratch with her first recipe book, Kith.


Author inspired by ‘remoteness’ of the Highlands after move to Inverness

Author inspired by ‘remoteness’ of the Highlands after move to Inverness

Author inspired by ‘remoteness’ of the Highlands after move to Inverness

13 April 2024

A thriller writer who has moved from Dorset to Inverness is finding fresh inspiration in her new Highland life.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Heading upriver on Wick walk full of wildlife

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Heading upriver on Wick walk full of wildlife

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Heading upriver on Wick walk full of wildlife

08 April 2024

John Davidson enjoys a morning stroll up the riverside path from Wick, where he finds peaceful paths and a wildlife spotting platform


Take your time cycling the North Coast 500

Take your time cycling the North Coast 500

Take your time cycling the North Coast 500

06 April 2024

John Davidson has cycled the roads in the north Highlands for many years, and here looks at a new cyclist’s guide to the popular NC500 tourist route


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Sombre sights on woodland walk close to Culloden battlefield

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Sombre sights on woodland walk close to Culloden battlefield

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Sombre sights on woodland walk close to Culloden battlefield

01 April 2024

John Davidson goes to Culloden, almost 278 years after the nearby battle took place, and visits the Prisoners’ Stone as well as an old clootie well


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Riding the roads to the past in moors above Inverness

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Riding the roads to the past in moors above Inverness

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Riding the roads to the past in moors above Inverness

25 March 2024

John Davidson enjoys an early spring cycle ride from the Highland capital - and he’s not the only one taking advantage of the fine weather window


Successful Highland Food and Drink Trail to return to Inverness streets

Successful Highland Food and Drink Trail to return to Inverness streets

Successful Highland Food and Drink Trail to return to Inverness streets

25 March 2024

Food fans will soon be salivating at the culinary treats on offer after the return on the city's Highland Food and Drink Trail was announced.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Bagging the Munros is no mean feat – however long it takes

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Bagging the Munros is no mean feat – however long it takes

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Bagging the Munros is no mean feat – however long it takes

18 March 2024

As Anna Wells recovers from her three-month winter round of the 282 Scottish mountains above 3000ft, John Davidson says lists can be an inspiration


Free chance to learn more about the outdoors at inclusive Inverness weekend

Free chance to learn more about the outdoors at inclusive Inverness weekend

Free chance to learn more about the outdoors at inclusive Inverness weekend

16 March 2024

Young people in the Inverness area are being given an opportunity to learn new outdoor skills while having fun exploring the local area.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Enforced new take on Inverness Half Marathon was a learning curve!

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Enforced new take on Inverness Half Marathon was a learning curve!

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Enforced new take on Inverness Half Marathon was a learning curve!

11 March 2024

John Davidson missed out on the annual event due to injury, and found being a spectator a whole new challenge...


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cloud cover fails to put brakes on bike trip to Munros

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cloud cover fails to put brakes on bike trip to Munros

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cloud cover fails to put brakes on bike trip to Munros

04 March 2024

John Davidson uses the mountain bike to access two hills at Attadale, where mechanical issues add to the adventure


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Exploring the islands of Loch Tarff by kayak

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Exploring the islands of Loch Tarff by kayak

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Exploring the islands of Loch Tarff by kayak

26 February 2024

John Davidson enjoys a peaceful paddle around Loch Tarff, in the hills above Fort Augustus near Loch Ness


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Village is a haven for wildlife and more

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Village is a haven for wildlife and more

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Village is a haven for wildlife and more

19 February 2024

John Davidson enjoys a gentle woodland walk with the family at Boat of Garten, where he finds plenty to do


Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

19 February 2024

Four Highland charities are set to receive new vehicles to help their community efforts thanks to a unique event that is marking its 40th anniversary.


Runners set to return to take on Loch Ness ultra challenge

Runners set to return to take on Loch Ness ultra challenge

Runners set to return to take on Loch Ness ultra challenge

15 February 2024

An ultra marathon that saw a record turnout take on the challenge of completing a loop of Loch Ness last year is set to return this spring.


Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

14 February 2024

A love of the outdoors is one of the most attractive qualities in a potential partner for people in the Highlands and Islands, according to research.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A VERY damp walk at the Fairy Glen Falls

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A VERY damp walk at the Fairy Glen Falls

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A VERY damp walk at the Fairy Glen Falls

12 February 2024

Rachel Smart takes a walk to the Fairy Glen Falls at Rosemarkie.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Invertromie wildlife trail offers a return to nature near Kingussie

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Invertromie wildlife trail offers a return to nature near Kingussie

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Invertromie wildlife trail offers a return to nature near Kingussie

05 February 2024

Visiting the fire-hit Lookout Hide at Insh Marshes nature reserve, John Davidson takes a winter wander along the fascinating Invertromie Trail


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: On the slide to the setting of The Traitors finale – Evanton's Pink House

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: On the slide to the setting of The Traitors finale – Evanton's Pink House

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: On the slide to the setting of The Traitors finale – Evanton's Pink House

29 January 2024

Hector Mackenzie takes a stroll to one of Ross-shire's most intriguing landmarks which featured in the first series of the popular BBC TV show


WATCH: Mental Health gig in Elgin Town Hall raises money for Mikeysline

WATCH: Mental Health gig in Elgin Town Hall raises money for Mikeysline

WATCH: Mental Health gig in Elgin Town Hall raises money for Mikeysline

29 January 2024

Great night of music for mental health charity.


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