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Review: Ferox Apalone Hardshell waterproof jacket

A new UK company has created the Ferox Apalone Hardshell waterproof jacket. I was sent […]

The Crown: Five top highlight filming locations in Scotland

The award-winning Royal drama, The Crown, returns to Netflix next week. The fourth series features […]

Video guide: Milngavie Reservoirs walk

Take a five-mile walk from Milngavie precinct, East Dunbartonshire, to the Milngavie Rerservoirs and return. […]

Ultra runner Alasdair Meldrum sets FKT on Ayrshire Coastal Path

Alasdair Meldrum has set a Fastest Known Time (FKT) time for running the Ayrshire Coastal […]

Covid infection risk ‘low during mountain sports’

As Covid-19 restrictions tighten again, a new report has been released that claims the risk […]

8 rewarding activities to do during retirement

Now you have retired, it is time to try out all of the activities you […]

Runner Jack Scott sets new Southern Upland Way record

Jack Scott was looking for a new running challenge in early summer after setting a […]

The pros and cons of horse riding

Getting outdoors and staying active is important for our mental and physical health. If you […]

Scottish ski resort pledges to ‘make more snow’ this winter

Scottish ski resort, The Lecht, is pledging to “make it snow” this winter with a […]

New ultra marathon for Scotland: The Highland Ultra

A new Highland Ultra is set to take place on October 21, 2021, in one […]

Review: Petzl Swift RL head torch for runners and walkers

As I have said before, I enjoy night running. For a successful outing, you need […]

How to: Go night trail and hill running

Night running expands opportunities, especially after the clocks go back in October in the UK. […]