ACTIVE OUTDOORS

Scotland's cycle network 'could be the envy of Europe'

As huge parts of the cycle network in the Highlands are reclassified, John Davidson spoke to Sustrans Scotland director John Lauder about its future

Pedestrian and cycling groups have welcomed proposals to update the Highway Code as part of ambitious plans to boost walking and wheeling.

John Davidson gets on his bike to enjoy a road ride from Inverness, taking in a high road past a local wind farm – and finds good company on his way

Scottish Tour de France legend Philippa York’s first experience of cycling in the north Highlands has been “an adventure every day”.

Hill walkers and climbers are being asked to help keep Scotland's mountains clear of litter as lockdown restrictions are eased.

John Davidson speaks to mountain and trail running guide Ian Stewart about his six-day, 400km Cairngorm Parkrun challenge

Huge swathes of the National Cycle Network in the Highlands are to have their official status removed as part of a review.

John Davidson heads to the Monadhliath to climb his first Munro of the year by a lesser-used route

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MOUNTAIN rescuers were scrambled when a hillwalker was reported overdue from a hike in the Glen Affric area yesterday.

A CHARITY which has fought for the public's right of access across Scotland for 175 years has issued a quirky invitation to celebrate the milestone.

THE Covid-19 lockdown has turned many Scots into lovers of the great outdoors – a new survey has found.

A new cycle lane on Ness Bridge has been ditched by Highland Council after just four days.

An Aviemore man completed an epic challenge late on Wednesday night when he climbed his last mountain on a continuous round of 58 Munros.

People are being reminded to follow the rules of the countryside when out and about this summer in a new campaign.

After months in lockdown, John Davidson makes the most of the easing of travel restrictions with a fine walk into the hills