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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 3h

We're off to Roy Bridge for our next trip 9-12 October, a regular return. The weather has often been mixed on our trips, but we've had a good time anyway. Lots of hills to enjoy in the area, plus trains, cafes, gondolas to visit if too wet. We have monthly weekend trips and welcome non/new members.

group of four hikers sitting on a rocky mountain summit.

Two hikers sitting on a rocky mountain summit with a view beyond of a loch and further mountains, cloudy skies

a hiker walking through grass on a hillside in full waterproofs, with a cloudy sky above. More hills and a ruined tower in the background

Two hikers posing for a photo on the Grey Corries

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

A lovely day out in North Berwick, walking up Berwick Law and around Balgone Lake, partly on the John Muir Way. Overcast skies turned to heavy rain after lunch but we had waterproofs, great chat and a good cafe to dry out in. We have regular walks in the Lothians & Fife, non-members welcome!

Group of hikers on top of Berwick Law with view of the town and sea behind. Overcast skies.

View across North Berwick and offshore islands under cloudy skies

Balgone Lake, bullrushes, trees and swans

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David Hoy @davidhoy.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Enjoyable if wet walk with @redropescot.bsky.social going up Berwick Law and on to Balgone lake.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We're off to North Berwick for our September walk. Around 8.5 miles, 3.5 hours walking up Berwick Law, to Balgone Lake and along the John Muir Way. Bring your lunch - & your swimsuit if you're brave enough! More info and to register here: forms.gle/zMKyJJzeE75k... *All welcome including non-members*

Sandy and rocky beach at North Berwick, with the Bass Rock in the distance, all under blue skies

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Our walk on Sunday 30 August is to Dundreich in the Borders. This hill has spectacular views across the Lothians (we hope!) plus a hill fort and Portmore Loch. 8 miles, 5 hours, bus from Edinburgh to Eddleston. Non-members welcome! More info & register here: forms.gle/vQCoX6iKf63x...

A path through purple heather and a woodland, with a view of a grassy hill beyond. Blue skies with white clouds.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Another great trip to the Cairngorms, staying at the lovely Muir Cottage at Inverey. Mixed weather but we enjoyed getting into the hills for walks and cycles - and as always had fab shared veggie dinners each evening. We have monthly weekend trips away, non-members are welcome to give it a try!

Three cyclists on a gravel track cycling towards hills, among purple heather and trees

Two hikers on a path across a heathery hillside, mountains in the background with a shower passing by

Three hikers in full waterproofs on a mountain summit in thick mist

Group of 12 people around a long table with their dinners in front of them. The room is a mountaineering club hut.

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Interesting read on how to prepare for future wildfires, in the wake of the recent/ongoing Cairngorms fire.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Woo hoo! We're off to the Cairngorms for our next trip 14-17 August, at the lovely Muir Cottage near Linn of Dee. A previous August trip saw us heading up big mountains and also enjoying the bonnie, blooming heather in the surrounding pinewoods. We have monthly weekends away, new members welcome!

Four hikers on a rocky path heading up Beinn a'Bhuird, with a background of the Cairngorms plateau under sunny/cloudy skies.

A walker on a path through a pinewood with blooming heather under the trees

a group of walkers heading along a path by a river with pinewoods around and distant hills, blue skies and sunshine

Muir Cottage, a hut owned by the Cairngorm Club. An old white sone building and more modern wooden-clad extension, surrounded by a lawn but situated on the edge of a pinewood.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Had an enjoyable walk along the Fife Coastal Path today, from North Queensferry to Aberdour. Sunshine, wildflowers, woodlands, seaside, good chat and historic interest. We do a local walk on the last Sunday of each month. All welcome!

Two walkers on a gravel path lined with trees and bushes

Four walkers standing in sunshine on a verge with the Firth of Forth and Forth Bridge behind.

Two walkers looking at a patch of wildflowers

Woman sitting on a wall by a ruined chapel, two more women looking out of an upper window behind.

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nickkempe.bsky.social @nickkempe.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

New post Parkswatchscotland: The review of the camping byelaws (2) – how the consultation is being manipulated by the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Authority parkswatchscotland.co.uk/?p=33411

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Cairngorms wildfire: well worth catching up on the issues around the wildfire with 2 posts on Parkswatch Scotland by @nickkempe.bsky.social. Lots to think about - fire byelaws, resourcing of SFRS, how incidents are recorded, etc. parkswatchscotland.co.uk?p=33426 parkswatchscotland.co.uk?p=33458

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The 'Glenmore' wildfire - a costly and avoidable disaster - parkswatchscotland

[NB This post was updated and corrected at 18.50 on 19th July. I wrongly reported the local resident as having seen smoke at 11am on Weds 15th about 45 mins before the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service...

