Famed for its ancient history, the tallest mountains in the UK and remote islands, Scotland is home to some of the wildest places in the British Isles.
We all know Loch Ness, Edinburgh and whiskey distilleries, but what we weren’t expecting was to find giant eagles, spectacular beaches, sea stacks and more. Our first foray north of the border was brief, but it left us with a desire to see more.
Isle of Mull
Mackinnon’s Cave is deep, dark and mysterious with huge webs strung along the sides of the cliff walls which look like someone has come to decorate for Halloween! Access to the cave is dictated by the tides and there is a rocky scrambly section. We’re sharing directions, difficulty level and what to expect when exploring the cave.
Everything you need to know about the short and circuit routes to Traigh Geal (Balfour Bay), one of the most beautiful beaches in the UK. With white sand, turquoise water and pink granite rock walls it’s a must do when visiting the Isle of Mull.
My unsponsored experience onboard the Mull Charters Photo 6 Tour to get up close and personal with the white tailed sea eagle, including what the boat is like and exactly what to expect from the trip.
Orkney
The Yesnaby Coastal Walk has to be one of the best walks on mainland Orkney, if not the best. With incredible sea stacks and rock arches, rugged cliffs alive with seabirds and stunning coastal views, it’s an Orkney must do. We’re sharing directions, trail conditions and all the logistics for the short or long version of the walk.
The scenes from the cliff tops at Marwick Head look like something from a National Geographic documentary and we weren’t even there in peak season for wildlife! We’re sharing directions, trail conditions and when to see the most birdlife.
Everything you need to know about one of the best walks on Mull. There is so much to see, from incredible basalt columns which are a bit like a miniature Staffa Island, to a cave once inhabited by humans, endless sea views and even a field of hairy coos. We’re sharing directions, trail conditions and how to get to Ulva Island where the walk is located.