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Exploring the Isle of Gigha by bicycle. Getting there, what there is to see and do.

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Ceilings that will take your breath away. A room slept in by Bonnie Prince Charlie. One of the largest collections of family portraits in Scotland. A vintage toy collection. Home baking in a traditional tea room. This is the Thirlestane Castle experience.

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My Colonsay moment happened on the side of a road. At 5pm. I lay down on the Heather that covered the verge. It was a soft pillow and I closed my eyes. Buzzing insects, a distant sheep baa, my own...

This incredible sculpture stands on a remote hilltop in Sutherland, 100 miles north of Inverness. The journey to get here is well worth the experience of standing next to this 8 foot giant.

Cycle route to Logan, including what to see and do

How to get there by bike and everything you need to know about visiting the lighthouse

If you only have time to visit one castle in Scotland then Culzean should be the one.

In Around the World in 80 Days, Mark Beaumont tells the remarkable story of breaking the world record for cycling around the globe, completing the journey in just 78 days, 14 hours and 40 minutes.

It is only 4 miles from Cullen to Findochty, but it's one of the best coastal bike rides in Scotland. This short stretch of National Cycle Route One packs in beaches, rock formations and seaside villa...

The highlight of this museum is a guided tour by a former miner. These men are full of stories and provide a fascinating insight into their working life. The museum is easy to reach from Edinburgh using the Borders Railway. It is walking distance from New

Stephen Fabes is a doctor and this brings a unique aspect to the adventure cycling genre because he visits health care settings as he travels. This is a much deeper journey than just a bike ride. This is a 6 year, 53,000 mile, cycle around the world full

Day 14. Another 100 push-ups done! In the morning I did 45 in a row, 10 seconds rest then another 5. I repeated that in the evening. Should I try to push it to 46 in a row tomorrow?

Stephen Fabes is a doctor and this brings a unique aspect to the adventure cycling genre because he visits health care settings as he travels. This is a much deeper journey than just a bike ride. This is a 6 year, 53,000 mile, cycle around the world full

If you need an escape from the Edinburgh Festival crowds or any crowds there is a place that is just the ticket. Kildonan is the 11th least used station in the UK and the least used station north of Inverness. This means that you are highly likely to be t

Cycling to Scotland's highest village at Wanlockhead, route description, photos and travel feature

Highlights of this cycle route A guided tour of Bowhill House, the country home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch Exploring the extensive grounds of Bowhill House with woodland trails and a loch A trip on the scenic Borders Railway Traffic-free section

Who takes a gun on a cycling trip? Dervla Murphy lists a .25 automatic pistol as part of her kit list for travelling by bicycle to India. And she ends up having to use it! This was the 1960s and she was making her way through countries like Iran, Afghani

​Smailholm is a classic example of a defensive tower house that was once common in the Scottish Borders. For 500 years the border between England and Scotland was a treacherous place with wars and raids a constant threat to residents. It was essential to

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The Cairn o'Mount is one of Scotland's legendary roads for cycling. Legendary for the steep gradient and challenge of climbing it. I used this road when returning from a cycling trip in Royal Deeside. Read on to see how I got on.

The Cairn o'Mount is one of Scotland's legendary roads for cycling. Legendary for the steep gradient and challenge of climbing it. I used this road when returning from a cycling trip in Royal Deeside. Read on to see how I got on.

A review of Craigard House Hotel in Campbeltown, Scotland

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This is a very handy cycling wallet for essentials and valuables, like your phone, keys and money. There's even space for a multi-tool and inner tube.

Day 8 of the challenge. I've managed to 44 in a row! 44 in the morning 44 after dinner 12 in the evening

Enjoy a fascinating guided tour of this still lived-in National Trust Property followed by a walk in the grounds to the tower and views across the River Forth. At less than a 5 mile cycle from Linlithgow, partly along the scenic Union Canal, this is an ea

The Bonawe Iron Furnace operated from 1753 to 1876 in scenic Argyll. You can explore the remains of the site as well as spending a bit of time in Taynuilt, including the marvelous Robin's Nest tearoom.

The four abbeys in the Scottish Borders are one of Scotland's greatest collections of historical ruins. These are evocative places, full of history and architectural wonder. It is difficult to choose a favourite, but go and see them all and enjoy! They ar

This thirteenth century mass of formidable stone once guarded the sea approach to the heart of Scotland. One of Scotland's most famous historical figures, Flora McDonald, was imprisoned here. It was captured by Robert the Bruce in 1308. Dunstaffnage Castl

For a great day of exploring in the Scottish Borders take the train to Tweedbank and join the cycle path right at the station. It only takes 8 miles of cycling to see an abbey, an enormous statue of William Wallace, an outdoor sculpture and one of Scotlan

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How to get there by bike and everything you need to know about visiting the lighthouse

Forres is know for its floral displays, impressive architecture and the largest Medieval carved standing stone in Scotland. The town is in Moray, around 26 miles from Inverness. These are the highligh...

Trying a Forfar Bridie and visiting some of Scotland's best Pictish standing stones

The book is about cycling parts of the Network to discover how it all started, how it is funded and why some parts of the route are frankly terrible. During her journey she talks to people involved in...

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Brodie Castle has over 100 varieties of daffodils and is easy to reach from Forres

Cycle route to Logan, including what to see and do

In Around the World in 80 Days, Mark Beaumont tells the remarkable story of breaking the world record for cycling around the globe, completing the journey in just 78 days, 14 hours and 40 minutes.

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10 mile route from Perth. It's mainly on the quiet B9112. This is largely a functional route, a road to get you somewhere, but there are some delightful moments.

As you make your way around Blackness Castle you will notice indestructible iron gates. locks, slots for guns, and thick walls. Henry VIIIs ambassador described the castle as 'impregnable' and this is certainly the impression you get from a visit. It sits

Trying Cullen Skink in the town that gave it its name. Review of the Cullen Bay Hotle