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Really enjoyed this long weekend away - though the low cloud and occasional drizzle were a bit annoying. Especially as the rest of Scotland seemed to be sunny! However, I climbed three Corbetts and explored new places like Redpoint beach. Always good to get away with Red Rope.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

We had a lovely trip to Aultbea last weekend. The weather wasn't always great, but we made the most of it. Some hills (An Teallach & a couple of Corbetts), swimming in the sea, coastal walks and fabulous shared meals. Thanks to LSCC for the fab hut! Our August trip is to Braemar, 14-17 Aug.

Group of six walkers on a grassy hillside above a sandy bay, distant mountains and a blue sky.

Group of seven people around a dinner table.

Two female hikers on a rocky mountain summit, another hill emerging from cloud behind them

Two women hikers crossing a rocky mountain stream with care.

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Love the Fife coastal path ❤️ It always seems to be sunny when I go there to walk a section, but if not there's still big skies and great views!

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The Fife Coastal Path for our next walk on Sunday 26 July, from North Queensferry to Aberdour. History, archaeology, beaches, a castle, cafes and pubs - what's not to like?! For info and to sign up see this form - or queries to scotlandredrope[at]gmail.com, all welcome: forms.gle/U18cdUfFGjMM...

View from the Fife Coastal Path across the Firth of Forth to Edinburgh on a sunny day.

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Looking forward to this! And it might still be sunny when we get there …

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

We're off to Aultbea for our next trip, 17-20 July. It's been a while since we were last there - 2018! The weather was mixed so we managed a visit to Inverewe gardens as well as a few hills (Slioch, Ben Alligin, Fannichs). New members & non-members are welcome on our regular monthly weekend trips.

View across the crofting village of Aultbea, white houses, blue sea and hills beyond the fields behind the houses.

A few people on a path by a pond in Inverewe gardens, water lilies on the pond which is surrounded by trees and shrubs

Three hikers at the summit of a grassy mountain, low cloud obscuring the hills in the distance

Man standing on a rocky mountain summit looking at a view of further mountain ranges and a loch

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Excellent article, well worth a read. Of course access is political. Land is power. Giving the public rights to be on that land shifts the balance of that power, so it’s no wonder the landowners provide so many (mostly spurious) excuses against it.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

What a great weekend we had staying in Achnasheen in June! Lots of walks, chats, good food and amazing scenery. 🥾 Our weekend trip next month is to Aultbea, but we also do regular monthly walks around Edinburgh. Non-members and new members always welcome!

A woman balancing on a wire bridge across a river in a mountainous area

Three women hikers sitting on a rocky mountain summit, big smiles

Group of eight people sitting round a dinner table in a stone cottage, dinner is on the table.

Two people on a rocky mountain summit looking at big views across to the Torridon hills

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David Hoy @davidhoy.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Lovely walk with @redropescot.bsky.social in West Lothian yesterday. Lovely riverside walking and spectacular views from Roman Camps bing.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We're off to West Lothian for our next day walk on Sunday 28 June. From Livingston South railway station to Uphall via the River Almond, ancient Calderwood, Almondell Country Park and Roman Camps bing. All welcome including non-members. More info and sign up here: forms.gle/WQpQUhxeTMPA...

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Red Rope's walk from Livingston to Uphall 28 June 2026

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Looking forward to our next trip to Inver Croft at Achnasheen on 19-22 June. We've had some great weekends there over the years - and of course all kinds of weather! We enjoy climbing the hills but do also lower level walks too. New members are welcome on our monthly trips away.

A stone cottage with a person and some bicycles outside, with a snow-topped mountain in the background.

Four hikers standing on a snowy mountain summit by the cairn.

Two climbers at the bottom of a rocky mountain

A river in the Highlands of Scotland, with pinewoods on the right hand bank and a small wooden building on the left side of the river. Cloudy skies.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Lots of time today to chat, to sit in the sun looking at the views across Edinburgh and to watch a kestrel hunting on our walk in the Pentland hills. And it was a beautiful day too! Lovely to get out of the city.

Two men and a woman sitting on a grassy hillside above Edinburgh enjoying the view

A group of walkers on a hillside, one of them is pointing (at a kestrel, but we can’t see that)

View from above a reservoir surrounded by trees and across to the countryside, all under blue skies with white clouds.

Two walkers on a path running between two hills, view to the countryside beyond

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David Hoy @davidhoy.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Really enjoyed my walk today with @redropescot.bsky.social from Balerno to Swanston. Thankfully the predicted rain amounted to very little and we were treated to some fabulous views.

