2008 Hillphones service for walkers launched

The Hillphones service that aims to prevent clashes between walkers and deer stalkers is up and running again for this year’s stalking season. The service works by giving hill walkers numbers to call recorded messages for each estate telling them when and where stalking will be taking place and any restrictions on access. This year, 13 estates across the Highlands are taking part.

Although the deer stalking season runs between 1 July and 20 October, most stalking actually takes place in August and usually no stalking occurs on Sundays.

In addition to the pocket-sized brown and green Hillphones leaflets which can be found in Tourist Information Offices, hostels, and outdoor shops, the service has a website where the numbers can be found. Further information on access rights to the Scottish countryside can be found here.