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Historic Ballater bridge reopens

Polhollick Footbridge, an important link on the Seven Bridges walk near Ballater, has reopened following major repairs.

Gear review - Alpkit Phantac down jacket

I've been testing the revamped 2019 version of Alpkit's Phantac down jacket, which is designed to keep you really toasty whilst keeping weight low.

Dates released for Banff Mountain Film tour

Kinloch Hourn Road to remain closed until mid-2019

Gear review: Walking socks

For most walkers socks are one of the most important but least considered items of kit. With us for every step of the way...

David Lintern

John Allen - 35 years of mountain rescue

David Lintern interviews John Allen to ask - what has changed for hillgoers and the civilian rescue service, and what is the same?

More Scots heading to the great outdoors

Visits to the outdoors have hit record levels in Scotland, a new survey suggests...

Ben Dolphin

Discovering the natural world - to infinity and beyond!

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