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Sue S @sjsbunchberry.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

This was a great weekend

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

We had a grand weekend away in Ballachulish. The weather was good, our shared veggie dinners fantastic - and we also had some great walks. Our trip also included an interesting tour of the Glencoe Mountain Rescue centre. We have monthly trips, non-/new members are always welcome.

Group of four hikers on a grassy hillside with a loch and mountains in the background

Group of people sitting around a dinner table, Red Rope club members in the hut, sharing dinner.

Three people sitting on benches looking at a view of mountains across a sea loch

Group of people standing by a mountain rescue vehicle with a member of the team giving a presentation from the vehicle.

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Raptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

New research from University of Leeds & the RSPB shows that burning on grouse moors is exposing millions of people to unsafe air pollution levels. Yet another reason to ban this 'sport'. Press release & link to the paper ⬇️ raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/05/20/n...

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New research shows burning on grouse moors is exposing millions to unsafe air pollution levels

Press release from University of Leeds and the RSPB (19 May 2026) MOORLAND BURNING FOR UPLAND MANAGEMENT IS EXPOSING MILLIONS TO UNSAFE AIR POLLUTION LEVELS In the UK, moorland burning, which is wi…

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Our next walk is through the Pentland Hills from Balerno to Swanston on 31 May. New/non-members all welcome. Information on the walk and how to join are in this form, please complete if you'd like to come along: forms.gle/WXnUB81iGYBA...

View across the city of Edinburgh from the Pentland Hills in summer, showing the ski centre below and Arthur's Seat silhouetted against the Firth of Forth.

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nickkempe.bsky.social @nickkempe.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

New post Parkswatchscotland: Morar, muirburn and wildfires – the implications for the muirburn licensing scheme parkswatchscotland.co.uk/?p=32979

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Looking forward to our next trip 15-18 May to Craigallan hut at Ballachulish. A great location for the Glencoe hills and Mamores. We were last there in February 2025 - stunning weather but freezing! Hopefully a bit warmer this time. New members welcome on our monthly weekend trips & day walks.

Three hikers heading down from a mountain summit, the ground is frozen snow. In the distance, Loch Leven and the Pap of Glencoe can be seen.

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Wall-to-wall sunshine and no midges! Picked the right few days for a bothy/camping trip to the Rough Bounds of Knoydart. Absolutely stunning, Scotland at its best! 3 Munros climbed again & 2 Corbetts anew. (But I also picked up loads of ticks, there were deer everywhere). ☀️🥾

A stone building used as a bothy surrounded by forestry. A few people are sitting and chatting outside, it’s sunny.

View of mountains, a loch and distant islands from a mountain top.

A view over a mountain summit with a wall running across it. Distant views of the islands of Eigg and Rum.

Two women standing on a mountain top with a lochan behind and islands beyond. Sunny, blue skies.

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Pedal on Parliament #pop26 @pedalonparliament.org · 01/05/2026

On 30th May at 11:30am, we Pedal on Parliament for a cycle-safe Scotland. Today, we've released our renewed manifesto - will you join us? ➡️ pedalonparliament.org/our-manifesto/ #ThisMachineFightsClimateChange #PoP26

A poster for Pedal on Parliament 2026, on 30th May 2026 at 11:30am, featuring an bright illustration of three foxes cycling through a purple city backdrop. A parent fox rides a cargo bike with a young fox in the front, who is waving a small flag that reads #pop26 - a slightly bigger fox cub leads the way pointing ahead.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Proud of Red Rope member Trudi Warner who was arrested earlier today in London, despite winning a High Court ruling last year on this very issue.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

What a great trip to Glen Etive! The weekend started wet but we still enjoyed the hills, incl Ben Starav, Glas Bheinn Mhor, Beinn Trilleachan & Buachaille Etive Beag. Appreciated the cosy hut at Inbhirfhaolain to dry out afterwards! Next trip 15-18 May to Ballachulish. We welcome new members!

Woman hiker on the rocky summit of Ben Starav with Loch Etive behind under cloudy skies

Three walkers heading downhill off a mountain with a range of mountains beyond

Group of people sitting around a woodburning stove in a mountaineering club hut

Man walking across a rocky mountain summit plateau with more mountains beyond

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Helen Todd @helenrambler.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Always enjoy trips away with @redropescot.bsky.social but Glen Etive was a wee bit wet last weekend, especially underfoot. At least we finally got some amazing views and sunshine! Climbed Glas Bheinn Mhór and Beinn Trillichean.

Am mountain stream rushing downhill over rocks, under cloudy skies

A grassy mountain ridge with the remains if a snowy cornice on one side, distant lochs visible under low cloud.

A white stone building among trees with a mountain behind and two people chatting outside Two cars also parked outside.

