Walking and outdoors

The NC500 is a 516-mile loop in the Highlands

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NC500 introduces plans to crack down on irresponsible tourism in Highlands

The River Tweed is a Special Area of Conservation and a Site of Special Scientific Interest

The River Tweed is a Special Area of Conservation and a Site of Special Scientific Interest

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Scottish river project creating 113 miles of walking routes receives £10m funding

A ferry sails into Oban Bay

A ferry sails into Oban Bay

Argyll and Bute

Five of the best things to do in Oban as it's crowned Scottish town of the year

Volunteers repairing paths on An Teallach last year

Volunteers repairing paths on An Teallach last year

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Scotland's mountain paths 'desperate' for funding post-Brexit, say campaigners

A Scottish beach has been ranked among the best in the UK

A Scottish beach has been ranked among the best in the UK

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Scottish beach named among best coastal spots in the UK

New paths to boost access to iconic Culloden site

From ice skating to polar bears

From ice skating to polar bears

From ice skating to polar bears – here's some of Scotland's best winter wonders

The Swan which offers voyages to visitors in Shetland

The Swan which offers voyages to visitors in Shetland

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Shetland guide – how to get there, where to eat and things to do

Scottish adventurer Alice Morrison spoke to the Sunday National about the 10 things that changed her life

Scottish adventurer Alice Morrison spoke to the Sunday National about the 10 things that changed her life

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

10 things that changed my life with Scottish adventurer Alice Morrison

Traquair House is Scotland's oldest home and has existed since at least 1107

Traquair House is Scotland's oldest home and has existed since at least 1107

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See inside Scotland's oldest house, dating back to at least 1107

A sign pleading with people not to use a beauty spot as a toilet has been installed on the NC500

A sign pleading with people not to use a beauty spot as a toilet has been installed on the NC500

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Sign installed at Scottish beauty spot urging visitors 'please do not use as toilet'

Ben Nevis has been named among the most picturesque mountains in the UK

Ben Nevis has been named among the most picturesque mountains in the UK

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Iconic Scottish mountain named among UK's most picturesque

Lorraine McCall completed a non stop circuit of all 231 peaks of the Grahams

Lorraine McCall completed a non stop circuit of all 231 peaks of the Grahams

Alzheimer Scotland

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Highland woman first to complete mountain challenge after recovering from cancer

Freedom of the city for the peacocks of Pittencrieff Park was formally recognised at a special presentation at the birds' sanctuary

Freedom of the city for the peacocks of Pittencrieff Park was formally recognised at a special presentation at the birds' sanctuary

Peacocks in Pittencrieff Park

Dunfermline's beloved peacocks finally receive iconic status at special ceremony

A project from the University of the Highlands and Islands has made progress in restoring salmon populations in rivers

A project from the University of the Highlands and Islands has made progress in restoring salmon populations in rivers

Animal Conservation

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Scottish university project shows success in efforts to maintain salmon populations

Luskentyre Beach is said to have some of the whitest sands anywhere in the world

Luskentyre Beach is said to have some of the whitest sands anywhere in the world

These are the best beaches in Scotland you can enjoy no matter the weather

A Scottish island beach has been named among the best in the world

A Scottish island beach has been named among the best in the world

Scottish beach with 'spectacular views' named among world's best

Camping has become a popular choice for UK holidaymakers amid the cost-of-living crisis as holidays abroad have become increasingly more expensive

Camping has become a popular choice for UK holidaymakers amid the cost-of-living crisis as holidays abroad have become increasingly more expensive

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Highlands named as UK's best camping location for the summer

Portobello and Ceannabeinne Beach were named among the best seaside spots for dogs

Portobello and Ceannabeinne Beach were named among the best seaside spots for dogs

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'Marvellous' Scottish spots named among the best dog-friendly beaches in the UK

The Potter Trail has beaten over attractions across the UK like the John Ryland Library in Manchester and the British Museum in London to the top spot

The Potter Trail has beaten over attractions across the UK like the John Ryland Library in Manchester and the British Museum in London to the top spot

Walking tour in Scottish city tops UK's best free tourist attraction list

Here is everything you need to know about the Devil's Pulpit including how safe it is and the meaning behind its name

Here is everything you need to know about the Devil's Pulpit including how safe it is and the meaning behind its name

Everything you need to know about the Devil's Pulpit in Scotland

Carnoustie and more were among the best beaches in Scotland

Carnoustie and more were among the best beaches in Scotland

These are the beaches named among the best in Scotland this year

Speyside has distilleries as far as the eye can see, along with offerings such as a whisky tasting at The Cairn with guide Lexie

Speyside has distilleries as far as the eye can see, along with offerings such as a whisky tasting at The Cairn with guide Lexie

Robin McKelvie: Scotland's whisky heartland offers up a flurry of new joys

Here are three of Scotland's best traffic-free cycle paths

Here are three of Scotland's best traffic-free cycle paths

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Scotland's best traffic-free cycling routes revealed in new list

Here are three of Scotland's best traffic-free cycle paths

Here are three of Scotland's best traffic-free cycle paths

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Scotland's best traffic-free cycling routes revealed in new list

The route between the Falkirk Wheel and the Kelpies along the Forth & Clyde canal is recommended for families

The route between the Falkirk Wheel and the Kelpies along the Forth & Clyde canal is recommended for families

Seven of the best family friendly cycling routes to try across Scotland

Rangers have started work on the NC500 after funding was found to support the roles

Rangers have started work on the NC500 after funding was found to support the roles

Highlands & Islands

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Outdoor access rangers start work on NC500 route as funding found for roles

Here are the NC500's top-rated beauty and beach spots

Here are the NC500's top-rated beauty and beach spots

North Coast 500

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The best beaches and beauty spots on the NC500 you need to see

