Adventures in Scotland - Scot Mountain Holidays

Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland (part 3) – managing expectations

Published by Rebecca Field January 28, 2026

One group, many expectations – managing ability & pace in Scotland Organising an overseas hiking vacation that genuinely works for everyone in a group is […]

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Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland (part 2) – transport

Published by Rebecca Field January 15, 2026

“Getting There Is the Easy Part” – Transport Realities for Groups Without Cars If you’re the person everyone looks to when a group trip is […]

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Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland: what you need to know (part 1)

Published by Rebecca Field January 8, 2026

Preparing for a group hiking trip to Scotland: it may be more complex than it seems. “Scotland is not the Rockies” – understanding Scottish terrain […]

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winter walking in the highlands of scotland

Winter Mountain Walking in Scotland: How to Carry and Use Crampons and an Ice Axe

Published by Rebecca Field December 18, 2025

Winter mountain walking in Scotland: how to carry and use crampons and an ice axe Preparing for winter walking Winter transforms the Scottish mountains. Familiar […]

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Walking with horses: frequently asked questions

Published by Rebecca Field

Frequently asked questions Are the horses well-trained and accustomed to walking with guests? Yes, the horses are very comfortable around people and are accustomed to […]

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Planning ahead: setting walking goals for the year ahead

Published by Rebecca Field December 10, 2025

Planning Ahead: Setting Your Walking Goals for 2026 Looking back so you can move forward Now’s a great time to pause and reflect on last […]

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It’s more than just a hike

Published by Rebecca Field December 3, 2025

When most people picture a walking holiday, they imagine the trails: winding routes through ancient forests, high plateaus brushed with heather, summits opening onto vast […]

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Walking gently: how we care for Scotland’s wild places

Published by Rebecca Field November 26, 2025

Walking Gently: How We Care for Scotland’s Wild Places The Cairngorms are special. Anyone who has walked through ancient Caledonian pines; been lucky enough to […]

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Chasing the light: winter sunrises, sunsets and night skies

Published by Rebecca Field November 19, 2025

Chasing the Light: Winter Sunrises, Sunsets & Night Skies in the Cairngorms Winter in the Scottish Highlands offers some of the most extraordinary light of […]

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Snowholing in Scotland Best Practise & Top Tips

Published by Andy Bateman November 12, 2025

Scottish Snow-holing: Best Practice in Modern Conditions Snow-holing has a long and established tradition in Scotland’s winter mountains and in alpine and arctic regions worldwide. […]

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