Me standing in waterproofs on a grassy hill with a view of forestry and mountains behind, blue skies above

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Looking forward to our next trip to Glen Etive, 17-19 April. We've been there regularly over the years, it's a great area to explore. We're always keen to get new members, why not contact us to find out about our monthly weekends away and monthly day walks? Email scotland[at]redrope.org.uk

Panorama of snowy mountains with forestry below, Glen Etive

Two hikers in red jackets on a rocky mountain summit

Woman standing looking at the view from a mountain summit plateau, with the remains of a large snowy cornice in front of her

Woman sitting on a mountain summit with Loch Etive beyond

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

We had a great trip to Killin in March. Good weather, good food and good chat. The Munros Sgiath Chuil, Meall Glas, Meall Ghaordaidh and Meall nan Tarmachan all climbed and enjoyed. Our next trip in April is to Glen Etive.

Three hikers heading down a gentle
slope on a Scottish hillside, more mountains beyond in the distance.

Man and a dog on a rocky mountain summit.

Woman hiker on a grassy mountain summit with more mountains behind, bit of snow remaining.

Hiker climbing up a snow patch on a Scottish mountain.

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David Hoy @davidhoy.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Enjoyed my walk yesterday with @redropescot.bsky.social exploring parts of Edinburgh I didn't know too well. Great company but very mixed weather!

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Please join us on our next walk on Sunday 29th March in Edinburgh, exploring this wonderful city's green spaces - more information below.

View over Holyrood park in Edinburgh on a sunny spring day.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Our next day walk on Sunday 29 March is another amazing green walking route from the Royal Mile to Drum House in Gilmerton, barely touching a road. All welcome, including non-members. To register and for more info see: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Red Rope's walk from Holyrood to The Drum, Gilmerton - Sunday 29 March 2026

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walkhighlands @walkhighlands.co.uk · 19/02/2026

It's absolutely full on winter conditions out there if you are heading to Scotland's mountains - and that means you need to carry and know how to use an ice-axe and crampons. If you don't, either choose a walk at lower levels, wait for the snows to melt before tackling the summits...

Group using ice axes and crampons on snowy slope

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

A weekend of two halves - a sparkling Cheviot winter wonderland on Saturday and a cloudy St Abbs on Sunday. Staying at Wooler youth hostel, this was a new area to explore for the club. We have monthly weekend trips, off to Killin in March, and new members always welcome!

Group of hikers on a snowy hill looking at a view of rolling hills

Four walkers on a snowy hill summit walking away from the camera towards a hazy sun

Two walkers in waterproofs on a muddy, grassy coastal hillside with sea cliffs beyond.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

We're heading back to Midlothian for our next walk, on Sunday 22 February. Gorebridge circular via Vogrie Country Park, Crichton & Borthwick castles and along the Gore Water. All welcome including non-members, more info and register here: forms.gle/3yBXM7y4MJ58...

Two walkers heading up a path in woodland, leaves on the ground.

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

"Scotland’s international reputation as a pioneer of outdoor access is in danger of becoming a hollow boast, unless politicians act.” - Our director @bjpaddy.bsky.social. We're urging candidates in May's Holyrood election to commit to a £50million Scottish Paths Fund in the next 5-year parliament.👍

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Scotland’s 'world-class' outdoor access laws at risk, Ramblers warn

RAMBLERS Scotland has warned that Scotland’s outdoor access laws, seen as one of the “stand-out achievements” of devolution, are being pushed…

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Raptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Seven sacks of dead Pheasants dumped by side of road in S Lanarkshire. Dodgy ethics aside, no need to worry about the mandatory biosecurity measures that everyone, including gamebird shoot managers, are supposed to comply with, eh? #AvianFlu New blog ⬇️ raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/01/26/s...

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Seven sacks of dead Pheasants dumped by side of road in South Lanarkshire

Seven sacks of dead Pheasants have been dumped by the side of the road at two locations (3km apart) near Stonehouse, South Lanarkshire earlier this month (many thanks to the blog reader who sent in…

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

We enjoyed a lovely walk yesterday through the wooded glens of Midlothian - parts of Bilston, North Esk and Roslin. We kept out of the chilly wind and learned some local history! We do a walk near Edinburgh on the last Sunday of each month. All welcome!

Four walkers on a path through woodland in winter, leaves on the ground and a holly tree by the path

Four people on a narrow path along the ridge of a hill amongst bare trees

A group of people reading an interpretation board in a clearing in a wood

Two groups each of two people heading up a path in woodland.

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Red Rope Scotland @redropescot.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Well worth chipping in to support Walkhighlands. We love the app, especially as we’re often staying in places with no signal on weekend trips. It’s a great help to be able to download routes at home then use them to plan our day on the hills.

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