Police have issued a warning to anyone planning on tackling Munros

Police have issued a warning to anyone planning on tackling Munros

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Police issue warning to hillwalkers planning to tackle 'easy Munros'

Drummohr Camping & Glamping Site has been named as the best campsite in Scotland

Drummohr Camping & Glamping Site has been named as the best campsite in Scotland

Luxury camping resort near Edinburgh named best in Scotland

The proposed development, named Ride Ness, aims to build a £3.4 million purpose-built bike park located on Glendoe Estate, near Fort Augustus

The proposed development, named Ride Ness, aims to build a £3.4 million purpose-built bike park located on Glendoe Estate, near Fort Augustus

Plans for multi-million-pound mountain bike trail in Highlands revealed

The Flower Moon will take place this May

The Flower Moon will take place this May

Our Precious Lugg Meadow

Scotland's 10 best stargazing spots for seeing the 'Flower Moon' this week

Luskentyre Beach and Footdee in Aberdeen were named among the best in Britain

Luskentyre Beach and Footdee in Aberdeen were named among the best in Britain

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Scottish beaches with 'bright-white sands' and 'turquoise waters' top UK list

The locations were judged on several factors, including five-starred hotels, walking trails and high-end dining

The locations were judged on several factors, including five-starred hotels, walking trails and high-end dining

Scotland's top luxury staycation spot revealed as part of new research

Last year’s UCI DH World Championships in Fort William saw speed racer Laurie Greenland narrowly miss out on the downhill win

Last year’s UCI DH World Championships in Fort William saw speed racer Laurie Greenland narrowly miss out on the downhill win

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Nevis Range chief calls for mountain biking to be on Scottish school curriculum

The Fairy Pools and Hopeman East Beach and Bay were named among the best wild swimming spots in Scotland

The Fairy Pools and Hopeman East Beach and Bay were named among the best wild swimming spots in Scotland

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Scottish wild swimming spots with 'crystal-clear' waters to visit this summer

Ceannabeinne Beach and more offer great wild swimming opportunities on the NC500

Ceannabeinne Beach and more offer great wild swimming opportunities on the NC500

North Coast 500

The best and most breathtaking wild swimming spots on the NC500

Here are the best places and experiences for catching a glimpse of dolphins, whales and porpoises

Here are the best places and experiences for catching a glimpse of dolphins, whales and porpoises

North Coast 500

Best places to spot whales, dolphins or porpoises on the NC500

The West Highland Way has been named among the best walking routes in the UK

The West Highland Way has been named among the best walking routes in the UK

Iconic Scottish walking route named among UK's best in new study

Routes in Shetland and the Isle of Mull were highlighted by Visit Scotland

Routes in Shetland and the Isle of Mull were highlighted by Visit Scotland

The best Scottish walking routes for wildlife enthusiasts revealed

Aberlady Bay was named one of the best 'secret' beaches in the UK

Aberlady Bay was named one of the best 'secret' beaches in the UK

Our Place in the Sun

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'Secret' Scottish beach with two sunken submarines dubbed one of the UK's best

Issues with litter are continuing to be an issue on the NC500

Issues with litter are continuing to be an issue on the NC500

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'Disgraceful': Anger as litter and 'love lock' issues plague NC500 route

How skating has grown and developed

How skating has grown and developed

Ollie or nothing: How Scotland's skateboard scene is growing despite little funding

Walking routes in Fife and Dumfries and Galloway were named among Scotland's most 'stunning' ancient pathways

Walking routes in Fife and Dumfries and Galloway were named among Scotland's most 'stunning' ancient pathways

Scottish walks named among the most 'stunning' ancient pathways in the UK

Stewart Hawthorn will run the marathon on April 15

Stewart Hawthorn will run the marathon on April 15

Scotland-based fish farmer to run Boston Marathon to raise funds for Gaelic

Traditional bothies are scattered across Scotland

Traditional bothies are scattered across Scotland

Our Place in the Sun

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Top travel magazine names the best bothies you can stay at in Scotland

Galloway Forest Park was named one of the best stargazing spots on the planet ahead of the upcoming eclipse

Galloway Forest Park was named one of the best stargazing spots on the planet ahead of the upcoming eclipse

Scottish forest named one of the best stargazing spots in the world ahead of eclipse

The Caledonian Macbrayne ferry arriving at Port Ellen on Islay

The Caledonian Macbrayne ferry arriving at Port Ellen on Islay

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Rhoda Meek: Here are some tips for tourists to avoid upsetting island locals

Eyemouth harbour

Eyemouth harbour

The Berwickshire coast of battles and tragedies straddling Scotland and England

The exhibition is to be staged at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, created by artist Stephanïe Vandëm

The exhibition is to be staged at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, created by artist Stephanïe Vandëm

Aberdeenshire, Scotland

'From mountain to sea': Scottish fishing communities inspire new exhibition

Taynish National Nature Reserve in Argyll and Bute and Ariundle Oakwood in the Scottish Highlands were among the most 'lush' forests in the UK.

Taynish National Nature Reserve in Argyll and Bute and Ariundle Oakwood in the Scottish Highlands were among the most 'lush' forests in the UK.

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Here's why these Scottish forests were named among the most 'lush' in the UK

Councillors have agreed plans for public toilets at the Ring of Brodgar

Councillors have agreed plans for public toilets at the Ring of Brodgar

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Plans agreed to introduce public toilets at Scottish tourist hotspot

Glasgow Green was named one of the best Easter pub walks in the UK.

Glasgow Green was named one of the best Easter pub walks in the UK.

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Scottish park dubbed one of the best Easter pub walks in the UK

The route covers the mainland and three Scottish islands

The route covers the mainland and three Scottish islands

What is the Scottish Islands Peaks Race? The 'addictive' annual competition